A Rhode Island man’s estate obtained a $325,000 settlement for a wrongful death medical malpractice case. d’Oliveira & Associates maintained joint responsibility with a Providence, RI medical malpractice attorney, who settled the case out of court. The client was overprescribed medication from a doctor that led to his death.
A wrongful death case is a type of medical malpractice that occurs when someone dies due to someone else’s negligence. A wrongful death typically results from accidental or even intentional injuries inflicted on the victim. People who die from natural causes or old age are not considered wrongful death cases. However, if someone’s negligence led to someone’s death, then it may be possible to receive compensation.
If you believe you have a wrongful death case, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical expenses, lost income, loss of consortium and pain and suffering, among other losses. We work with experienced Rhode Island Medical Malpractice Lawyers who handle wrongful death cases that can help to get the best possible compensation. Please call us today toll-free 24/7 at 1-800-992-6878 or fill out an online contact form for a free (no obligation) case evaluation.
Paul d’Oliveira
Attorney Paul d’Oliveira has been practicing personal injury and disability law for over 30 years. He started his personal injury law practice in 1989 with two offices in Fall River, MA and East Providence, RI. Today his firm has 16 offices in RI and Southeastern, MA.
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