$15M
Medical Malpractice
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Case Details
Medical malpractice resulting in brain injury; verdict against Banner UMC-Tucson. Jury unanimously awarded Esmeralda Tripp $15 million for personal injuries sustained due to two inexperienced doctors. Largest medical malpractice verdict in Arizona in 2017 and last 25+ years.
Additional Notes
Caused by resident physician suggesting dangerous blood-clotting medication (Profilnine) against hospital guidelines, leading to heart attack and severe, permanent brain damage. Trial took 3 weeks, jury deliberated 3.5 hours.