Medical Malpractice Lawyer Utah Pursuing Justice for Victims Of Misdiagnosis and Other Negligence
- We Take the Cases Other Firms Won't
- Results that Stand Up to Appeals
- We Partner With Leading Medical Experts
You Have the Power to Make a Difference
It is estimated that nearly 800,000 Americans die or are permanently disabled due to medical malpractice each year. When victims take a stand, it sends a clear message that medical negligence has consequences. Taking legal action is the only way to hold negligent medical professionals responsible. Younker Hyde Macfarlane is ready to advocate for you and all of us who put our trust in the medical community.
Why Call Younker Hyde Macfarlane?
We’ll Stand Up for You
There is no such thing as “the doctor police.” When a medical professional makes a mistake that costs you dearly, it’s up to you to initiate legal action. Our firm can champion your rights to achieve justice and prevent similar tragedies.
We’re Utah’s Most Prolific Malpractice Firm
Younker Hyde Macfarlane takes more of these cases than any other personal injury law firm in the state. Over the years, we have forged relationships with leading medical experts who can identify responsible parties and make the true extent of your losses understood.
We Get Results
Overcoming the fallout of medical malpractice can carry an astronomical cost. Our firm has achieved many multimillion-dollar victories for victims. If we take your case, we intend to collect maximum compensation for you.
Our attorneys take more medical malpractice cases than any other personal injury attorneys in Utah. We work with experts to get the results you and your family need and deserve.
"I can't express enough how grateful I am. If you've been medically injured, John and Ashton are exceptionally skilled and they will fight relentlessly for the restitution you deserve.”
–Annette, 5-Star Google Review
You Have Two Years to Take Action
Utah grants victims only two years from the date of an injury or its discovery to file a medical malpractice lawsuit. Reach out today to request a free consultation. If we take your case, we can immediately investigate and gather the evidence needed to help you and your family collect maximum restitution.
We Help Victims Triumph
$5 Million Verdict for Withdrawal of Life-Sustaining Medical Care
Our lawyers secured a $5 million jury award for the surviving children of a 67-year-old woman. After a nine-day trial, the jury agreed that the doctors did not properly inform her family of her positive prognosis, which led to the withdrawal of care.
$2.9 Million Verdict in a Fatal Misdiagnosis Case
We obtained $2.9 million for the family of a man who went to a health clinic twice, complaining of heart pain. During both visits, the physician's assistant misdiagnosed the condition and failed to order cardiac tests. The victim died of aortic dissection.
$1.83 Million Verdict for Negligent Care Resulting in Death
We helped the family of an individual with MS obtain a $1.83 million award. The defense's insurance company came back to negotiate the verdict, and the case went through the court of appeals, where the original ruling was upheld.
“Being able to work for clients and get compensation that would help improve their lives, that's where I found the satisfaction that I was looking for." — Attorney Ashton Hyde
You Can Afford Our Help
Younker Hyde Macfarlane, PLLC fights for families and working people. We want regular people in the state of Utah to have equal legal footing to stand against insurance companies and medical facilities.
Your initial consultation with us is free of charge. If we work on your case, you do not have to pay a retainer or any attorney fees. You only pay us if we can secure a favorable settlement or win damages in a civil trial.
The Malpractice Lawyers Other Attorneys Trust
At Younker Hyde Macfarlane, PLLC, we are proud that we have earned a reputation as some of the most respected medical malpractice attorneys in the state of Utah.
Your initial consultation with us is free of charge. If we work on your case, you do not have to pay a retainer or any attorney fees. You only pay us if we can secure a favorable settlement or win damages in a civil trial.
If you need to speak with a lawyer about medical malpractice law, we encourage you to share what happened with our respected team of medical injury attorneys. Your consultation is free of charge.
A Former Client Shares His Story
Our Law Firm Will Look Out for You
Gilbert suffered a spinal cord injury while getting a chiropractic adjustment. Watch him recount this experience and how our medical negligence and malpractice attorneys helped him reach a successful outcome and move forward with his life again.
Have you or someone you love suffered an injury due to the negligence of a medical professional? Our attorneys can help you achieve justice and help prevent others from suffering similar injuries.
“It gets really stressful, and they alleviated that. Younker Hyde MacFarlane took care of me. They were very personable, really just nice people. And they were looking out for me." — Gilbert, Medical Malpractice Client
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With SLC’s Most Prolific Medical Malpractice Firm
Though based in Salt Lake City, Younker Hyde Macfarlane, PLLC can work with clients located throughout the state of Utah.
Our lead attorneys, Ashton J. Hyde and John Macfarlane, have achieved significant victories for victims in need, and are both admitted to the Utah State Bar.
