Legal Question in Medical Malpractice in Illinois

If someone dies due to medical mistakes... Is that malpractice or wrongful death and what is the difference between them?


Asked on 1/01/10, 3:30 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys
John Wunsch Law Offices John C. Wunsch, P.C.

Yes, the cause of action is wrongful death but the theory under which you proceed is medical malpractice.

Please contact our office should you wish to discuss your case with experienced attorneys.

Sincerely,

John C. Wunsch

Law Offices

JOHN C. WUNSCH, P.C.

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Answered on 1/07/10, 8:28 am
Jeffrey Friedman Law Office of Jeffrey Friedman

Wrongful death refers to the damages suffered and medical malpractice is the type of wrongdoing. Please call me if you would like to discuss this case.

Jeff Friedman

312-357-1431

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Answered on 1/07/10, 8:55 am
Burton Padove Indiana and Illinois Lawyer, Burton A. Padove

Thank you for your question. Please accept my condolences on your loss.

Medical malpractice is a form of negligence or a form of a wrongful act or omission. Wrongful death is when a death occurs due to a wrongful act or omission. If the death was caused by a wrongful act or omission of a medical provider as a result of a professional relationship, the wrongful death is said to be caused by medical malpractice. I hope my explanation helped.

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Answered on 1/11/10, 3:48 pm


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