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Medical negligence and medical malpractice can take many forms and is not limited to surgical errors or errors in medical care and treatment. Treatment delayed and treatment denied are subtle forms of medical malpractice that "patient dumping" encompasses.

"Patient dumping" is a term used to describe the all too common practice of discharging or transferring a medically unstable patient purely for financial reasons. The practice favors treating insured patients and leaves those without insurance and unable to pay, to government programs or charitable organizations to absorb the costs of treatment. Millions of Americans are at risk for this practice every day in this country.

The Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act (EMTALA) prohibits patient dumping, yet this practice is a common occurrence in medical facilities around the country. Economic concerns instead of medical concerns should have no role in medical treatment decisions.

The Cochran Firm's attorneys are experienced in dealing with medical malpractice in the form of patient dumping and will be able to evaluate and investigate the circumstances of your case and obtain justice for you.

If you live in Chicago, Illinois and you or someone you love was the victim of medical malpractice, please contact The Cochran Firm today so one of our experienced attorneys can learn the details of your case and advise you on how to proceed.

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