Los Angeles Hospital Infection Lawyer
Hospitals are meant to be places of healing. However, when proper safety protocols aren’t followed, they can become dangerous environments. Every year, a significant number of patients in California suffer serious illnesses from hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) that could have been prevented. If this has happened to you or someone you love, you may be entitled to compensation.
An experienced Los Angeles hospital infection attorney can help you determine whether negligence played a role in your illness and guide you through the process of filing a legal claim. Contact our team at The Law Office of Dr. Bruce G. Fagel and Associates today to get started, and read on to learn more about how these cases work.
What Are Hospital-Acquired Infections?
A hospital-acquired infection is an illness a patient contracts while receiving medical treatment. These infections can result from bacteria, viruses, and other pathogens that spread due to unsafe conditions or poor sanitation.
Common examples of hospital-acquired infections include:
- MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus)
- Sepsis
- Surgical site infections
- Pneumonia
- Urinary tract infections caused by catheters
- Bloodstream infections related to IV lines
In many cases, these infections are preventable when hospitals follow proper hygiene and monitoring procedures.
When Can a Hospital Be Held Liable for an Infection?
Not every infection is caused by medical negligence, but many result from clear lapses in care. Hospitals and medical providers in California have a legal duty to maintain a sterile environment and prevent the spread of disease. When they fail to meet this standard, they can be held legally responsible for their actions (or inaction).
You may have grounds for a medical malpractice or negligence claim if your infection was caused by, to name a couple of examples:
- Unsanitary surgical instruments and other medical equipment
- Failure to properly disinfect hospital rooms and surfaces
- Negligent wound care
- Staff not washing hands
- Delayed diagnosis of an existing infection
An experienced Los Angeles medical malpractice lawyer can review your medical records and determine whether the hospital or its staff violated accepted safety standards.
How a Medical Malpractice Lawyer Can Help With a Hospital Infection Case in Los Angeles, California
Hospital infection claims require both medical and legal expertise. At The Law Office of Dr. Bruce G. Fagel and Associates, clients benefit from both. Our firm is led by Dr. Bruce Fagel, a licensed physician and attorney who has recovered over $1.4 billion for victims of medical negligence.
Our Los Angeles hospital infection lawyers can:
- Investigate hospital records and infection reports to uncover liability
- Work with medical experts to prove your infection was preventable
- Calculate all of your economic and non-economic damages
- Negotiate aggressively with the insurance companies for fair compensation
- Present strong evidence in court if your case goes to trial
With a rare combination of medical insight and legal skill, our legal team provides unmatched representation for victims of hospital-acquired infections in California.
Contact a Los Angeles Hospital Infection Attorney for a Free Consultation
If you developed a serious infection after receiving care in a Los Angeles hospital, you may be entitled to compensation. The Law Office of Dr. Bruce G. Fagel and Associates can help you hold the responsible parties liable and pursue all of the money damages you need to recover.
Contact us today to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation with a Los Angeles hospital infection lawyer.
