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Pueblo Malpractice Attorneys - Specialized Practice / Complex Cases
Malpractice Attorneys in Pueblo, Colorado, must understand the complex and changing legal landscape specifically related to Medical Malpractice. While Medical Malpractice is often treated by lawyers as simple "Medical Negligence," this is not the case.
For instance, in many personal injury claims, defendants are "jointly and severally" liable for injuries they've caused a plaintiff. This means that if two defendants are found liable for damages in a case, but one is unable to pay the judgment, the remaining defendant is on the hook for the entire amount. However, in Colorado, there is no longer "joint liability" in medical malpractice cases. As such, each defendant is only liable for their proportionate share of damages, based on their proportionate share of fault. Therefore, this is a significant reason to retain experienced legal counsel as soon as possible, since defendants in medical malpractice cases tend to "disappear" or "go out of business" as time goes on.
Also in Colorado, medical malpractice lawsuits must be commenced within two years from the date the injury was (or reasonably should have been) discovered. In addition, no lawsuit can be filed more than three years after the alleged act of malpractice giving rise to the claim. If a child under the age of six is injured by an act of medical malpractice, the parents or guardians must file an action before the child turns eight. It's these types of technical rules ("Statute of Limitations" in this case) that again reveal the importance of retaining quality legal representation as soon as possible.
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Medical Malpractice Attorneys in Pueblo and other areas of Colorado must have a solid grasp on the technical nature of this type of litigation. Under Colorado law, expert witnesses must actually be licensed and specializing in the area of medical expertise on the date of the alleged incident. This causes issues for lawyers who don't know the professional experts in the local area. Finally, malpractice cases can be long and expensive, often defended by well-resourced defense lawyers that represent insurance companies full-time.
For these and many other reasons specific to Medical Malpractice, it's crucial to consult with Malpractice Attorneys intimate with this type of law. In Pueblo, Colorado Springs, and other areas of Southern Colorado, contact the Malpractice Attorneys of Gaddis, Kin, Herd & Craw, P.C. at 719.471.3848. You'll be glad you did! Find out more about our attorneys HERE.
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