When this help may be useful
- Errors during surgery or treatment
- Wrong or late diagnoses
- Infections contracted in hospital
- Harm during childbirth to the mother or the newborn
- Missing or incomplete informed consent
How a malpractice case is assessed
Not every negative outcome of treatment is an error. That is why the first step is always to obtain the medical records and have them assessed by a forensic doctor and, if needed, a specialist. Only then can one say seriously whether the case is well-founded, avoiding unnecessary costs.
Italian law requires that, before going to court, mediation is attempted or a preliminary technical assessment is requested from the judge. It is often at this stage that an agreement is reached with the healthcare facility or its insurer.
How I assist you
I request the medical documents, coordinate the work of the medical consultants, start the preliminary procedure and assist you in negotiations and, if necessary, in court. I always keep you informed in an understandable way, including on technical aspects.
The process, step by step
- Request for the medical records
- Forensic medical assessment of the case
- Mediation or preliminary technical assessment
- Negotiation or claim in court
Frequently asked questions
How long do I have to act?
Under Italian law, against the healthcare facility, public or private, the limitation period is ten years; against an individual employed doctor it is generally five years. The exact calculation must be made on the specific case.
How do I obtain my medical records?
The patient or entitled relatives can request them from the facility, which must hand them over promptly. I can make the request for you.
Does the initial assessment have a cost?
The forensic medical consultation has a cost, which I state in advance together with the written quote. It is an investment that helps you understand whether it is worth proceeding.
The information on this page is general, refers to Italian law and is not a substitute for advice on your specific case.