Contact WKW
Our Address
2859 N. Meridian St.
Indianapolis, IN 46208
Office
317.920.6400
Free Case Evaluation
317.920.6400
Experience | Care | Results
Contact our team to schedule a free and confidential initial consultation.
Practice Areas Carmel Medical Malpractice Lawyer
Request a Free ConsultationIf you have been the victim of a medical error, you may be eligible to file a medical malpractice claim. The term medical malpractice is used when the actions of a medical practitioner results in harm to a patient. This can, unfortunately, happen even within a well-loved community such as Carmel, Indiana.
Medical malpractice describes when a medical professional deviates from the expected standard of care for their profession that results in injury or harm to the patient. If a doctor or medical facility was negligent and did not diagnose or perform to the profession’s expected standards, then you may be able to file a medical malpractice claim to hold them liable. The experienced Carmel medical malpractice lawyers at Wilson Kehoe Winingham are ready to help.
It is estimated that up to 225,000 people die each year due to medical malpractice. Medical errors may include erroneous prescription dosages, surgical errors, and missed diagnoses.
Medical malpractice cases generally stem from the actions of a doctor or medical facility that result in harm or injury to a patient. If you find yourself in this unfortunate position, it is recommended that you take the following steps:
Medical malpractice claims may be made against different providers, or a single health care provider, depending on the circumstances. Examples of liable parties may include:
Medical malpractice happens when a medical provider either fails to act or acts in a way that causes injury or harm to a patient. To know if you have an actual malpractice case to pursue, you must be able to prove the following questions to be true.
You must show that you have a doctor-patient relationship with the accused. For example, you can’t sue a doctor if you simply overheard them giving advice on a golf course.
Being unhappy with the results of a medical procedure is not grounds for a malpractice suit. You must show that the proper, expected standard of care was not given.
Examples of negligence by a doctor can be a missed diagnosis or an erroneous diagnosis, which leads to a worsening condition. Another example can be if a surgeon operates on the wrong body part.
One typically visits a doctor for care because they are already ill or there is something wrong. You must be able to prove that you condition worsened due to direct actions by the medical provider.
Randy Erickson2024-08-16 Our Father died from a fall due to negligence at the facility he was at for rehab. Our family is grateful for Kent Winingham and Maria Dicken for their support and dedication to our case. Kent has a thorough knowledge of Indiana laws and prepared a successful case. They answered all of our questions and kept us informed during the entire process. Our family would highly recommend WKW. Rachael Stone2024-07-16 Kent and Maria were absolutely amazing to work with!!! You can tell that they genuinely care about you and your family and the case. They take time to explain everything to you in words that you will understand. And they did AMAZING with our case and fought hard for our family and won. Thank you so much for all you guys did for our family, especially in a time of sadness!!! I highly recommend Wilson Kehoe Winingham you definitely will not be disappointed at all! DAVID RUSSELL2024-07-12 “ Kent Winingham and his Paralegal Angie were there to assist my Son and I throughout the entire process from start to finish in two different cases. Kent and his staff helped us navigate the unique challenges that presented themselves in these particular cases. Kent and his staff was thorough, diligent, and professional, handling our cases in a timely manner. Kent and his staff were patient with us and communicative at all times, involving us in every step. I highly recommend Atty. Kent Winningham and his staff at Wilson Kehoe Winingham. Ron Bryan Sr2024-06-04 Nice people to talk to and work with. Would recommend to anyone needing a good law firm. Michael Lennartz2024-06-03 The whole team at WKW worked tirelessly to help us receive compensation after an auto accident. Bill Winingham personally visited us in Lafayette to talk about the case and contacted us after hours several times to discuss issues. Our paralegal, Cynthia, was wonderful as she helped us gather all the information needed to provide evidence in our case. Additionally, as the case unexpectedly dragged on, everyone at WKW continued to be patient and optimistic as we finally worked towards a successful outcome in our case. Jennifer Peterson2024-03-26 After suffering a life changing work related injury, I was left with no other choice than to reach out to an attorney to assist me with getting financial assistance for my past and future medical bills. The first attorney I worked with in Massachusetts stated they would be able to assist me with my case but ultimately stated it was in my best interest to reach out to a law firm in the state where the accident took place. So I had to start researching the Indianapolis area and spoke to a few attorneys who stated that they didn't feel I had a good case and therefore couldn't assist me. Finally after almost giving up hope, I was referred to Wilson Kehoe Winingham. I called and spoke with Bill Winingham and Jon Noyes who were expecting my call. They both listened to my story and immediately stated I did have a case and they would be happy to help. The process was long and I had to make a few trips to Indianapolis to meet with them and the judge but in the end they helped me. I always felt like they had my best interest at heart and gave me honest feedback at all times. I would highly recommend them and the firm if you ever find yourself in need a assistance. I can't say enough about them. Chelsea Moore2024-03-07 I was referred to use Kent Winingham for an injury I had suffered in an auto accident. I was nothing but pleased! Kent and his team went above and beyond to make sure that I got every penny I deserved! He was a great listener, great negotiator, and EXTREMELY prepared! If you find yourself needing legal help due to injury look no further than Kent Winingham! Thanks again Kent!
Claims may take many different forms, including:
If you or a loved one have suffered as the result of a medical error, there are things you can do to help your case:
If a medical error has impacted your life, you are likely under stress. Working with a lawyer who has medical malpractice experience can help ease some of your burden. You’ll want to trust your case–and future livelihood–to a lawyer with experience that is relevant to your case.
The seasoned medical malpractice lawyers at Wilson Kehoe Winingham have decades of experience helping victims of medical error get their lives back on track and the compensation they deserve. WKW is local to Carmel and we limit the number of cases we take on so you get the personal care and attention you deserve.
The statute of limitations in Indiana for filing a medical malpractice claim is two years from the date of the incident. There are certain cases where exceptions can be made, such as if the victim only learns of the medical error following a time gap from the time of the error.
You are likely under stress if you’ve found yourself to be a victim of medical error. There’s no need to go it alone when the experienced medical malpractice lawyers at Wilson Kehoe Winingham are here in Carmel and ready to help. We offer a free, no-obligation consultation to learn more about your case. Call our office today at (317) 669-9983
Table of Contents
Medical Malpractice
A young mother brought her 15-month-old baby to a local emergency room following concerns for...
Medical Malpractice
A mother presented to a local hospital in labor at 39 weeks. Upon admission, the baby demonstrated...
Table of Contents
Let WKW put our experience to work for you. Contact us for your free case evaluation.
Or, call us today at (317) 920-6400