Compensation for delayed prostate cancer diagnosis claims typically ranges from $250,000 to over $1 million. However, it’s dependent on the severity of harm caused by the delay and specific circumstances of your case.
According to the American Cancer Society, early detection of prostate cancer leads to a 5-year survival rate of nearly 100% when caught in local or regional stages. However, this rate drops dramatically to 37% once the cancer spreads to distant parts of the body. This significant difference forms the foundation for calculating compensation in delayed diagnosis cases.
Patients harmed due to diagnostic lapses may hold negligent doctors liable (and be compensated) through a medical malpractice claim.
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Factors Affecting Compensation Amount
Diagnosed Cancer Stage
The progression of prostate cancer at the time of diagnosis is a critical determinant of compensation as it significantly impacts treatment outcomes:
- Early-stage diagnoses (Stages 1–2) often yield lower settlements; whereas
- Advanced cases (Stages 3–4) with metastasis to bones, lymph nodes, or other organs result in significantly higher awards due to reduced survival rates and irreversible harm.
Treatment Costs, Lost Wages & Reduced Quality of Life
With a delayed prostate cancer diagnosis, victims are subjected to more aggressive treatment options and medical financial burden that affects their livelihood. These are considered as economic and non-economic losses that a medical malpractice claim can address in determining a justifiable compensation.
Economic damages may typically include the following:
- Additional medical treatment costs necessitated by delayed diagnosis
- Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
- Ongoing care expenses
- Future medical treatments
- Rehabilitation costs
Whereas non-economic damages covers:
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of quality of life
- Loss of consortium
Potential Compensation for Delayed Prostate Cancer Diagnosis
According to the National Practitioner Data Bank, in 2023, medical malpractice cases in New York were settled at about $491,316 on average. A prostate cancer patient’s annual spending may reflect as follows:
| Medical Services | Oral Prescription | |
| Initial Care 1st year of diagnosis | $28,108.5 | $312.3 |
| Continuing Care every subsequent year | $2,602.6 annually | $312.3 annually |
| End-of-Life Care last year before demise | $74,227.3 | $5,829.9 |
However, based on our experience, cases involving cancer late diagnosis are compensated with much more. For actual compensation figures, please refer to our previous wins.
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Statute of Limitations
In New York State, medical malpractice claims must typically be filed within 2.5 years from the date of the alleged malpractice or from the end of continuous treatment by the party you plan to sue. This makes it crucial to consult with a medical malpractice attorney as soon as possible after discovering a delayed diagnosis.
Contact a Medical Malpractice Attorney Today
If you've experienced a delayed prostate cancer diagnosis, The Porter Law Group can help evaluate your case and pursue maximum compensation. Our experienced medical malpractice attorneys understand the complexities of these cases and will work diligently to protect your rights.
Contact us today at 833-PORTER9 or email info@porterlawteam.com for a free, no-obligation consultation. We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless we secure compensation for your case.
