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
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Attorney for the Plaintiff:
Walkon Law Firm by Bradley J. Walkon, San Juan Capistrano.
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Attorney for the Defendant:
LaFollette, Johnson, DeHaas, Fesler & Ames by Brian M. Meadows, Santa Ana