Experienced Chicago Medical Malpractice Attorneys
Chicago patients trust their health to medical professionals every day in hospitals, clinics and health care facilities. When these professionals breach their duty of care, the results can be catastrophic for Illinois patients and their families.
McKeen & Associates, PC, stands apart through our unique combination of medical and legal experience. With an in-house medical team and decades of dedicated work in complex malpractice cases, we have recovered millions in compensation for Chicago families affected by medical negligence.
Types Of Medical Malpractice We Handle
Whether you have experienced a devastating surgical error at a Chicago hospital or faced serious complications from a misdiagnosis at a local clinic, McKeen & Associates, PC, has the knowledge to help. We handle all types of medical negligence cases, including:
- Birth injuries and delivery complications
- Surgical and anesthesia errors
- Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis
- Emergency room mistakes
- Medication errors
- Hospital-acquired infections
We work tirelessly to hold negligent health care providers accountable while securing the resources you need for ongoing care and recovery.
Common Causes Of Medical Malpractice
Understanding the root causes of medical malpractice claims helps us build stronger cases and prevent future incidents. These include:
- Provider fatigue and overworked staff leading to critical judgment errors and oversights in patient care
- Poor communication between medical teams, resulting in missed test results, medication errors and treatment delays
- Inadequate patient monitoring, particularly in post-operative care and emergency situations
- Failure to follow established protocols for patient safety and quality care standards
- Medication administration errors due to improper dosing, wrong medications or overlooked drug interactions
- Insufficient training or supervision of medical staff, especially in specialized procedures
These systemic issues often combine to create dangerous situations for patients, requiring thorough investigation and documentation by our legal team to establish liability.
Speak To A Skilled Lawyer Today
Illinois law provides specific timeframes for filing medical malpractice claims, making it crucial to obtain representation promptly after discovering an injury. Our Chicago medical malpractice lawyers will guide you through the legal process, protecting your rights while building the strongest possible case for compensation. We understand the unique challenges of proving medical negligence and work diligently to gather the evidence needed to support your claim.
Do not wait to speak with our team. Call us today at 269-216-9350 or fill out our online form to schedule your free consultation with a Chicago medical malpractice attorney.