Failure To Prevent Heart Attack And Stroke Lawyer

Failure to Prevent Heart Attacks and Strokes

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, heart disease and strokes are the first and third leading cause of death in the United States, respectively. Not every heart attack or stroke can be prevented. But doctors often overlook symptoms of these conditions, and as a result, patients suffer unnecessarily with injury or death.

I am attorney Valerie Leopold, a medical malpractice lawyer with over 30 years of experience. If you believe your doctor or physician ignored or missed the telltale signs of a heart attack or stroke, and you (or a loved one) suffered as a result, contact my law office at 312-781-6212. We can discuss your case in a free consultation.

When Hospitals Hold Responsibility

• Heart attacks — Failure to diagnose a heart attack can be a factor in a medical malpractice case. There are telltale signs of a heart attack, including chest pain, upper body pain, and shortness of breath. When a patient exhibits any of these symptoms and hospitals fail to respond appropriately, patients may suffer a preventable heart attack.
• Stroke — Warning signs of a stroke include sudden onset of headache, numbness on one side of the body, difficulty speaking, difficulty keeping balance, and dizziness. Doctors are trained to look for these signs, but when they go unnoticed, individuals may suffer a stroke.

Do you believe proper medical attention could have prevented a heart attack or stroke and subsequent paralysis or death? At Leopold & Associates, we can help you make sense of the issues you are facing and recommend a course of legal action. Do not wait to talk to an attorney. Memories fade, injuries can partially heal, and there may be limited time in which to take legal action.

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For a free consultation to discuss your case options, contact my law office in downtown Chicago.