Chicago Plastic Surgery Error Attorney
Plastic surgery should never result in brain damage, permanent disability, or death. Yet when negligent surgeons, anesthesiologists, or medical staff cut corners, skip safety checks, or act outside the accepted medical standard of care, the consequences are often catastrophic.
When plastic surgery errors happen, the impact on your life and your family can be profound. Anesthesia injuries, botched procedures, and post-surgical complications can leave victims with permanent disabilities, brain damage, or worse.
At Ankin Law, our plastic surgery error attorneys represent clients in the most severe malpractice cases—where lives are changed forever and families are left grieving. Our legal team works with nationally recognized medical experts to expose malpractice, hold negligent providers accountable, and recover full compensation for victims and their families.
If you suffered severe injuries or your loved one died during a cosmetic procedure, you deserve answers—and justice.
Why Call Ankin Law for Your Medical Malpractice Case?
With more than 100 years of combined legal experience and a proven track record in medical malpractice litigation, Ankin Law is one of Chicago’s most trusted firms. We’ve recovered hundreds of millions in settlements and verdicts for injured clients and their families.
- We handle only the most severe plastic surgery malpractice cases
- Our team includes trial-tested attorneys and medical experts
- No fees unless we win your case
If you or a loved one suffered life-altering harm from a plastic surgery procedure, you need a legal team that won’t back down. Call 312-600-0000 for Ankin Law.
What Is a Catastrophic Plastic Surgery Error?
A catastrophic plastic surgery error is a preventable mistake made during or after a cosmetic or reconstructive procedure that causes serious injury, permanent harm, or death. These errors often involve a breakdown in medical standards, poor surgical technique, improper anesthesia administration, or post-operative negligence.
In Illinois, plastic surgeons and surgical centers are held to the same standards as other medical providers. If a surgeon deviates from accepted medical practices and a patient suffers a catastrophic injury as a result, that patient and their family may have grounds to file a medical malpractice lawsuit.
Examples of Serious Plastic Surgery Errors in Chicago
Our law firm handles the most serious cases involving brain injuries, coma, wrongful death, and disfigurement caused by negligence in plastic surgery settings. Examples include:
Anesthesia Errors During Plastic Surgery
Errors involving anesthesia are among the most dangerous in any surgical context. When an anesthesiologist administers too much medication or fails to monitor vital signs, patients can suffer from:
- Hypoxia (lack of oxygen to the brain)
- Cardiac arrest
- Irreversible brain damage
- Coma
- Death
In many cases, the anesthesiologist, the surgical team, and the facility may all share liability if proper monitoring and response procedures were not followed.
Surgical Errors That Lead to Severe Injury or Death
While any surgery carries risk, some surgical errors are clearly preventable and inexcusable. These may include:
- Operating on the wrong body part
- Puncturing internal organs
- Causing severe infections due to unsanitary equipment
- Leaving surgical tools or sponges inside the patient
Such mistakes can lead to massive internal bleeding, septic shock, permanent disability, or death.
Negligent Post-Operative Monitoring
Even if a procedure goes well, poor aftercare can be fatal. Many plastic surgery patients are sent home the same day with little or no supervision. Others never leave the recovery room. Failing to recognize signs of distress after plastic surgery—like excessive bleeding, respiratory issues, or allergic reactions—can result in life-threatening complications.
If you suffered severe injuries or your loved one died because of negligence during or after a cosmetic procedure, call Ankin Law at 312-600-0000. We’ll demand accountability.
Who Can Be Held Liable for a Plastic Surgery Error?
Multiple parties may be legally responsible for a plastic surgery error, depending on the circumstances. In Illinois, liability for medical malpractice is typically assigned to those who breached the accepted standard of care. This can include:
- The plastic surgeon
- The anesthesiologist
- Nurses or surgical techs
- The clinic or outpatient surgical center
- The hospital or healthcare system
Plastic surgery errors often happen in outpatient or private surgical centers, where safety standards may be lower and emergency protocols lacking. If a facility was understaffed, poorly equipped, or failed to follow proper sterilization and monitoring protocols, it may be partially or fully liable for any resulting harm.
