Wisconsin Medical Malpractice FAQs

• Q: What Happens If I Am Injured In The Course Of Medical Treatment?
  A: If a medical professional makes an error that 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: The standard of care for all Wisconsin health care providers is defined as the degree of skill, care and judgment which reasonable health care providers would exercise … 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 Wisconsin, 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, nurses, hospitals, and pharmacists, … More
• Q: How Much Can I Expect An Attorney To Charge To Handle A Medical Malpractice Case?
  A: Most attorneys will take a medical malpractice case on a contingency fee basis. This means they will take a percentage of your recovery in the case, rather than charge … More
• Q: How Much Can I Expect To Be Compensated For My Pain And Suffering?
  A: Wisconsin law provides that non­economic damages, such as pain and suffering, mental distress, loss of enjoyment of normal activities or pleasures of life, etc. is … 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