Heart Attacks: When Can You File a Claim?

It’s the month of love – it’s also American Heart Month. Have you asked how your heart is lately? Maybe check if a twinge of pain has been present recently. Even so, regularly checking on your heart can be very helpful in maintaining your overall well-being. 

What you eat and do comprises your health. The body’s primary organs, including the heart, must be well taken care of. Heart attacks are serious, and they are not something to be taken lightly – but sometimes, heart attacks can be the result (or made worse) because of someone’s negligence.

If you had a heart attack because of a defective drug, a negligent boss, or medical malpractice, you could be entitled to compensation.

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Did You Know? 

According to the American Heart Association, more than 23,000 children experience cardiac arrest outside of the hospital each year.

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Heart Attack and its Symptoms 

A heart attack is a medical condition that happens when the blood flow in your heart is too slow due to blockage. Symptoms may include: 

• chest discomfort,
• pain or discomfort in the arms, back, neck, jaw, or stomach,
• shortness of breath,
• cold sweat,
• nausea and/or;
• lightheadedness 

You can be prone to this condition if you are older, have a family history of heart disease, or have a specific health problem. However, chronic stress and anxiety can also be a risk factor for heart attack.

If you or your loved one have a heart attack, immediately seek medical care, as it can cause death if not immediately treated. 

Check out the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute fact sheet to get tips on keeping your heart healthy and protecting yourself from a heart attack.

When Can I Sue for a Heart Attack in Texas?

You may have options for compensation if your heart attack was the result of someone’s negligence or was simply made worse due to medical malpractice.

Does Worker’s Compensation Cover Employee Heart Attacks? 

Workers’ compensation covers heart attack injuries caused by work-related factors.

If you or your loved one had a heart attack while being at work and can prove that it was due to work-related factors, you can file for compensation. Compensation may vary, but it can include: 

• medical care
• temporary disability benefits 
• permanent disability benefits
• rehabilitation training
• death benefits for the bereaved family if the employee didn’t survive the heart attack

If you or your loved one experienced a heart attack while at work and you need some legal advice or want help filing your claim, you can consult with a workers’ compensation lawyer at Carabin Shaw for free at 800-862-1260.  

Medical Malpractice Claims

A heart attack is a time-sensitive condition that needs immediate care. A delay in the response time from medical practitioners can worsen your or your loved one’s condition. Medical personnel have a standard of care they must follow; if the delay in response is below that standard, they can be held liable for medical malpractice.

Product Liability Claims

Supplements or drug medications are potent substances medical practitioners prescribe to treat your condition or just an additional source of vitamins and minerals. However, some medicines are defective, can be harmful, and may increase the risk of heart attack. 

If you had a heart attack or other drug-related injury after taking the supplement, you may file a product liability claim against the manufacturer. The manufacturer is always responsible for any adverse effect brought by their product. It’s their responsibility to produce a safe product for consumers.

Heart Attack? Call Shaw. 

Filing a claim for medical malpractice or a product liability can be complex. Workers’ compensation claims that involve permanent or temporary disability or wrongful death are often met with resistance. Fortunately, you have the right to hire an attorney to represent your claim.

Don’t wait. You have a limited time frame called the Statute of Limitations. If you miss the filing window, you will barred from receiving compensation for your injury, even if your case merits it.  

If you or your loved one had a heart attack anywhere in Texas, you may be entitled to compensation for things like:

• Ambulance Costs,
• ER Treatment,
• Surgeries,
• Medical Bills,
• Pain and Suffering,
• Missed Work,
• Wrongful Death,
• And More.

We can help you find out if you have a case for free.

Call Shaw at 800-862-1260 today or use the live chat to schedule your free case evaluation with one of our premises liability attorneys. No fees, no obligations, just the expert legal advice you need. Carabin Shaw has been a trusted name in San Antonio and across Texas for over 32 years because we put our clients first. 

We look forward to serving you.