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Ophthalmology Malpractice Attorneys

In the wake of new, innovative eye surgeries and treatments, ophthalmology malpractice is on the rise. Whether the surgery is optional, like LASIK, or medically necessary, like cataract surgery, malpractice can have harrowing results.

Grossman Roth Yaffa Cohen stands ready to help. Contact our experienced team today to schedule a free consultation.

What Constitutes Ophthalmology Malpractice?

To establish ophthalmology malpractice, a patient must prove that the ophthalmologist owed them a professional standard of care, then breached this doctor-patient agreement in a way that caused harm to the patient.

An injury will not be deemed malpractice if the ophthalmologist acted in accordance with the professional standard of care, nor if the risk of the injury was made known to the patient prior to the procedure. Simply put, a patient is unlikely to win a case if a doctor acted with prudence.

Some common malpractices include failure to properly document medical records, misdiagnosis due to improper testing, improper use of medical or surgical equipment, surgical errors, and improper or inadequate post-surgery treatment.

You may have a case if you sustained any of the following injuries due to malpractice:

  • Abrasion or staining of the cornea
  • Blurred vision
  • Double vision
  • Reduced vision
  • Partial or full blindness
  • Loss of contrast sensitivity
  • Dry eye
  • Detached or damaged retina

What Damages Can a Victim Recover?

The compensation for damages depends on the specifics of the case. If a patient lost their sight, they could be monetarily compensated for it, as well as for any reduced enjoyment of life caused by sudden blindness. They could also win damages to cover medical expenses and any lost wages due to the surgery. Damages for pain and suffering or emotional and mental trauma may also be given.

If your loved one died due to ophthalmology malpractice, the court may award compensation to cover funeral costs, the loss of companionship, emotional distress, mental trauma, and more.

We Hold Ophthalmology Practices Accountable

The attorneys at Grossman Roth Yaffa Cohen know money cannot make up for the harm done to you or your loved one. Money can, however, help victims get back on their feet and pay for expenses generated by malpractice. Victims should not have to pay for the harm caused to them; the at-fault party should.

If a negligent ophthalmologist caused you undue, preventable harm, Grossman Roth Yaffa Cohen can help you hold them accountable.

Why Choose GRYC?

TEAM APPROACH

Every GRYC case is handled by a team of lawyers supported by in-house investigators and legal professionals with extensive experience in the medical, law enforcement, and insurance sectors.

WINNING RESULTS

We have recovered over $1 billion in settlements and compensation for our clients, fighting for full and fair compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, physical suffering, and emotional trauma.

CHANGING THE LAW

We fight to change the laws and policies that hurt our clients to protect other innocent people from harm.

NO UPFRONT FEES

We take all cases on a contingency basis, which means that we pay all fees upfront, and only get paid if we win.

We fight every day to bring justice and truth back into the lives of unheard victims. We use our passion to improve the lives of our clients and our communities. GRYC is a force for justice, focused on you.

There are no upfront legal fees.

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GRYC has been a voice for injured victims in the South Florida area since 1988. Together, we will be heard. Together, we can make change happen.