The usual presentation of a patient who was suffering from gallstones include symptoms of pain in the upper abdomen and upper back, nausea, vomiting, bloating, indigestion, heartburn, and gas. So, gallstones should have been in the differential diagnosis of the physicians. I think the real question in the case is whether it is financially viable because presumably you would've needed surgery if the diagnosis was earler. Consequently, assuming there was no permanent harm the damages in the case amount to two months of pain and suffering. I wouldn't take on a case like that, but financial viability is a judgment call. The articles below explain this in more detail.
Below are some articles you may find helpful. They are written for a New Jersey audience (where I practice) but the ideas discussed in these articles usually apply in most other jurisdictions as well.
Click here for an article that discusses the three main questions I ask when deciding whether to investigate a potential medical malpractice case. This discusses the issue of financial viability.
Click here for an article that explains what you can and should expect when pursuing a medical malpractice case.
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Answered on Jul 12th, 2014 at 6:45 AM