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Medical treatments and corrective surgeries may result in paralysis when performed incorrectly or a physician fails to adhere to an established standard of care established by a field of practitioners. This significant medical condition results in the loss of sensation in the body and mobility. While paralysis is not always the result of medical malpractice, a Portland medical malpractice attorney can review your case to determine whether a physician deviated from the standards established in their profession.
Despite the type of paralysis you experience, it can lead to a significant loss of bodily function, reducing your ability to engage in activities that were once common to you, such as work, activities with loved ones, and even physically caring for yourself. The extent of paralysis may be:
Additionally, paralysis may result in the loss of feeling and sensation or use of limbs and other parts of the body, known as:
Specific steps will be taken when investigating medical malpractice in Oregon to determine if medical malpractice resulted in paralysis.
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.
Acting outside the accepted standards by medical providers in a field of care may lead to negligence, resulting in medical malpractice. Also, a doctor may fail to act based on established care practices as another reasonable doctor would when placed in the same situation with another patient. Failing to maintain a standard of care can result from:
Other actions or inaction by a doctor may result in negligence.
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Patients will require a personal review of their case to determine if they have experienced medical negligence. Informative documents and support for determining if your paralysis resulted from medical malpractice include:
Also, you can find if an Oregon doctor has previous malpractice claims. Previous claims may be initiated and settled without a physician being at fault. Our team will investigate what previous malpractice claims mean and consider their outcomes. Other forms of documentation may be available and beneficial to your case.
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Medical malpractice resulting in paralysis is a complex claim that must meet specific criteria under Oregon law. Recovering compensation for all past, present, and future damages you suffer due to medical malpractice requires a comprehensive evaluation of your case.
Contact Paulson Coletti Trial Attorneys PC to schedule a free case evaluation. A medical malpractice attorney in Oregon will adhere to critical time limits to ensure your ability to seek compensation.
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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