Doctor Cleared in Robert Weinberg Wrongful Death Trial
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Case Background
On May 11, 2018, Robert Joseph Weinberg died following a period of medical care received at The Stamford Hospital. Subsequently, in the summer of 2020, the co-executors of his estate, Harlan R. Weinberg and John K. Weinberg, filed a sweeping wrongful death action against multiple medical parties associated with Mr. Weinberg’s treatment. The Plaintiffs initiated the lawsuit in the Superior Court of Connecticut, Judicial District of Fairfield at Bridgeport, alleging medical malpractice and negligence against the hospital, its associated medical group, and several attending physicians and medical professionals.
Cause
The Plaintiffs accused the Defendants of causing Mr. Weinberg's death through multiple acts of alleged medical negligence. The lawsuit centered on claims that the medical team, including the physicians, hospital staff, and anesthesiology providers, failed to meet the accepted standard of care during Mr. Weinberg's treatment. These failures, the Plaintiffs contended, directly caused or substantially contributed to his death.
Injury
The core injury cited in the lawsuit was the wrongful death of Robert Joseph Weinberg. The Plaintiffs, acting on behalf of the deceased's estate, sought recovery for the total loss of life, including the pain and suffering Mr. Weinberg endured before his passing.
Dam
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