Types of Malpractice Cases

As a lawyer, I handle various types of malpractice cases, including medical malpractice, legal malpractice, accounting malpractice, and engineering malpractice.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice refers to negligence by a healthcare professional or medical institution that causes harm to a patient. Examples of medical malpractice cases include surgical errors, misdiagnosis, prescription errors, and birth injuries. To establish medical malpractice, the plaintiff must prove that the healthcare provider breached the standard of care and that the breach caused the patient's injury or harm.

Legal Malpractice

Legal malpractice occurs when a lawyer breaches their duty of care to their client, resulting in harm or damages. Examples of legal malpractice include failing to file a claim within the statute of limitations, conflict of interest, and giving erroneous legal advice.To establish legal malpractice, the plaintiff must prove that the lawyer breached their duty of care, and that the breach caused the client harm.

Accounting Malpractice

Accounting malpractice occurs when an accountant breaches their duty of care, resulting in damages or harm to their clients. Common types of accounting malpractice include tax errors, fraudulent accounting, and incorrect financial statements. To establish accounting malpractice, the plaintiff must prove that the accountant breached their duty of care, and that the breach caused the client harm.

Engineering Malpractice

Engineering malpractice occurs when an engineer breaches their duty of care, resulting in damages or harm. Common types of engineering malpractice include defective construction, code violations, and improperly designed structures. To establish engineering malpractice, the plaintiff must prove that the engineer breached their duty of care, and that the breach caused the harm or damages.

It is important to note that each malpractice case is unique, and the burden of proof rests on the plaintiff. If you suspect that you are a victim of malpractice, contact a qualified attorney to evaluate the facts of your case and determine your legal rights and options.