Case Result

$9.1M

Medical Malpractice

2012

Trial Verdict

Norfolk, VA

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Case Details

Minnesota resident Joe Lakoskey won $9.1 million in a medical malpractice lawsuit due to anesthesiologist's negligence during surgery for a perforated bowel, leading to paralysis and permanent loss of use of legs.

Additional Notes

Third largest recorded medical malpractice award in Minnesota. Anesthesiologist's negligence caused drop in blood pressure and insufficient blood flow to spinal cord. This case is presented as an example of medical malpractice, not explicitly stated as handled by Atkinson Law, but used to promote their services. Surgery occurred in 2012.

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