Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice is a serious and unfortunately common occurrence in our healthcare system. When medical professionals fail to provide the standard of care that is expected of them and a patient is harmed as a result, a medical malpractice claim may be pursued. The following types of medical malpractice fall under the jurisdiction of a malpractice lawyer:

1. Misdiagnosis or Delayed Diagnosis: When a healthcare professional fails to properly diagnose a condition or disease in a timely manner, resulting in harm or death to the patient, they may be held liable for medical malpractice.
2. Surgical Errors: Medical professionals are expected to provide a certain standard of care during surgeries, and when this standard of care is not met, it may lead to injury or death. Examples include performing surgery on the wrong patient or body part, leaving surgical instruments in the patient's body, performing unnecessary surgery, or failing to follow up on post-operative care.
3. Medication Errors: This can include prescribing the wrong medication or dosage, administering medication incorrectly, or failing to recognize a dangerous interaction between medications.
4. Birth Injuries: When medical professionals fail to properly monitor and respond to fetal distress during labor and delivery, serious birth injuries may occur to the baby and/or mother. Examples include cerebral palsy, Erb's palsy, and brain damage.
5. Anesthesia Errors: Anesthesia is a dangerous and complex medical procedure, and when errors are made, serious or fatal harm can occur. Errors may include administering too much or too little anesthesia, failing to properly monitor the patient's vital signs, or administering anesthesia to a patient with known allergies or contraindications.

It is important to note that medical malpractice cases can be complex and involve specialized legal and medical knowledge. It is important to consult with a malpractice lawyer if you believe you have been harmed as a result of medical negligence. Additionally, there may be limitations on the amount of damages that can be recovered in medical malpractice cases, as well as specific procedures for filing a claim in your jurisdiction. Therefore, it is important to consult with a licensed attorney who can provide you with specific legal advice based on the laws and legal precedents in your jurisdiction.