Medical Malpractice Suit for Wrongfully Pulled Teeth

A developmentally disabled woman had 13 of her 14 teeth pulled without her caregiver’s consent at the University of Colorado dental school. Now, the school is facing a $10 million lawsuit for “willfully and wantonly” violating Colorado’s dental laws. The patient was supposed to have a deep cleaning on her teeth done while under general anesthesia. The patient then suffered from the extractions and was not given painkillers or antibiotics after the procedure, leading her to suffer from a fever, aches and infection.

Medical professionals need to be held responsible for their actions when they mistreat or injure someone resulting in medical malpractice. When this type of incident occurs, you need to know that you do have options in resolving this matter. You should be able to afford the medical care you need as a result of the medical malpractice. It’s important that you take the appropriate steps necessary to protect your rights.