Failure to Diagnose Lawyer Chicago, IL
Real Accountability for Your Missed Diagnosis
- 50+ Years of Combined Experience
- Millions Recovered for Illinois Clients
- Multilingual Attorneys: English, Spanish, and ASL
Act Now: Your Time to File Is Limited
In Illinois, most medical malpractice claims must be brought within two years of when the injury was discovered, or when it should have reasonably been discovered. The absolute maximum time window is four years from the date of malpractice.
There are special rules that can extend deadlines if minors were injured, but any sort of delay can jeopardize evidence and your rights. If you suspect a missed or delayed diagnosis in Chicago harmed you or someone you love, call Rubin & Machado today. Our attorneys can review your records, explain your options, and move quickly to protect your claim while you focus on recovery.
Why Clients Choose Rubin & Machado
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Rubin & Machado, Ltd. is led by acclaimed trial lawyers with decades of experience handling complex medical malpractice cases. Our attorneys are seasoned in Cook County courts and federal court, and we’re supported by medical experts across multiple specialties.
When you contact us for your free consultation, you’ll be connected directly with a Chicago-based team that understands hospital protocols and can act immediately to preserve your rights. Discuss your potential failure to diagnose claim:
When the diagnostic process fails, our lawyers can step in to prove how timely medical action would have prevented devastating harm to your family.
Our Investigative Approach
The team at our Chicago personal injury law office is known for conducting thorough, step-by-step investigations to uncover where the diagnostic process went wrong.
Medical Record Review
We’ll obtain complete hospital, lab, and specialist records to reconstruct your treatment timeline.
Expert Collaboration
Independent medical experts can help us identify where care fell below accepted standards.
Timeline Reconstruction
We’ll map out when symptoms appeared, which tests were ordered, and what was missed.
System Failure Analysis
We’ll examine communication gaps, lab handoffs, and hospital policies that may have contributed to the delay in diagnosis.
Evidence-Driven Strategy
We’ll use test results, correspondence, and expert reports to build a compelling case to secure maximum compensation.
What You Can Recover Damages and Compensation
The failure to diagnose a condition can create lifelong physical, financial, and emotional burdens. Our Chicago attorneys are prepared to pursue full and fair recovery in every category of loss.
Medical Costs: We can seek repayment for hospitalizations, future care, rehabilitation, and medication expenses.
Lost Wages: Compensation covers time away from work and future loss of earning potential.
Pain and Suffering: We’ll document the human toll of prolonged illness, disability, or unnecessary procedures.
Loss of Normal Life: You may be able to receive damages for the inability to enjoy day-to-day activities or independence.
Wrongful Death: If you lost a loved one as a result of a failure to diagnose, you can recover for lost companionship, guidance, and financial support.
Our job is to secure a verdict or settlement that truly reflects the magnitude of what you lost and the accountability your family deserves.
Frequently Asked Questions for Our Failure to Diagnose Lawyers in Chicago, IL
How can I tell if I have a legitimate malpractice case?
If a reasonable physician would have ordered different tests or acted sooner based on your symptoms, it’s worth contacting a personal injury attorney.
Can multiple providers be held liable?
Yes. It’s common for diagnostic failures to involve a breakdown in communication among doctors, nurses, and labs. Each party can be held accountable.
What if I didn’t follow all of my doctor’s instructions?
Partial noncompliance doesn’t automatically invalidate your claim. Our attorneys can help determine whether your doctor’s negligence was still the main cause of harm.
Will my case have to go to trial?
Most failure to diagnose cases are resolved through negotiation. However, our team at Rubin & Machado prepares every case as if it will go to trial to maximize our clients’ recovery.
Our medical malpractice lawyers offer free consultations in Chicago, IL.
