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Malpractice Litigation

Malpractice litigation can be a lengthy complex process. It requires the patient, or a legally designated representative, to show that the doctor had a duty to care, that the doctor did not fulfill that duty and the injury resulted.

A variety of ideas have been proposed to modify the rules of law governing malpractice claims and replace the jury and trial system with a new system that would reduce costs, expedite settlements, reduce excessively generous juries and screen out fraudulent medical claims.

Misdiagnosis

The misdiagnosis of a patient is among the most common types of medical malpractice. It happens millions of times every year and can result in devastating results, such as the need for surgery that is not needed and long hospital stays or unnecessarily invasive treatment. An incorrect diagnosis could result in death, in certain cases of serious injury or illness.

In order to prove malpractice, a doctor must have violated his obligation to the patient by failing to diagnose an injury or illness correctly. Most of the time, the failure of the physician to meet the standards of medical care is established by an expert's assessment. This could be an expert in medicine who has extensive knowledge of the type of disease in question. The expert has to prove that the doctor didn't add the disease to their differential diagnosis list by asking additional questions, making more observations or requesting additional tests as part of the diagnosis process.

A plaintiff must also prove that the injuries caused by the incorrect diagnosis were a direct result of the breach of duty. This usually means establishing actual damages, like past and future medical expenses and lost income, as well as suffering and pain, shortened life expectancy and other losses. Additionally, the plaintiff must file the suit within the statute of limitation, which is typically two or three years from the date of the harm.

The wrong procedure

It may be shocking to hear that surgeons make the wrong decision on patients around 20 times per week. These surgical errors can lead to unanticipated medical costs and additional discomfort for patients. An experienced medical malpractice lawyer could assist you in obtaining the reimbursement you need for your losses.

A successful malpractice lawsuit demands a strong claim of negligence on the part of the doctor in question. A claim of negligence that stems from a surgical error must show that the defendant's course actions was not in accordance with the standard of care that is expected to be offered by similarly trained doctors in similar circumstances. This can be done through expert testimony as well as a thorough review of medical records.

During the discovery phase, your attorney will exchange documents with the defense team that will be used in your case. These files could include medical and surgery documents, lab reports and evidence of your injury. The lawyer will also question witnesses to gather information for your case. During the witness interview you will be asked questions under oath by the opposing counsel. This is called a deposition.

Surgery that is performed at the wrong site is a relatively rare, but serious form of malpractice lawsuits. This kind of malpractice is usually caused by a doctor's inability to follow the surgical guidelines or the patient's medical records. In this instance it is possible to prove that negligence occurred. However, determining who should be held accountable is not always easy.

Wrong Drugs

Drug errors can cause injuries or worsening health conditions in over a half a million Americans every year. Doctors must exercise extreme caution when prescribing drugs, to ensure they are appropriate and safe for the patient. If you suffer serious injury because of a doctor's deviation from the standard medical procedure there could be negligence.

Sometimes, the error does not happen in the doctor's office however, but instead at the hospital. For example a nurse may misread a prescription and administer the wrong medication or dosage. A pharmacy may also make a mistake when filling a prescription with the wrong medication or using harmful ingredients.

Medication errors are the most prevalent kind of medical malpractice case that our firm handles. Our firm receives calls from clients who have been prescribed the wrong medication by their doctor which resulted in serious injuries or even death. Our attorneys will work to identify the place where the error occurred in the chain of command and determine who is responsible for your injuries. We will then help you assign a value to your damages, which will include medical expenses along with lost wages, pain and suffering 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 get the compensation you deserve.

Emergency Room Errors

Emergency rooms are high-stress, high-pressure settings that can be dangerous for patients. Doctors are under pressure to care for as many patients as they can. They must also run tests quickly, communicate among themselves, and read and write reports and provide high-quality patient care. However, these hectic environments can result in mistakes that could result in catastrophic consequences.

ER errors include everything from mistaken diagnosis of a patient, to premature discharge. The majority of ER errors are caused by the absence of medical history, a incorrect interpretation of test results or diagnosis or a failure to consult specialists. ER staff could make errors when communicating with each other and patients, for example, failing to inform patients of allergies, adverse health conditions, or giving incorrect instructions.

To have grounds for a lawsuit based on malpractice the plaintiff has to establish that the medical professional infringed on the standard care. The standard of care is defined as the amount of care that a reasonable medical professional could have provided in similar circumstances. The plaintiff has to prove that negligence led to their injury and damages. A successful plaintiff could recover compensation for future and past medical bills as well as physical suffering in addition to loss of wages, earning capacity and funeral expenses when appropriate.