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What are the common types of medical malpractice cases that lawyers handle?

Picture of Chris Battis By   ·  1 minute read

As a lawyer, I can advise that medical malpractice refers to situations wherein a medical professional fails to provide competent care to a patient, which results in harm, injury, or death. Some of the common types of medical malpractice claims that lawyers handle include:

  1. Misdiagnosis: When a doctor fails to diagnose a medical condition or provides an incorrect diagnosis, which results in the patient not receiving proper treatment, the patient may be able to sue for medical malpractice.
  2. Surgical errors: If a surgeon makes an error during an operation that results in harm to the patient, such as operating on the wrong body part or leaving a surgical instrument inside the patient, the patient can file a medical malpractice lawsuit.
  3. Prescription drug errors: When a medical professional prescribes the wrong medication or dosage or fails to notice adverse reactions to medications, which results in harm to the patient, a medical malpractice lawsuit may be filed.
  4. Birth injuries: If a medical professional fails to provide competent care during childbirth, which results in harm or injuries to the baby, such as cerebral palsy or Erb's palsy, the parents may be able to file a birth injury lawsuit.
  5. Anesthesia errors: When an anesthesiologist fails to provide the correct amount of anesthesia, fails to monitor the patient's vital signs, or fails to notice an allergic reaction, which results in harm or injury to the patient, a medical malpractice lawsuit may be filed.

It should be noted that each case is unique and will be evaluated on its own merits. In addition, there are strict time limits within which a medical malpractice lawsuit must be filed, so it is important to consult with an experienced medical malpractice attorney as soon as possible if you believe you have a case.

If you believe that you or a loved one has been a victim of medical malpractice, I recommend seeking the advice of an experienced medical malpractice attorney in your jurisdiction who can evaluate your case and provide guidance on how to proceed.