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malpractice lawyers litigation is often an extended and complex process. It requires the patient or a legally-appointed representative, to prove that the doctor had a duty to care, that the doctor breached that duty and that the injury resulted.

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Incorrect diagnosis

Medical malpractice is usually caused by misdiagnosis. It occurs millions of times every year, resulting in devastating results, including unnecessary surgical procedures, prolonged hospitalizations, or invasive treatment. An incorrect diagnosis could result in death in some cases that involve severe illness or injury.

To establish malpractice, the doctor must have breached his duty to the patient by failing to diagnose an illness or injury correctly. In most instances, proving a doctor's inability to adhere to the standards of care requires a specialized opinion, for instance, from an expert in medical practice with extensive knowledge about the kind of illness that is involved in the instance. The expert must also prove that the doctor failed to adequately add the disease to the list of differential diagnoses using methods such as asking more questions, making further observations or ordering additional tests as part of the diagnostic procedure.

A plaintiff also has to prove that the injuries resulting from an error in diagnosis are a direct result from the breach of duty. This usually means proving actual damages like past or future medical expenses, income loss or lost due to pain and discomfort shortened life span and other damages. The plaintiff must also file a lawsuit within the limitations period which usually are two or three years after the harm occurred.

The wrong procedure

It could be a shock to discover that surgeons perform the wrong procedure on a patient approximately 20 times per week. These surgical mistakes can lead to unanticipated medical expenses and more pain for patients. A medical malpractice lawyer can assist you in obtaining the compensation you are entitled to for your losses.

A successful malpractice case requires an enviable claim of negligence on the part of the physician in the case. A claim of negligence based on a surgical error must show that the defendant's course of actions was not in accordance with the standard of care that is expected to be provided by similarly trained physicians in similar circumstances. This can be done through expert testimony or a thorough analysis of medical records.

During the discovery process your attorney and defense team will share relevant documents to be used in your case. The documents could include surgical and medical documents, lab reports and documentation of your injury. The lawyer will interview witnesses in order to gather information on your case. During the interview with a witness, you will be questioned under oath by opposing counsel. This is referred to as a deposition.

The wrong-site procedure is a very rare, but serious type of malpractice. This type of malpractice usually is caused by a physician who fails to adhere to the surgical recommendations or a patient's medical history. In this case, it is easy to demonstrate the negligence. However, determining who should be held accountable isn't always easy.

Wrong Drugs

Drug errors cause injuries or worsening health issues in more than half a million Americans every year. Doctors must exercise extreme care when prescribing drugs to ensure that they are safe and suitable for the patient. If you sustain serious injuries because of the doctor's deviation from standard medical practice this could be considered negligent.

Sometimes, the error does not occur at the doctor's office and instead occurs at the hospital. For instance a nurse may mistakenly interpret a prescription, and then administer the wrong medication or dosage. A pharmacy may also make a mistake by filling out the wrong prescription or a medicine with harmful ingredients.

Our firm handles the most frequent medical malpractice cases. Our firm receives calls from clients who were prescribed the wrong medication by their physicians that resulted in severe injuries or even death. Our attorneys will determine who is responsible for the accident and where the error occurred in the chain of command. We will help you assign a value to your damages, which will include any medical expenses or malpractice lost wages as well as suffering and pain resulting from the injuries you sustained because of the medication error. The more severe your injuries, the greater the damages. You deserve adequate compensation. We can help you obtain the settlement you deserve.

Emergency Room Errors

Emergency rooms can be stressful and high-pressure environments. This can be dangerous for patients. Doctors are under pressure to care for as many patients as they can. They also must conduct tests quickly, interact with themselves and write and read reports, all while providing quality patient treatment. These hectic environments could lead to errors with catastrophic consequences.

ER errors can include anything from misdiagnosis to premature discharge of a patient. Most ER errors result from an absence of medical history, misinterpretation of test results or interpretation, and a failure to consult with specialists. ER staff may also make mistakes in communicating with each other and with patients, such as not communicating symptoms of allergies, health issues or other conditions or giving incorrect advice.

To have a basis for a malpractice lawsuit, the plaintiff must first establish that the medical professional violated the standard of care. The standard of care is defined as the amount of care a reasonable medical professional could have provided under similar circumstances. The plaintiff must show that the negligence is responsible for their injury and damages. A successful plaintiff can recover compensation for future or past medical bills including pain and suffering earnings potential and lost wages as well as funeral expenses in the event that they are applicable.