SSKB secured a groundbreaking $12.4 million settlement in a complex medical malpractice case that had been ongoing for seven years. This case involved a 17-year-old girl who tragically suffered due to a misdiagnosis by her doctors. Despite presenting symptoms that should have raised red flags, the medical team failed to perform a critical CT scan, ultimately missing a life-threatening embolism. This negligence had devastating consequences for the young girl and her family, prompting them to seek justice.
After five days of trial, Senior Partner Joe Bavaro, with the skilled support of Partners Carolyn Caccese and Deborah S. Kurtz, achieved justice for the family. This result was not just a financial victory but a deeply significant acknowledgment of the pain and suffering caused by the medical team’s failure to uphold the standard of care.
The case highlighted the importance of accountability in the medical field and demonstrated the firm’s ability to navigate highly technical and emotionally charged litigation. Over the course of seven years, our attorneys worked tirelessly, uncovering critical evidence and building a strong case to secure this life-changing outcome.