The Top Colon Cancer Lawyers Philadelphia

In fact, over the past four years alone, Ross Feller Casey has recovered $1 billion for its clients – a remarkable result that includes multimillion-dollar settlements in colon cancer-related lawsuits.

If you or someone you love was not diagnosed with colon cancer promptly, you should contact the experienced attorneys at Ross Feller Casey. The firm has a team of nationally recognized doctors on staff, uniquely positioning us to better represent all our clients in serious medical malpractice lawsuits.

Early Detection Of Colon Cancer Is Critical

One of the keys to the successful treatment of colon cancer is early detection. If a doctor doesn’t diagnose a patient with colon cancer early enough to provide proper treatment, the cancer may metastasize to other parts of the body with devastating results. Patients who believe a doctor did not detect colon cancer when they should have may be able to file a colon cancer lawsuit.

What Are The Symptoms Of Colorectal Cancer?

In the early stages, many individuals with colon cancer may not exhibit any symptoms. As the cancer progresses, the symptoms experienced often relate to the tumor's size and location within the large intestine.

Some of the common but critical symptoms of colon cancer include:

• Blood in the stool or rectal bleeding.
• Changes in bowel habits, like increased frequency of diarrhea or constipation.
• Persistent abdominal pain, including gas, cramps, or physical discomfort.
• Feeling like the bowel doesn't fully empty during a bowel movement.
• Experiencing weakness or fatigue.
• Unintentional weight loss.

If you observe any of these symptoms, it's important to consult a medical professional. They should recommend a cancer screening test, particularly if you are over 50. Colon cancer often doesn't cause early symptoms, and when symptoms do arise, they can differ based on the cancer's size and location.

Your doctor may suggest more frequent screenings depending on your risk factors. If your healthcare provider does not correctly diagnose your cancer or you have a delayed diagnosis, you may have grounds to seek compensation through a medical malpractice lawsuit.

What Are The Common Risk Factors Involved In Colon Cancer Litigation Cases?

According to the American Cancer Society, approximately 107,320 new cases of colon cancer are expected to be diagnosed in the United States in 2025. This includes about 54,510 cases in men and 52,810 in women, reflecting a nearly even distribution between the sexes. Some of the common risk factors doctors should be aware of include:

Family History of Colorectal Cancer - If a person has a parent, sibling, or child with colon cancer, they are two to three times more likely to develop the disease. The risk is even higher if more than one family member has had colon cancer or cancerous polyps. If your doctor knew you had a family history of colon cancer but did not provide proper diagnostic tests, you should consult an attorney, as you may have a medical malpractice case.

Older Age - Because the vast majority of individuals with colon cancer cases are older than 50, most doctors will screen for the disease in older patients. If your doctor did not consider your increased risk due to age, it could be a case of medical negligence.

Inflammatory Intestinal Conditions - Any patient with chronic inflammatory disease of the colon is at a higher risk for cancer in the same area. If you have irritable bowel syndrome, ulcerative colitis, and/or Crohn’s disease, your doctor should have known you had a higher risk for colon cancer. This is why screening should have been regularly performed to catch the disease early.

Diabetes, Obesity, Smoking. Several other factors can increase a person’s risk for colon cancer, from diabetes and insulin resistance to regular smoking. Likewise, people who are overweight are more likely to develop and potentially die from colon cancer.

Find An Experienced Medical Malpractice Attorney In Philadelphia, PA

Suppose you or your loved one suffered an injury because of a cancer misdiagnosis or delayed treatment by medical professionals. You should contact an experienced medical malpractice attorney for legal representation in that case. You may be entitled to compensation for your lost wages, medical expenses, and pain and suffering.

If a missed cancer diagnosis led to your loved one's death, you may be able to file a wrongful death claim. While compensation won't reverse the damages done, it can help ease the financial burden associated with battling advanced colon cancer.

When you need to file a colon cancer lawsuit regarding the diagnosis of colon cancer in yourself or a loved one, come to Ross Feller Casey. Our personal injury attorneys can help you understand the legal process and your options and will work with you on a contingency basis, meaning you will pay nothing until a financial recovery is awarded in your medical malpractice claim.

Contact Ross Feller Casey today for a free consultation with one of our cancer misdiagnosis lawyers.

Ross Feller Casey has personal injury attorneys who specialize in colon cancer lawsuits in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.