Why Are Lasik Eye Surgery Malpractice Lawsuits So Common?
Lasik eye surgery is a relatively new procedure that enables people to see without any form of corrective lenses. When this surgery was first introduced several years ago, it seemed that it cost a small fortune and only a select number of doctors performed it. That's not the case anymore, as some clinics are staffed with several doctors all willing to do the procedure for just a few hundred dollars per eye. This may very well be why there seems to a rash of Lasik eye surgery malpractice lawsuits.
As with any type of surgery there are inherent risks associated with this form of corrective eye surgery. When a person first consults with a doctor about the possibility of having their vision altered, they are likely going to be full of questions. The clinic or doctor's office will typically supply the patient with some written information related to the procedure including all the risks. The patient is then required to sign a consent form acknowledging that they understand the possible consequences and they agree to the procedure nonetheless.
Complications often do occur after the procedure has been performed. For someone who believes they weren't privy to all the risks they may feel warranted in launching Lasik eye surgery malpractice lawsuits. This is often the case when a person realizes their sight is worse than it was before the procedure. Sadly some people lose their sight altogether following Lasik corrective surgery.
Another reason some people consult an attorney after having this surgery is that they develop odd vision problems. A complaint that has been heard numerous times by individuals involved in Lasik eye surgery malpractice lawsuits is that they now see halos or have double vision. Driving at night can become virtually impossible, as one of the very real risks of corrective vision surgery is night blindness. The attorney representing the patient must prove that the patient did not understand all the risks. This can be a difficult task considering the patient did sign a consent form. However, if the surgery was done in a clinic that performs many each day, there may be a valid case, particularly if others in the same clinic are voicing the same complaints. If a patient does experience problems after their surgery and they feel that they truly didn't understand all the risks, they need to speak with an attorney. The attorney will interview them and will want to see any documentation the patient has that is associated with the procedure. They will also likely need to consult with another optometrist who will evaluate their vision. If the attorney feels the patient has a case, they will proceed with a lawsuit. As is the case with any type of litigation, a patient in this position must realize it can take years to settle.
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