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Frequently Asked Questions About Malpractice Lawsuits in South Carolina

 

Injuries resulting from medical malpractice can produce vast amounts of stress, and it is common for victims to find the idea of pursuing legal action daunting following such a jarring event.  The South Carolina medical malpractice lawyers at The Mike Kelly Law Group are aggressive in the courtroom and easy with their clients.  To help ease your concerns, here are answers to some commonly asked questions surrounding malpractice lawsuits.

 

What does the lawsuit process involve?

A typical lawsuit proceeds as follows:

  • The plaintiff—the individual filing the claim—explains the case to a lawyer, providing as much detail as possible.
  • The lawyer files a claim with the court, detailing any applicable damages.
  • The lawyer and plaintiff work together to substantiate damage claims with facts and evidence.
  • The lawyer deals with the defendant's counsel and any insurance companies involved in the dispute. (The defendant is the healthcare professional believed to have caused harm.)
  • In the discovery phase, which takes place before a trial, both sides perform any necessary interrogations, file preliminary motions or requests, and submit depositions.
  • If required, the case proceeds to trial.

 

Under what circumstances is a trial unnecessary?

The attorney representing the plaintiff—the hospital, doctor, nurse or other medical professional believed to have caused harm—may try to secure an early settlement for your case so that there is no need for trial in court.  Should the plaintiff and defendant not agree upon a settlement, the case will be resolved by a jury trial.

 

How do I file a claim?

While it is possible to file a claim through any courthouse, it is easier to allow a lawyer to file the claim for you.

 

What do I need before consulting a South Carolina malpractice lawyer?

For an initial consultation, you should have all the details of your injury available.

 

What does a lawyer need from me?

The malpractice lawyers in South Carolina at the Mike Kelly Law Group do our best to handle all of the challenging aspects of a malpractice lawsuit for you, making the process easy and avoiding the addition of any more stress to you. Any documentation, receipts, statements, or other evidence that you can provide, helps us further your cause.

 

Where should I go for a malpractice lawyer in South Carolina?

The Mike Kelly Law Group has decades of medical malpractice law experience.  We know people as well as we know the South Carolina legal system, and we use this knowledge to facilitate an easy resolution. 

 

If you or your loved one have been the victim of medical malpractice, we can help. Find out exactly what your rights are by contacting The Mike Kelly Law Group for a confidential, no-cost consultation at 866-959-4341 or complete our contact form.