There is a wide range of compensation available for stroke misdiagnosis, ranging from thousands to millions of dollars, depending on the severity of the harm and the extent of the resulting disabilities. Depending on your injuries, care needs, and impact on your life and earning capacity, the amount you receive will vary.
Stroke misdiagnosis medical malpractice compensation amounts vary depending on several factors. Physical and cognitive impairment caused by a delayed or missed diagnosis determines the amount of recoverable damages.
Economic losses occur when measurable financial losses result from a misdiagnosis. They cover past and future medical expenses, including emergency care, rehabilitation, ongoing therapy, and specialized equipment. Younger patients with decades of work life ahead suffer significant economic damages due to lost wages and reduced earning capacity.
In severe cases, long-term care is usually covered by compensation. In addition to home modifications, nursing care, assisted living, and attendant care, there are several costs associated with these services. Life care plans can be used to estimate the cost of life care.
Furthermore, non-economic damages include pain and suffering, emotional distress, and reduced quality of life. Non-economic damages may be limited in some cases in Florida, but a stroke misdiagnosis can result in significant compensation.
In stroke misdiagnosis cases, settlements are dependent on the severity of a patient's disability and the impact it has on their lives. Florida courts have awarded varying amounts based on these factors.
There is an average compensation of $500,000 to $1,500,000 for moderate disability cases requiring rehabilitation over a long period of time. Disabilities that interfere with daily activities but still allow some independence are included in this group.
In cases involving permanent disability or wrongful death, the highest awards can range between $2 million and $10 million. Here are a few examples:
Because of differences in age, earning capacity, degree of disability, quality of life, and severity of disability, the cases vary widely, and so does the amount of compensation you could get. An experienced medical malpractice attorney like Sean M. Cleary can evaluate your case and answer all your questions.
When your medical bills are mounting and your future care needs are uncertain, it may be difficult to determine the value of your stroke misdiagnosis case. Losses and circumstances vary from case to case, so each case needs to be carefully analyzed. Based on your medical records, we will be able to determine how much harm the delayed diagnosis caused. With the help of medical experts, we can demonstrate how early stroke treatment could have prevented or minimized your current disability.
The Law Offices of Sean M. Cleary collaborates with life care planners and economic experts to calculate your total damages accurately. Our compensation analysis takes into account future medical costs, lost earning capacity, and care needs. We have experience with stroke misdiagnosis claims and know what evidence strengthens your case. We will advise you on how to maximize your recovery if your case proceeds to trial or settles.
If you or someone you love has been harmed by stroke misdiagnosis, contact our law firm for a free consultation. If you feel you deserve full compensation for the damages you suffered, we will evaluate your case, explain the factors that affect your compensation potential, and outline the steps you need to take in order to get it.