Chicago — A tragic aftermath of cosmetic surgery has culminated in a substantial $66 million verdict against a plastic surgeon in Illinois. The civil jury in Cook County delivered the judgment following claims of medical malpractice that led to the death of Idalia Corcoles, a 39-year-old mother of four. The incident occurred in 2019 shortly after Corcoles underwent procedures for liposuction and an abdominoplasty, often referred to as a “tummy tuck.”
Legal representatives from Clifford Law Offices, representing the Corcoles family, reported that this verdict might represent the largest medical-malpractice award related to plastic surgery in the state’s history. The decision followed a weeklong trial presided over by Judge John Ehrlich at the Daley Center, focusing intensely on the medical care provided.
Idalia Corcoles, described by her family as a devoted wife and mother, tragically bled to death from complications post-surgery, which, according to the family’s attorneys, were due to the negligent care she received at Dr. Ayoub Sayeg’s clinic. The attorneys highlighted during the trial that Corcoles had been left unattended while suffering from internal bleeding for several hours, which eventually led to cardiac arrest and her untimely death.
During the trial, it emerged that Dr. Sayeg had not checked on Corcoles after the operation despite the critical post-operative phase. This neglect pointed to a grave lapse in the standard of care expected from medical professionals, especially in surgeries involving significant alterations and risks.
The legal team from Clifford Law Offices expressed that while the substantial financial award is a recognition of the profound loss suffered by the Corcoles family, it also serves as a stark reminder of the responsibilities healthcare providers must uphold. “This family should be preparing to celebrate the holidays. Instead, they face another Christmas missing a pivotal family figure,” remarked Craig Squillace, a partner at the law firm.
Bradley Cosgrove, another partner at the firm, stressed that the jury’s decision sends a potent message regarding professional accountability. The implications of the verdict not only challenge Dr. Sayeg’s professional conduct but also put into question his suitability to hold a medical license.
The outcome of this case shines a light on the potential risks associated with elective cosmetic surgeries and underscores the imperative for stringent oversight in the administration and follow-up care of such medical procedures. It also emphasizes the legal avenues families can pursue when confronted with medical negligence, providing a pathway to seek justice and accountability.
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