Because of a significant lack of oversight and concrete standards regarding the practice of anesthesiology in the United States, deaths and severe injuries as a result of anesthesia malpractice are disturbingly common. In Boggs v. Camden-Clark Memorial Hospital, an anesthesiologist not only seriously overdosed the patient with drugs, but also failed to monitor her after the administration of anesthesia. As a result, in the operating room in the presence of multiple physicians and other health care providers, Hilda Boggs simply stopped breathing and sustained serious brain damage, ultimately leading to her death.
Bordas & Bordas brought suit against the anesthesiologist and the hospital, alleging medical malpractice as well as fraudulent concealment of evidence to cover up what had occurred. Before proceeding to trial against the hospital, Bordas & Bordas settled with the anesthesiologist following expert testimony on issues related to his malpractice as well as that of the certified nurse anesthetist. A verdict against the hospital of more than $6,500,000 was later reached.
Contact us today to discuss your case with an experienced Wheeling anesthesia error lawyer. For your convenience, we have law offices in Wheeling, West Virginia, and St. Clairsville, Ohio.
Anesthesia Errors
Anesthesia errors can occur for many reasons. Some of the most common mistakes that injure patients include:
- Failure to monitor the patient
- Intubation errors
- Spinal cord injuries resulting from misuse of spinal anesthetics
- Overanesthetizing
- Underanesthetizing
Anesthesia error cases can be complex, difficult and highly technical. Our attorneys work with leading experts in the field of anesthesia who help us investigate these cases to find out how the error took place and to identify liable parties. We use our skill and experience in medical malpractice law to pursue justice and compensation for our clients.
Our Medical Malpractice Attorneys
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- James G. Bordas Jr.
- Linda M. Bordas
- Scott S. Blass
- James G. Bordas III
- Geoffrey C. Brown
- Zak Zatezalo
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Christopher J. Regan
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Have you or a loved one suffered due to medical negligence? Contact us today to speak with a knowledgeable Wheeling anesthesia error lawyer. We offer free initial consultations and bill on a contingent fee basis — you won't have to pay us a thing unless we obtain results for you.
