Connecticut Cosmetic Surgery Malpractice Attorney

Trends like “looksmaxxing” and cosmetic surgery are becoming more mainstream. Whether patients are electively seeking to change their appearance or undergoing reconstructive surgery after an injury, these medical procedures carry significant risks.

When a plastic surgeon or other medical professional fails in their duty, the results can be physically and emotionally scarring. If this has happened to you, the legal team at Connolly Brennan Ralabate, PC, is here to help. Our dedicated Connecticut medical malpractice lawyers work tirelessly to protect your rights and demand the full compensation you deserve.

Why Choose Us at Connolly Brennan Ralabate, PC?

Medical malpractice cases are notoriously difficult, and cosmetic surgery clinics are often backed by serious legal support. At Connolly Brennan Ralabate, PC, we have a thorough understanding of Connecticut personal injury and malpractice laws as well as the medical standards that these doctors should be held to. A botched procedure can leave you with lasting complications, and we are dedicated to tirelessly pursuing justice for these cases.

Our firm focuses on proving negligence by conducting a reasonable inquiry as required under Connecticut General Statutes 52-190a. We collaborate with other medical experts to show that your surgeon breached the professional standard of care and how that led to your injury. From the initial free consultation to the final verdict or settlement, we handle the legal details so you can focus on recovering.

What types of cosmetic procedures most often lead to malpractice claims in Connecticut?

Malpractice claims in Connecticut can occur in any surgical procedure. We handle claims from inpatient procedures and those requiring hospital intakes, including:

Tummy Tucks and Liposuction: These claims often involve severe infection or internal organ damage.

Facial Surgeries: A botched rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, or brow lift can leave you with scarring, infections, or other serious conditions.

Injections: We see cases following Botox and dermal fillers performed by untrained or negligent providers.

Breast Augmentation: Surgical techniques for augmentations or issues with implants can lead to disfiguration and serious internal infections.

Hair Replacement: Complications from scalp surgery or grafts can end in serious injury.

Other common errors we see in cosmetic procedures can involve operating on the wrong body part, failing to monitor a patient’s vital signs, or not providing sufficient post-operative care, leading to life-threatening infections.

What Types of Recoverable Damages Can I Receive?

When a medical professional fails to provide the high standard of care required for a cosmetic surgery, the damages or compensation you can seek are divided into two main categories: economic and non-economic.

Economic compensation includes current and future medical expenses, costs of corrective surgeries, and lost income due to time recovering. Non-economic compensation attempts to account for the physical pain, emotional turmoil, and decreased quality of life caused by your personal injury. Compensation for disfigurement and scarring may also be warranted.

How Long Do You Have to File a Cosmetic Surgery Malpractice Claim in Connecticut?

In Connecticut, you generally have two years from the date you discovered the injury to file a lawsuit. This statute of limitations is limited further, with the final deadline being no more than three years after the negligent act occurred, regardless of when the injury was discovered. This makes it important to begin building your case with a malpractice lawyer as soon as possible.

Call Our Connecticut Cosmetic Surgery Malpractice Attorneys Today

If you are currently paying the price for the negligence of a cosmetic surgeon, you need support from a strong legal team. At Connolly Brennan Ralabate, PC, we believe every patient deserves high-quality, consistent care. Contact us today to set up an initial consultation for free.