MEDICAL MALPRACTICE

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Frequently Asked Questions

| What is medical malpractice? | Can I sue for malpractice if I am dissatisfied with the results of my surgery? | How should I pursue a malpractice claim? | What is informed consent? | If my doctor prescribed a medicine and did not tell me it was part of an experiment, do I have grounds for a malpractice claim? | Can I pursue a malpractice claim if I signed a valid consent form? | What do I need to get a jury’s agreement that my physician was negligent? | What is a Certificate of Merit? |

Frequently Asked Questions

QUESTION: What is informed consent?

Contact a Iowa medical malpractice lawyer representing clients in Dubuque, Iowa today to schedule your initial consultation.

ANSWER

Different states have different requirements for informed consent, although the broad definition is that physicians must give their patients all of the information they need to give written consent to go forward. This includes information on potential risks, alternatives, and the benefits for any medical procedure.

If you would like to schedule a initial consultation contact an Iowa medical negligence attorney attorney, representing clients in Dubuque, Iowa at the Kutmus, Pennington & Hook, P.C. Office Give us a call at (515) 288-3339 or complete our inquiry form.

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