Dental Malpractice Lawyer
Utah Dental Malpractice Attorneys
Like any medical professional, you trust your dentist or oral surgeon to provide safe, reasonable care and treatment. When they betray your trust, the results can be devastating. Dental treatment injuries can result in extreme pain and permanent damage. At best, you are likely to require extensive additional treatment to correct the damage you suffered. If you suffered injuries as a result of dental work performed by a Utah dentist, you may have the right to pursue legal action. You could be entitled to recover damages for your corrective treatment as well as lost wages and pain and suffering. Contact a Utah personal injury lawyer from William Rawlings & Associates.
What is Dental Malpractice
Dentists and other medical professionals sometimes make mistakes when providing treatment services to their patients. A mistake – even if you suffer injuries or damages as result – does not automatically indicate malpractice. Dentists must uphold a reasonable standard of care when treating their patients. The legal perspective on the reasonable standard of care is what another dentist with a background and experience similar to yours would have done in the same circumstances. If another dentist would have acted differently than your dentist under the same circumstances, you could be the victim of malpractice.
The best way to determine whether you have a viable dental malpractice claim is to consult an attorney. An attorney can evaluate the details of your case and explain your options.
Common Types of Dental Malpractice
Although every case is different, dental malpractice attorneys do encounter several types of malpractice frequently, including:
- Failure to diagnose
- Failure to refer to a specialist
- Improper follow-up care
- Providing fraudulent treatment
- Delayed diagnosis
- Failure to properly supervise
- Providing incorrect treatment
- Providing treatment without informed consent
- Incorrect diagnosis
- Providing unnecessary treatment
Although these are some of the most common types of malpractice committed by dentists and oral surgeons, you might have experienced a different incident. If you suffered any injury related to dental treatment, contact an attorney as soon as possible.
Common Types of Dental Malpractice Injuries
Dental malpractice injuries that we commonly encounter include:
- Tooth loss
- Perforation of mouth tissues
- Nerve damage
- Maxillary sinus exposure
- Oral cancer
- Dental drill injuries
- Infection
- Jawbone fractures
- Blood poisoning
- Cardiac damage
You may also have the right to pursue a dental malpractice claim for failed implants, bridges, crowns and other types of restorations, depending on the nature of your injuries. Talking to a Utah malpractice attorney will help you determine the best course of action. If you lost a loved one as a result of dental treatment or oral surgery, contact our office today. We can assist you with a wrongful death claim. You may be entitled to recover compensation for the victim’s funeral expenses as well as your own losses, such as:
- Loss of companionship and care
- Loss of inheritance
- Loss of consortium
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of financial assistance
- Emotional trauma
How Can a Dental Malpractice Attorney Help You?
When you sustain physical harm due to the wrongful actions of another party, a personal injury attorney can help you recover compensation for your damages. In the case of dental malpractice claims, having an experienced attorney on your side provides a number of significant benefits. Your attorney will protect your legal rights and fight to recover the maximum possible compensation for your economic and non-economic damages.
Depending on the details of your case, you may be entitled to recovering damages that include:
- Medical care and treatment costs
- Future treatment costs
- Pain and suffering
- Lost wages and benefits
- Future lost income
- Emotional trauma
If you suffered any permanent damage, scarring, disfigurement or disability, you may be entitled to recover compensation for diminished earning capacity, diminished quality of life and other damages specific to your case. Your attorney will build the strongest possible case on your behalf and file a claim with the dentist’s malpractice insurance carrier. Ideally, your lawyer will successfully negotiate an acceptable settlement with the insurer. However, if the insurance company does not provide a reasonable settlement offer, your attorney may recommend filing a civil lawsuit and pursuing your claim in court.
Talk to a Utah Dental Malpractice Lawyer Today
Time is of the essence if you suffered injuries caused by a dentist or oral surgeon. Before you provide any statement to the medical practitioner or their insurance company, contact the law office of William Rawlings & Associates. We offer a no-cost, no-obligation consultation for personal injury victims. We will answer your questions, explore your options and help you get started with the legal claim process.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Will I have to go to court?
Most personal injury claims are settled through negotiation, mediation, or arbitration, without having to go to court. At William Rawlings & Associates, we successfully settle almost 98% of our accident cases outside of court. However, if the insurance company fails to offer a fair settlement covering all your present and future losses, we are fully prepared to represent you in court to secure the compensation you deserve.
