Q: My daughters tongue was clamped too tight during a tonsillectomy and she was taken to the ER the day after surgery.
She was admitted for IV steroids due to the extreme tongue swelling. The doctor did admit he made a mistake. She is still having ear, jaw and tongue pain. Do we have a case ?
A:
It is possible you have a case, but the economics behind pursuing such a case is dependent on the injuries sustained by your daughter. If she has sustained very serious and/or permanent injuries as a result of her tongue being clamped too tight, it may be worth pursuing a claim. If her injuries consist of simply temporary swelling and pain, it may not be worth pursuing, as the costs associated with prosecuting such a claim are extremely high.
That said, I recommend organizing all information relevant to this situation, including relevant medical records, reports, and bills, and consulting with an attorney individually for a personalized consultation. Many of us offer free consultation for medical malpractice cases, so it will not cost you anything out of pocket to obtain the opinion of an experienced professional that is tailored to your daughter's situation.
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