Helping Clients with Dedication and Perseverance
We Will Stand With You,
No Matter How Long It Takes
“I first visited the firm completely exhausted, emotional, and seeking justice after having been through a mother's worst nightmare. Mr. Younker met with me and reassured me that they will do everything they could to bring about awareness and justice. Although they could not undue what was medically done, he set us up to succeed by putting us in good hands with Mr. MacFarlane. Mr. MacFarlane took the lead, battled it out and WON!!!! The perseverance and dedication shown during those three years will never be forgotten."
— Nina Patterson, 5-Star Google Review
What Is Medical Malpractice?
Medical malpractice refers to when a doctor, nurse, surgeon, or other medical provider fails to abide by a reasonable standard of care, resulting in harm to a patient.
You may have grounds for a medical malpractice claim if evidence shows that a healthcare professional or institution acted in a manner that falls short of the standards adhered to by their peers. In such cases, the liable party, as well as his or her employer, may be held accountable for damages related to the financial and non-financial losses of the victim.
A Leading Cause of Death in the U.S.
According to research from Studies in Health Technology and Informatics, medical errors account for up to 251,000 deaths a year in America. This is far higher than the rates seen in Canada, the UK, and other developed nations.
Statute of Limitations
In the state of Utah, you have two years from the date you discover a medical-related injury to file a legal claim. This two-year period of discovery must fall within four years of the date of the actual injury.
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Secure Dedicated Medical Malpractice Representation
Our lawyers will investigate all aspects of the claim to determine if a single person or party is liable for the injuries. Count on us to handle all of the legal work so the focus can remain on healing and recovery.
To book your free legal consultation with a member of our team, contact Younker Hyde Macfarlane, PLLC online or call us in Salt Lake City, UT:
Our Lawyers Help Clients Achieve Peace of Mind Standing With Victims in Difficult Times
“Very helpful and excellent staff and lawyers. Helped us receive peace of mind and helped settle our case with our young son that passed away. Without them we wouldn't have some of the closure that we now have. John was excellent and always answered our questions and was available when we needed him.” — Kevin Boren, 5-Star Google Review
Filing a Wrongful Death Lawsuit
Tragically, some cases of medical malpractice result in the death of the patient. In these circumstances, close family members of the victim have the right to file a wrongful death lawsuit.
Immediate family members such as spouses, life partners, children, adopted children, and any other dependents have priority in wrongful death suits. If no immediate family members or financial dependents exist, extended family such as parents, adult children, and other dependents may be eligible to file suit.
Utah state law requires eligible family members to file suit within two years of the date of death.
“"They did a great job. You feel like somebody's fighting for you.” — Matt, Medical Malpractice Client
A Former Client Shares His Story
Legal Support in the Face of Tragedy
Matt's wife passed away because her doctor prescribed her medicine she should not have been taking. The Salt Lake City attorney Matt initially spoke to recommended that he seek the counsel of Younker Hyde Macfarlane, PLLC. Watch as he describes his experience working with our law firm.
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Our Law Firm Is Here to Help and Support You
The team at Younker Hyde Macfarlane, PLLC is committed to obtaining the best possible settlements and verdicts for our clients. By offering free consultations and contingency representation, we hope to even the odds when facing insurance companies and the legal representatives of major medical facilities.
Known for Compassionate Representation Our Attorneys Will Support You Every Step of the Way
“These men were very respectful and empathetic to my family after the loss of my 15 year old daughter. Younker, Hyde and Macfarlane helped bring closure for my family. Thank you for their dedication and tenacity.” — Shawn Troumbley, 5-Star Google Review
Medical Malpractice Laws in Utah
The state has established specific laws relating to cases involving medical negligence and malpractice:
Time Limitations
State Code: 78B-3-404 A claim for medical malpractice has to be within two years of the date of the injury or the discovery of the injury; but, all claims must be filed within four years of the injury.
Caps On Certain Damages
State Code: 78B-3-410 State law places limits on the award of non-economic damages in malpractice actions. In all cases arising on or after May 15, 2010, the cap on non-economic damages is $450,000.
Emergency Room Protections
State Code: 58-13-2.5 Emergency rooms have special protections, which raised the standard of evidence. Lawyers have to present a case with “clear and convincing” evidence as opposed to the "preponderance of evidence" that was previously required in these cases.
Our Lawyers Get Results
You Can Count on Younker Hyde Macfarlane
The attorneys at Younker Hyde Macfarlane, PLLC focus on medical malpractice claims, one of the most difficult areas of litigation. Our team works with a network of experts to determine which malpractice claims are worth pursuing in different areas of medicine.
“We try and zone in on what is most important, and then follow through on getting a good result for our clients.” — Attorney John Macfarlane
