Anything that can be gained from legal action will be gained within a year or so. Usually within months.

 

As previously mentioned, going to court is very unlikely to achieve anything ---  but one needs to act as if willing to do so, as the only real leverage with the hospital is their desire to avoid negative publicity.

 

Assuming (1) that there really was obvious and egregious malpractice and (2) that the patient truly suffered lasting harm as a result, good chance of getting some modest compensation. Have lawyer send a letter to the hospital and then await their response, usually negotiations follow.

On 1/8/2023 at 11:47 PM, scubascuba3 said:

I wonder if unconscious they hold your hand and sign for you

I’m not sure, but if I’m ever in that situation I hope your at my side holding my leg.

I can only say: Good Luck! (Also, do not forget to call Mr. Cruise with the story for his next Mission Impossible.)

Will keep you posted, but you will be shocked what happened.
Can't mention too much at this moment yet.
 

On 1/12/2023 at 4:26 AM, JimTripper said:

I’m not sure, but if I’m ever in that situation I hope your at my side holding my leg.

 

The only reason they would be holding your leg is to put a toe tag on you. 

3 hours ago, Steven55 said:

Will keep you posted, but you will be shocked what happened.
Can't mention too much at this moment yet.
 

Best not to.

1 hour ago, tjintx said:

Best not to.

I know what you mean...

3 hours ago, Steven55 said:

I know what you mean...

I was sure that you would.