Chicago Medical Malpractice And Head Trauma Attorney
Last updated on August 19, 2024
Head trauma or traumatic brain injury (TBI) can profoundly affect a person’s cognitive abilities, motor functions and emotional control. Victims require extensive medical treatment and rehabilitation, and many find themselves unable to work or maintain their previous quality of life.
Since founding Morrissey Legal Group, LLC, in 1993, attorney Frank Morrissey has secured over $200 million in verdicts and legal settlements for families in the Chicago, Illinois region, including numerous cases involving head trauma resulting from medical malpractice. His background as a former defense lawyer for hospitals and doctors gives him unique insight into the strategies used by the opposition.
Understanding Head Trauma In Medical Malpractice
Head trauma resulting from medical malpractice can lead to severe cognitive impairment, long-term disability and pulmonary embolism. Common causes include:
- Failure to treat excessive bleeding in the brain
- Failure to properly intubate
- Negligent monitoring of patients under anesthesia
- Failure to provide timely diagnosis
- Administering the wrong dose or type of medication
- Mismanagement of blood clots that could cause pulmonary embolism and strokes
For a claim to be viable, the correlation between the negligence of a medical professional and the exact resulting head trauma must be demonstrated.
Your Advocate For Justice
Attorney Morrissey’s attention to detail and ability to simplify complex medical concepts for juries have earned him a reputation as a formidable advocate in the courtroom. His approach involves:
- Thorough review of medical records
- Consultation with leading neurologists and brain injury specialists
- Analysis of diagnostic imaging results
- Interviews with witnesses and medical staff
- Reconstruction of the events causing the injury
Mr. Morrissey brings endurance and tenacity to every case, helping ensure no stone is left unturned in the pursuit of justice. He understands that head trauma cases often involve long-term consequences, making him suitable to help you recover damages under Illinois’ injury compensation laws.
Ready To Fight For Your Rights
The law imposes strict time limits for filing medical malpractice claims, making swift action crucial. Call attorney Morrissey in Chicago or Oak Brook at 312-815-5856 to schedule your confidential case evaluation and put your life back on track.