How The The Statute of Limitations Affect Patients Filing Medical Malpractice Claims Against Dr. Mona Ghosh

Patients Need to File In Time to Receive Compensation for Medical Malpractice Injuries

There are a variety of situations in which patients may be injured or suffer physical or emotional harm due to the actions of doctors or other medical providers. An especially serious form of medical malpractice has recently come to light in the Chicago area. Dr. Mona Ghosh, a women's healthcare provider who operated a clinic in Hoffman Estates known as Progressive Women's Healthcare, S.C., has been charged with healthcare fraud involving billing insurers for procedures that were not actually performed. In addition to fraud, the accusations also involve unnecessary procedures such as endometrial ablations that were provided to patients. Those who have been affected by Dr. Ghosh's actions may be uncertain about how to proceed, and they may be unsure about whether they can pursue a claim or lawsuit after several years have passed since they received treatment.

At Birth Injury Law Alliance, Ltd., we provide effective, compassionate representation for women who have been harmed by medical malpractice. We can review your case and advise you of the laws that apply in your situation, including the applicable statutes of limitations. We will work closely with you to make sure you understand your options, and we will advocate on your behalf to make sure you will be fully compensated for injuries or other damages caused by improper medical care. Our goal is to help you move forward from this difficult experience and ensure that your family will have the resources you need to address your ongoing concerns.

What Is the Statute of Limitations in Illinois Medical Malpractice Cases?

The statute of limitations refers to the amount of time in which a person who has been affected by medical malpractice can pursue a civil claim against the provider that caused them to suffer harm. Cases must typically be initiated within a specific time limit, and once the statute of limitations has expired, the ability to pursue a civil lawsuit will no longer be available.

Under Illinois law, the statute of limitations in most medical malpractice cases is two years. However, this does not necessarily mean that a claim must be brought within two years after the date a procedure was performed or other forms of treatment were provided. The two-year statute of limitations will apply after a person received notice of an injury or reasonably should have known that they suffered harm due to medical malpractice. The negative effects of unnecessary medical treatment may not have become known until months or years later. Because of this, the two-year statute of limitations may apply after the date that the injury was discovered.

A longer statute of limitations will apply for people who received treatment while they were minors. There are also special laws that provide longer deadlines to file a lawsuit that may apply to the claims against Dr. Ghosh because her alleged mistreatment predominantly affected women.

Exceptions to the statute of limitations may also apply in cases involving fraud. If a medical provider conceals an injury from a patient or does not provide a person with notification that they may have suffered harm, a longer statute of limitations will apply. This means that a person will be able to pursue a claim even though the medical care occurred several years ago. Since Dr. Ghosh has been accused of healthcare fraud, it is likely that the harm patients suffered due to unnecessary or improper procedures was concealed from them, and they may have a longer amount of time to pursue medical malpractice claims. Still, time may be running short, and women with potential claims should contact an attorney immediately.

Contact Our Chicago Medical Malpractice Lawyers

The team at Birth Injury Law Alliance, Ltd. believes in fighting for the rights and interests of women who have been wronged by healthcare providers who performed unnecessary treatments or otherwise caused them to suffer harm. If you have been injured because of the actions of a gynecologist or another healthcare provider, we can help you pursue financial compensation, and we will fight to protect your rights throughout your case. Contact us today at 312-462-4200 to set up a complimentary consultation.