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Most patients never expect their doctors to make mistakes. After all, physicians receive years of education and special training in patient care. They should know what is in a patient’s best interest and how to take steps to achieve the best possible health outcomes. Unfortunately, doctors and other health care practitioners make critical errors in their practices every day.
Speak to a Portland Medical Malpractice Lawyer for Assistance Today
Medical malpractice is the failure of a person in the health care industry to obey the correct standards of care, resulting in harm or death to a patient. If you or someone you love is a victim, the Eugene medical malpractice lawyers at Paulson Coletti Trial Attorneys PC may be able to help you recover compensation. Contact us today for a free case evaluation at our office nearest to you.
At Paulson Coletti, “liberty and justice for all” is more than just a phrase – it is our mandate. Our team of trial lawyers is driven to pursue justice for the injured, ensuring that the responsible parties are held accountable. With a high success rate both in and out of the courtroom, you can trust our Oregon personal injury lawyers to be the legal advocates you need so your voice can be heard.
Oregon’s definition of medical malpractice is a negligent action or omission by a doctor or another health care professional that someone in the same role and circumstance would not have committed. If a doctor did not order the right tests, for example, leading to the harmful failure to diagnose a serious health condition, that doctor may be guilty of medical malpractice. When medical malpractice causes a patient injury or illness, the victim may have grounds for a civil lawsuit in Oregon.
Any error a reasonable and prudent practitioner would not have made in a similar situation could constitute medical malpractice in Oregon. Medical malpractice can take the form of misdiagnosis, failure to diagnose, prescription errors, overdose, negligent nursing care, hospital negligence, dental negligence, surgical mistakes, anesthesia errors and birth injuries. Discuss a possible case with our attorneys today.
“Most cases settle, but each of our cases is prepared as if it’s going to trial. The insurance companies know it and so do the defense lawyers defending them. That’s why we get such great results for our clients.”
Seeking compensation for an injury or hospital infection due to medical malpractice could help you and your family achieve closure and peace of mind for the future. Your family may be eligible for a financial award that allows you to pay for your outstanding medical bills, future necessary medical care, and lost past and future earnings. You could also receive an award for noneconomic losses such as pain, suffering, distress, anguish, fear and loss of consortium. Oregon only caps damage awards in wrongful death medical malpractice cases ($500,000 maximum in noneconomic damages).
While there is only one licensed hospital in the city of Eugene, there are several serving Lane County.
| Hospital | Address | City | County | License Number |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mckenzie-Willamette Medical Center | 1460 G Street | Springfield | Lane | 14-070 |
| Oregon State Hospital Junction City | 29398 Recovery Way | Junction City | Lane | 14-1474 |
| Peace Harbor Medical Center | 400 9Th Street | Florence | Lane | 14-0711 |
| Peace health Cottage Grove Community Medical Center | 1515 Village Drive | Cottage Grove | Lane | 40-0223 |
| Sacred Heart Medical Center – Riverbend | 3333 Riverbend Drive | Springfield | Lane | 14-0014 |
| Sacred Heart University District | 1255 Hilyard Street | Eugene | Lane | 14-1467 |
If you or a loved one were injured as a result of medical negligence in one of these, or any other, hospital or healthcare facility, we can help.
A medical malpractice case in Eugene can involve complex and difficult laws. Going through your claim alone could make you vulnerable to insurance bad faith tactics, which could ultimately reduce your award. Hiring an attorney, on the other hand, enables you to match the power of a hospital or health care center’s insurance company.
A Portland personal injury lawyer from Paulson Coletti Trial Attorneys PC will know what methods to use to fight for fair and full compensation for your related damages. Find out what your medical malpractice lawsuit might be worth today. Call (503) 226-6361 or contact us online to arrange your free consultation.
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At Paulson Coletti, a local firm based in Oregon, justice is our mission. As experienced trial attorneys, we fight for injury victims across Oregon and Washington, holding negligent parties accountable. With a proven track record in and out of the courtroom, we are dedicated to securing fair compensation for our clients. We take a client-centered approach, focusing on cases we believe in and delivering results that matter. No fees unless we win-because justice should never come with financial risk.
This page has been written, edited, and fact-checked by our team of legal writers in accordance with our editorial guidelines. It has been approved by partners Jane Paulson and John Coletti—respected trial attorneys with decades of experience representing personal injury victims.
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