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Medical malpractice claimed after post-surgical infection requires above-the-knee amputation. $532K.

Summary

Orthopedic surgeon fails to rule out serious infection in his knee-replacement patient.

The Case

  • Court and Case Number: Arbitration No. 16503
  • Type of Case: Medical Malpractice
  • Type of Result: Arbitration Award

The Attorneys

  • Attorney for the Plaintiff:

    Walkon Law Firm by Bradley J. Walkon, San Juan Capistrano.

  • Attorney for the Defendant:

    LaFollette, Johnson, DeHaas, Fesler & Ames by Brian M. Meadows, Santa Ana

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