What kind of cases do Malpractice lawyers typically handle?

Malpractice lawyers typically handle cases where a licensed professional, such as a doctor, lawyer, nurse, or financial adviser, has been accused of providing negligent or substandard care or advice to a client or patient, resulting in harm or injury. The harm or injury can be physical, emotional or financial. Malpractice cases may involve medical malpractice, legal malpractice, dental malpractice, or accounting malpractice, depending on the profession of the accused.

Medical malpractice cases involve instances where a physician or medical practitioner fails to provide appropriate care to a patient or provides care that is below the accepted standards in the medical industry. Examples of medical malpractice include misdiagnosis or failure to diagnose a condition, surgical errors, medication errors or improper treatment.

Legal malpractice cases involve instances where an attorney fails to provide adequate representation to a client or commits an error that results in harm to the client's case or interests. Examples of legal malpractice include failure to file a lawsuit within the statute of limitations, conflict of interest, or failure to follow instructions.

Dental malpractice cases involve instances where a dentist fails to provide appropriate care to a patient. Examples of dental malpractice include failure to diagnose or treat a dental condition, extraction or surgery errors, and errors in anesthesia administration.

Accounting malpractice cases involve instances where an accountant or financial adviser provides improper advice or services that result in financial loss to clients. Examples of accounting malpractice include misrepresenting financial statements, creating inaccurate financial statements or failing to provide appropriate advice to clients.

It is important to note that there may be time limitations and other legal requirements for filing a malpractice claim. It is advisable to seek the assistance of a qualified attorney with experience in malpractice cases to assess the specific circumstances of the case and determine the best course of action.