How Do You Prove a Plastic Surgery Error Occurred?
To prove a plastic surgery error in a medical malpractice claim, you need to demonstrate:
- A provider-patient relationship existed
- The provider breached the medical standard of care
- That breach directly caused injury or death
- The injury led to damages (medical bills, lost income, pain, or death)
This process typically requires testimony from expert witnesses who can explain how the care provided fell short of accepted medical practices. At Ankin Law, we maintain a network of nationally respected medical experts to help establish liability and strengthen your claim.
We also gather:
- Medical records and surgical notes
- Autopsy results, if applicable
- Statements from nurses and staff
- Equipment maintenance logs
- Internal facility safety records
The more evidence we compile, the stronger your case for recovery will be.
What Compensation Can I Recover in a Plastic Surgery Error Case?
If you or your family member was catastrophically injured due to a plastic surgery error, Illinois law allows you to seek substantial compensation for your losses. At Ankin Law, we pursue maximum recovery for:
- Emergency medical treatment and hospital bills
- Rehabilitation and lifelong care costs
- Loss of income and future earning potential
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress and trauma
- Loss of companionship (in wrongful death cases)
How Long Do I Have to File a Lawsuit for a Plastic Surgery Error in Illinois?
In Illinois, the statute of limitations for medical malpractice is generally 2 years from the date the patient knew or reasonably should have known of the injury. However, there are exceptions for wrongful death cases, minors, and situations where fraud or concealment is involved.
Waiting too long to file a lawsuit can bar you from recovering compensation. If you or a loved one was severely harmed due to a plastic surgery error, contact Ankin Law immediately to preserve your legal rights. Call us at 312-600-0000 now.
Ankin Law Fights for Victims of Severe Plastic Surgery Errors
Ankin Law doesn’t take every plastic surgery malpractice case. We reserve our resources for victims and families facing catastrophic injuries, brain damage, and wrongful death. Our team works with medical experts, economists, and litigation strategists to build strong cases and fight for full accountability.
- We don’t back down from complex or high-value claims
- We negotiate aggressively—and we’re not afraid to go to trial
- We treat your loss like it’s personal, because it is
Frequently Asked Questions About Plastic Surgery Error Cases
What types of plastic surgery mistakes qualify for a lawsuit?
Not every unsatisfactory cosmetic result rises to the level of medical malpractice. To file a successful claim, the error must involve serious negligence—such as anesthesia mishandling, surgical errors that cause brain damage, failure to monitor vitals, or preventable death. If the mistake caused permanent injury, coma, or death, you may have a case.
Can I sue if my loved one died after plastic surgery?
Yes. If negligence during a plastic surgery procedure caused your loved one’s death, you may be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit in Illinois. This can help your family recover compensation for funeral costs, medical expenses, lost financial support, and loss of companionship. Ankin Law can investigate and take swift legal action.
What should I do if I suspect malpractice occurred during plastic surgery?
First, seek immediate medical care if complications are ongoing. Next, preserve all surgical and hospital records, and avoid discussing the case with the surgeon or facility without legal counsel. Then, contact Ankin Law at 312-600-0000. We’ll review your case, consult with medical experts, and determine if you have grounds to sue.
How much does it cost to hire Ankin Law for a plastic surgery malpractice case?
There are no upfront costs to hire our firm. Ankin Law works on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you. If we don’t win, you don’t owe us attorney fees.
Let’s Get Started With Your Recovery Today
If your family has been harmed by a preventable plastic surgery tragedy, we can help you pursue justice. The attorneys at Ankin Law will investigate what went wrong and fight to make sure you recover full compensation.
Call 312-600-0000 now for a FREE consultation with a Chicago plastic surgery error attorney. You don’t owe us a dime unless we win your case.