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The third leading cause of death in the United States right after heart disease and cancer is medical malpractice. This statistic is mentioned in The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) in an article that reports that 250,000 Americans die each year because of medical malpractice and negligence.

Misdiagnoses, failure to diagnose or a delayed diagnosis were the leading allegations in lawsuits related to medical malpractice in cases of breast cancer, lung cancer, colorectal cancer, heart attack and appendicitis. A misdiagnosis, failure to diagnose or a delayed diagnosis can cause a delay in treatment, the incorrect treatment, unnecessary surgery, in some cases life-altering disability and even death.

Compensation in the case of medical malpractice or negligence can include damages for pain and suffering, medical expenses, long term care costs, loss of income and loss of future earning potential, and in the case of a death, the survivors and heirs can be compensated for their losses also.

If you live in Metairie, Louisiana or the surrounding area, and you or a loved one has been the victim of medical malpractice, please contact an experienced medical malpractice attorney at the Metairie, Louisiana office of The Cochran Firm today to schedule a confidential consultation to protect your legal rights and the rights of those you love.

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