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Kansas City Lack of Informed Consent Lawyers
When most people think of medical malpractice, they typically consider improperly performed medical procedures or a failure to treat or diagnose a patient. However, malpractice encompasses a much broader range of activities. For example, a doctor who fails to properly inform a patient of their course of treatment may be held liable for any injuries that occur from that treatment. This type of malpractice is known as a lack of informed consent.
If you or someone you know has been inadequately informed about a medical procedure by a medical caregiver and subsequently suffered an injury, you may be entitled to financial compensation. Contact the Kansas City injury attorneys of The Pottenger Law Firm LLC, today at 816-531-6006 to discuss your situation with an experienced medical professional.
What is Informed Consent?
In order for a patient to legitimately be able to give informed consent to a medical procedure or treatment option, they must first be aware of most, if not all, of the following:
Name and qualifications of the treating doctor
The medical condition with which they are afflicted
The purpose of the course of treatment
Potential risks
Cost of treatment
Alternative treatments
The procedure’s chances for success
In addition, a patient must agree to a specific course of action prior to treatment in order for informed consent to be given.
Get The Compensation You Deserve if You’ve Been Injured
If you or someone you love has been injured in an accident and someone else is to blame, The Pottenger Law Firm LLC, may be able to help. Our Kansas City personal injury attorneys are committed to fighting for the financial compensation our clients deserve. To learn more about how we may be able to help you and your family, please contact us today.
