Personal Injury/Dental Malpractice

A woman in her late 30's with Infantile Cerebral Palsy was hospitalized for a full-month rehabilitation. She had no chronic pain and due to her illness, could not wear dentures. Without consulting the patient, while under the anesthetic, the attending dentist pulled all of her teeth. No attempt had been made to understand the patient's use of her teeth to stay independent by feeding herself and expressing herself in works of art. Nelson Hall, representing the client, settled the case out of court for more than three times the original offer. The client is now being evaluated for dental implants, which will restore her independence and self-expression.