South Carolina Personal Injury Attorneys
Medical Malpractice | Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect | Premises Liability | Products Liability | Sexual Assault | Animal Attacks
Medical Malpractice
Medical providers are supposed to offer us quality care in our most critical moments. Even though most medical providers do an outstanding job, some providers do not hold themselves to that same standard of care. These medical providers may be guilty of medical malpractice.
The Uricchio Law Firm is very knowledgeable in the area of medical malpractice and is well equipped with the resources to help determine if you have a valid claim. Although not every bad situation is the direct result of medical malpractice, our firm’s experience has made us skilled at analyzing medical malpractice cases and understanding complex medical matters which allows us to aggressively pursue a legal remedy.
Examples of malpractice:
- Improper or delayed diagnosis
- Negligence in performing surgical procedures
- Medication errors
- Failure to diagnose
- Failure to obtain patient’s informed consent
- Abandonment or failure to monitor
- Neo-natal (newborn) malpractice and pediatric malpractice
- Obstetrical malpractice and delivery room malpractice
If you are the victim of medical malpractice, call 800.LAW.9891 toll free or contact us online.
Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect
Uricchio Law Firm is committed to ensuring that nursing home patients receive the quality care that they deserve. Understandably, the decision to place a loved one in someone else’s care can be extremely difficult. If you suspect that a nursing home facility is not treating your loved one with the appropriate standard of care and respect, it may be left to you to address the situation and consult with an attorney.
Common signs of nursing home abuse and neglect:
- Dehydration or malnutrition
- Injuries or neglect from inadequately trained staff
- Pressure sores or decubitus ulcers
- Falls
- Improper restraints
- Improper administration of medications
- Sexual assault
If you are uncertain whether or not a loved one has received substandard care or has suffered abuse, please don’t hesitate to call us today at 800.LAW.9891.
Premises Liability
The legal theory of “premises liability” holds owners and occupiers of property legally responsible for accidents and injuries that occur on that property. The types of incidents that give rise to premises liability claims can range from a slip and fall on a public sidewalk to an injury suffered on an amusement park ride.
The liability of owners and occupiers of property will vary depending on the legal rules and principles in place in the state where the premises liability injury occurred. In some states, the court will focus on the status of the injured visitor in determining the liability of the owner or occupier. In other states, the focus will be on the condition of the property and the activities of both the owner and visitor.
The Uricchio Law Firm has the expertise and experience to investigate any claim based on premise liability.
If you or someone you love has suffered due to another’s neglect, contact us for a free case evaluation at 843.795.9300.
Products Liability
An individual who has been injured using a product may have the right to pursue a claim against the manufacturer, wholesaler, store, or individual that sold the defective product. In such cases, the injured party may be able to collect compensation for their injuries.
Conditions that may cause an individual to be injured include:
The product was improperly manufactured
The product may have been improperly designed
Absence of proper warning about the use of the product.
If you feel that you may have a product liability claim contact our office for a free case evaluation.
Sexual Assault
Each year, millions of people are victimized by violent crime. Unfortunately, most sexual abuse crimes are committed by someone the victim knows such as a school teacher, minister, medical provider, relative, or family friend. In most cases, the victim feels helpless and is too afraid or embarrassed to come forward.
The Uricchio Law Firm is equipped with the knowledge and resources to help assist victims and their families pursue justice, improve public safety, and obtain monetary compensation.
If you feel that you or someone you know may be a victim of sexual abuse, contact our office at 843.795.9300 so that we can help assist you through this traumatic experience.
Animal Attacks
Animal attacks can result in serious and, at times, permanent injuries. The most common type of animal attack is a dog bite. Unfortunately, most dog bite victims are children. It is not uncommon in today’s society for dog owners to train their dogs to be overly aggressive for the purposes of protection and even dog fighting. Often, young children cannot tell the difference between what looks like a playful dog and an aggressive one. In some cases the individual has done nothing to provoke the attack.
If ever attacked by an animal you should:
- Seek medical attention immediately
- Get the name and contact information of the animal’s owner
- Get the name and contact information of any eye witnesses
- Report the attack to the police
- Request a copy of the police report
- Take photographs of the animal and the location where the incident occurred
- Take photographs of the injuries
- Do not accept any settlement or admit fault with the owner’s insurance company
- Save any clothing damaged by the animal
For a free consultation with an experienced attorney at Uricchio Law Firm,
call 800.LAW.9891 toll free or contact us online.
