Alaska Medical Malpractice FAQs

• Q: What Happens If I Am Injured In The Course Of Medical Treatment?
  A: If a medical professional makes an error which results in injury to the patient, the patient may be able to sue the negligent party or parties for monetary damages to … More
• Q: How Do I Know If My Injury Constitutes Medical Malpractice?
  A: In a malpractice action based on the negligence or willful misconduct of a health care provider, the plaintiff has the burden of proving that the defendant lacked the … More
• Q: Is There A Time Limit In Which I Need To File A Lawsuit For Medical Malpractice?
  A: Yes, there is and that time limit is referred to as the statute of limitations. In Alaska, medical malpractice actions for personal injury or death must be filed … More
• Q: Who Can Be Held Accountable For The Medical Malpractice?
  A: Generally, a medical malpractice claim can be brought against providers of medical or health care. This can include physicians, dentists, nurses, hospitals, and … More
• Q: How Much Can I Expect An Attorney To Charge To Handle A Medical Malpractice Case?
  A: Most attorneys who believe a case has merit will take the case without payment up front. They will take the case on a contingency basis, which means they will receive … More
• Q: How Much Can I Expect To Be Compensated For My Pain And Suffering?
  A: Alaskan law allows an injured person to claim whatever losses you suffered as a result of another person`s negligence. You can recover your actual losses such as … More
• Q: Does Signing A Consent Form Waive My Rights To File A Lawsuit For Medical Malpractice?
  A: No, it does not waive your rights. A typical consent form indicates that you acknowledge the risks involved with a particular treatment or procedure. The health care … More