How can I prove if I was a victim of medical malpractice?

Stephen J. Phillips: In Illinois a physician has to sign off on a medical negligence case before it can be brought, so the early way to prove a case is to have a physician review it and decide whether it is meritorious.

Attorney Stephen J. Phillips · Medical Malpractice · 38-second answer

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Medical malpractice or medical negligence cases require what’s called a 2622 report. In Illinois, a doctor has to sign off on any medical negligence case before it can be brought. The way to prove a medical negligence case in the early stages is to have it reviewed by a physician. The physician then will determine whether or not a case exists and whether or not it’s meritorious.

Note: The physician’s written report he refers to is required by section 2-622 of the Illinois Code of Civil Procedure (735 ILCS 5/2-622).

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