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Malpractice Litigation
Malpractice litigation is often a long and complex process. It requires the patient, or a legally appointed representative, to prove that the physician had a duty to care, that the doctor did not fulfill that duty and harm resulted.
A variety of ideas have been proposed to change the legal rules governing malpractice claims and replace the trial and jury system by a different system that will reduce costs, expedite settlements, end overly large juries and screen out fraudulent medical claims.
Incorrect diagnosis
Medical malpractice is often caused by misdiagnosis. It happens millions of times every year, resulting in devastating consequences, including unnecessary surgical procedures, prolonged hospital stays, or even aggressive treatment. In some cases a mistake in diagnosis can cause death.
In order to prove malpractice, a doctor must have violated his obligation to the patient by not diagnosing an illness or injury correctly. In most instances, proving that the doctor's failure to live up to the standard of care requires an expert opinion, for instance, from an expert in medicine who is knowledgeable about the type of illness involved in the case. The expert must also demonstrate that the doctor did not add the condition to their list of differential diagnoses by asking further questions, observing more or requesting further tests to aid in the diagnosis procedure.
A plaintiff must also demonstrate that the injuries caused by the incorrect diagnosis resulted directly from the breach of duty. This typically involves proving actual damages, like past and future medical expenses loss of income, suffering and pain, shortened life expectancy, and other losses. The plaintiff must also file the lawsuit within the statute of limitations that are typically two or three years after the harm occurred.
The wrong procedure
It's not a pleasant thing to learn that surgeons perform the wrong procedure on patients around 20 times per week. These surgical errors typically result in patients suffering unexpected medical expenses as well as pain and suffering. A skilled medical malpractice lawyer can help you pursue the compensation you need for your losses.
A successful malpractice case requires a strong argument that the physician is negligent. A malpractice claim stemming from a surgical error must demonstrate that the defendant's actions were different from the standard of care that would have been provided by physicians with similar training in similar circumstances. This can be accomplished through expert testimony or a thorough analysis of medical documents.
During the discovery phase where your attorney will exchange documents with the defense team that will be used in your case. The documents could include surgical and medical records, lab reports, as well as documentation of your injury. Your lawyer may also interview witnesses to gather information to support your case. During the interview with a witness, the attorney opposing you will ask you questions under an oath. This is known as a deposition.
Surgery performed on the wrong site is a rare but very serious type of malpractice. This kind of error is usually caused by a doctor's inability to adhere to the surgical recommendations or the patient's medical record. In this scenario, it is easy to prove the negligence. However, determining which surgeon should be held liable is not always straightforward.
Wrong Drugs
Drug errors can cause harm or worsening of health conditions in more than a half million Americans each year. Doctors must exercise extreme care when prescribing medicines, to ensure that they are safe and appropriate for the patient. If the doctor's actions are not in line with the medical standard of care and you suffer a severe injury as consequence, it could be considered malpractice law firm.
Sometimes the error does not occur at the doctor's office and instead occurs at the hospital. For instance, a nurse might mistakenly interpret a prescription, and then administer the wrong medication or dosage. A pharmacy may also be negligent by filling in the wrong medication or one with harmful ingredients.
Our firm handles the most common medical malpractice claims. We receive calls from clients who's doctors prescribed them the wrong medication, which caused them to suffer serious injuries, and even death. Our attorneys will work to determine where the error happened in the chain of command and determine who is accountable for your injuries. We will help you determine the value of your damages. This could include medical expenses, lost wages, and discomfort and pain that result from injuries that you sustained as a result of the medication mistake. The greater the severity of your injuries, then the greater your damages. You deserve adequate compensation. We can help you receive the settlement you deserve.
Emergency Room Errors
Emergency rooms are high-stress and high-pressure environments that pose a risk to patients. Doctors are often under a lot of pressure to attend to as many patients as they can and run tests as quickly as they can, communicate with each other and read or write reports while delivering high-quality medical attention to every patient. Unfortunately, these busy environments result in mistakes that could result in devastating consequences.
ER errors range from misdiagnosis of a patient to premature discharge. Most ER errors result from the absence of medical history, a misinterpretation or test results or a failure to consult specialists. ER staff can also make mistakes in communicating with one another or with the patient, such as not mentioning the patient's allergies, or any other health conditions, or not giving the correct instructions to nurses.
In order to be able for an action for malpractice, the plaintiff first has to demonstrate that the medical professional infringed on the standard of care. The standard of care is the amount of care that a reasonable medical professional with the same education and experience would have provided in similar circumstances. The plaintiff must prove that negligence led to their injury and subsequent damages. A successful plaintiff will be able to recover compensation for future or past medical bills including pain and suffering lost wages and earning potential and funeral costs, if applicable.