When Should I Contact a Utah Personal Injury Attorney?
It’s important to talk to a Utah personal injury lawyer right after an accident. This helps make sure your side of the story is clear and important details aren’t lost. You can even call us while you’re still at the scene of the crash. Our Salt Lake City accident attorneys will start working on your case right away and help you get the medical care you need, even if you don’t have health insurance. We’ll be there for you from start to finish—and we’ll come to you, whether that’s at the scene of the car accident, the hospital, your home, or a nearby local meeting spot.
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What Is a Personal Injury Lawyer and Why Do I Need One?
A personal injury lawyer practices law where individuals have been harmed due to others’ negligence. With over 100 years of combined experience, our firm understands the tactics insurance companies use to lower payouts. Having our skilled Utah personal injury attorneys on your side helps you receive full compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Our attorneys will handle the entire process from start to finish, including the intake. You’ll also speak directly with an attorney when they reach out to you.
Why Insurance Companies Don’t Want You to Hire an Attorney?
Insurance companies often discourage legal representation to settle claims quickly and for less than their full value. Once you accept a settlement, you forfeit the right to additional compensation. Our award-winning personal injury attorneys will advocate for your best interests, making sure you receive full compensation.
What Can I Expect During My Free Consultation?
During your free consultation, we’ll meet at a location convenient for you—be it our office, your home, or another place. We’ll discuss the details of your case, assess its merits, and outline the next steps. There’s no obligation to hire us immediately; take the time you need to decide. The sooner we begin, the sooner we can work towards your recovery.
I Was Injured in an Accident and Need Medical Attention. How Do My Bills Get Paid?
In Utah, most car insurance policies include at least $3,000 in Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage, which helps pay for medical bills regardless of who was at fault. However, it’s common for medical expenses to go over that initial coverage.
If you have health insurance, you can submit the remaining bills through your provider. If you don’t, a Utah car accident lawyer at William Rawlings & Associates can help. We’ll contact your medical providers and arrange a medical lien, allowing you to continue receiving necessary care—from physical therapy to surgery—without upfront payment. Your providers agree to wait for payment until your case is settled, so you can focus on your recovery while we handle the legal and financial details.
What Types of Cases Does William Rawlings & Associates Handle?
We specialize in various personal injury cases, including:
- Car accidents
- Truck Accidents
- Rideshare Accidents
- Wrongful death
- Dog Bites
- Slip and Fall Accidents
- Bike accidents
- Bus Accidents
- Pedestrian Accidents
- Personal Injury
Our Utah personal injury attorneys handle cases ranging from minor injuries to catastrophic losses. Our attorneys manage your case from beginning to end. You can contact your attorney at any stage of the process, and they are always available to assist you. You will also have a team of attorneys supporting your case.
What Is the Process of Hiring an Accident Attorney in Utah from William Rawlings & Associates?
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Step 2: We Come to You
Our Utah personal injury attorneys will meet you wherever it’s most convenient—at the scene of the accident, your home, the hospital, or a nearby location. We make it easy so you can focus on recovery.
Step 3: We Handle Everything
From the moment we take your case, we handle it from start to finish. You will have constant communication with the attorney who handles your case throughout the process.
Step 4: You Get the Compensation You Deserve
You don’t pay us unless we win. With our ZERO Fee Guarantee, there are no upfront costs or out-of-pocket expenses. We cover all case-related costs and only get paid when we win or settle your case. Your compensation can help cover medical bills, lost wages, and other damages—so you can focus on healing, not financial stress.
Why Choose William Rawlings & Associates as Your Utah Injury Attorney?
With more than 100 years of combined experience and 24/7 availability, William Rawlings & Associates has become a trusted name in Utah personal injury law. We’ve handled tough cases, won big results, and recovered hundreds of millions for our clients. We have attorneys who are former insurance adjusters and insurance attorneys, so we understand how insurance companies operate—and we use that insight to get you the full compensation you deserve.
We offer a zero-fee guarantee, so you won’t pay anything unless we win your case. Our team has been recognized among Salt Lake City’s Top Personal Injury Lawyers, named Utah’s Legal Elite, and honored as Top Trial Attorneys.
When you’re looking for the right attorney, experience and trust matter. We offer free consultations, a client-first approach, and support that goes beyond legal advice. Nearly 50% of our new clients are referred by former clients, and we’re the firm other lawyers trust to represent their own family and friends.