What Qualifies as Medical Malpractice?
When we seek medical care, we place our trust in doctors, nurses, hospitals, and other healthcare professionals. Most provide excellent care. Unfortunately, serious mistakes do happen, and the consequences can be life-changing.
If you suffered an injury because a healthcare provider failed to diagnose a condition, made a surgical error, prescribed the wrong medication, or otherwise failed to provide appropriate medical care, you may have the right to pursue a medical malpractice claim.
Not every poor medical outcome is malpractice. Medicine is not an exact science, and complications can occur even when a doctor provides appropriate care.
However, when a healthcare provider fails to act with the level of care that a reasonably careful provider would have exercised under similar circumstances, and that failure causes injury, the law may provide a remedy.
Examples of medical malpractice include:
- Failure to diagnose or delayed diagnosis
- Surgical errors
- Medication or prescription mistakes
- Birth injuries
- Emergency room errors
- Anesthesia mistakes
- Failure to properly monitor a patient
- Misinterpretation of diagnostic imaging or laboratory results
Why Medical Malpractice Cases Are Different
Medical malpractice claims are among the most complex personal injury cases in Florida. They are also governed by strict deadlines and unique legal requirements.
Important medical records must be preserved, qualified medical experts often need to review the care that was provided, and the statute of limitations may limit the amount of time you have to pursue your claim.
If you believe a medical mistake caused your injuries, do not wait to seek legal advice.
How We Can Help
Medical malpractice cases require a thorough investigation. Our office works with qualified medical experts to evaluate potential claims, obtain and review medical records, and determine whether the evidence supports a malpractice action.
If we determine that negligence occurred, we will aggressively pursue compensation for your medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, future medical care, and other damages allowed by law.
When you call, you’ll speak directly with an experienced attorney who will personally review your situation, answer your questions, and explain your legal options.
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The right advice at the right time can make all the difference. Contact us today for a free consultation and learn how to protect your rights.