Malpractice litigation is often a long and complex process. It requires the patient, or a legally appointed representative, to prove that the physician had a duty to care, that the doctor did not fulfill that duty and harm resulted.
A variety of ideas have been proposed to change the legal rules governing malpractice claims and replace the trial and jury system by a different system that will reduce costs, expedite settlements, end overly large juries and screen out fraudulent medical claims.
Incorrect diagnosis
Medical malpractice is often caused by misdiagnosis. It happens millions of times every year, resulting in devastating consequences, including unnecessary surgical procedures, prolonged hospital stays, or even aggressive treatment. In some cases a mistake in diagnosis can cause death.
In order to prove malpractice, a doctor must have violated his obligation to the patient by not diagnosing an illness or injury correctly. In most instances, proving that the doctor's failure to live up to the standard of care requires an expert opinion, for instance, from an expert in medicine who is knowledgeable about the type of illness involved in the case. The expert must also demonstrate that the doctor did not add the condition to their list of differential diagnoses by asking further questions, observing more or requesting further tests to aid in the diagnosis procedure.
A plaintiff must also demonstrate that the injuries caused by the incorrect diagnosis resulted directly from the breach of duty. This typically involves proving actual damages, like past and future medical expenses loss of income, suffering and pain, shortened life expectancy, and other losses. The plaintiff must also file the lawsuit within the statute of limitations that are typically two or three years after the harm occurred.
The wrong procedure
It's not a pleasant thing to learn that surgeons perform the wrong procedure on patients around 20 times per week. These surgical errors typically result in patients suffering unexpected medical expenses as well as pain and suffering. A skilled medical malpractice lawyer can help you pursue the compensation you need for your losses.
A successful malpractice case requires a strong argument that the physician is negligent. A malpractice claim stemming from a surgical error must demonstrate that the defendant's actions were different from the standard of care that would have been provided by physicians with similar training in similar circumstances. This can be accomplished through expert testimony or a thorough analysis of medical documents.
During the discovery phase where your attorney will exchange documents with the defense team that will be used in your case. The documents could include surgical and medical records, lab reports, as well as documentation of your injury. Your lawyer may also interview witnesses to gather information to support your case. During the interview with a witness, the attorney opposing you will ask you questions under an oath. This is known as a deposition.
Surgery performed on the wrong site is a rare but very serious type of malpractice. This kind of error is usually caused by a doctor's inability to adhere to the surgical recommendations or the patient's medical record. In this scenario, it is easy to prove the negligence. However, determining which surgeon should be held liable is not always straightforward.
Wrong Drugs
Drug errors can cause harm or worsening of health conditions in more than a half million Americans each year. Doctors must exercise extreme care when prescribing medicines, to ensure that they are safe and appropriate for the patient. If the doctor's actions are not in line with the medical standard of care and you suffer a severe injury as consequence, it could be considered malpractice law firm.
Sometimes the error does not occur at the doctor's office and instead occurs at the hospital. For instance, a nurse might mistakenly interpret a prescription, and then administer the wrong medication or dosage. A pharmacy may also be negligent by filling in the wrong medication or one with harmful ingredients.
Our firm handles the most common medical malpractice claims. We receive calls from clients who's doctors prescribed them the wrong medication, which caused them to suffer serious injuries, and even death. Our attorneys will work to determine where the error happened in the chain of command and determine who is accountable for your injuries. We will help you determine the value of your damages. This could include medical expenses, lost wages, and discomfort and pain that result from injuries that you sustained as a result of the medication mistake. The greater the severity of your injuries, then the greater your damages. You deserve adequate compensation. We can help you receive the settlement you deserve.
Emergency Room Errors
Emergency rooms are high-stress and high-pressure environments that pose a risk to patients. Doctors are often under a lot of pressure to attend to as many patients as they can and run tests as quickly as they can, communicate with each other and read or write reports while delivering high-quality medical attention to every patient. Unfortunately, these busy environments result in mistakes that could result in devastating consequences.
ER errors range from misdiagnosis of a patient to premature discharge. Most ER errors result from the absence of medical history, a misinterpretation or test results or a failure to consult specialists. ER staff can also make mistakes in communicating with one another or with the patient, such as not mentioning the patient's allergies, or any other health conditions, or not giving the correct instructions to nurses.
In order to be able for an action for malpractice, the plaintiff first has to demonstrate that the medical professional infringed on the standard of care. The standard of care is the amount of care that a reasonable medical professional with the same education and experience would have provided in similar circumstances. The plaintiff must prove that negligence led to their injury and subsequent damages. A successful plaintiff will be able to recover compensation for future or past medical bills including pain and suffering lost wages and earning potential and funeral costs, if applicable.
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