Medical Malpractice to as medical negligence,
medical malpractice occurs when a physician fails to properly treat
a medical condition, resulting in a new or aggravating injury to
the patient. Medical malpractice claims may arise when a physician
acts in a manner that would be considered unacceptable when compared
to how another physician with similar training might act.
Many people don’t realize that doctors aren’t
the only medical professionals whom patients can sue for malpractice.
In fact, most health care providers including chiropractors, therapists,
nurses, psychologists and dentists are subject to such legal action.
By the same token, an unanticipated or unsuccessful
result from medical treatment or surgery does not in itself mean
that you can bring a malpractice case.
Common examples of medical malpractice claims
include:
Failure to properly diagnose a disease or illness.
Failure to properly monitor patients.
Failure to properly treat the diagnosed disease.
Surgical errors including wrong-site surgery or
anesthesia errors.
Failure to fully inform the patient of the risks
of certain procedures and surgeries.
Misuse of prescription drugs.
Improper use of medical equipment or implants.
Of course, this is just a sampling of some of
the more common examples of medical malpractice claims. The array
of complications and problems that can arise as a result of medical
malpractice are far too complex and detailed to address each instance
in detail.
If you think you or a loved one has been the victim
of medical malpractice, it’s in your best interest to contact
an attorney who specializes in medical malpractice cases as quickly
as possible. In Texas and many other states, victims have up to
two years following discovery of an injury to file a claim. If
you wait too long before speaking to an attorney, the statute of
limitations may keep you from pursuing legal action.
On your initial visit, your attorney will review
your claims, along with your medical records and consult with a
medical expert to determine if yours is a case of medical malpractice.
Victims of medical
malpractice can
sue for the injuries incurred and all direct consequences of those
injuries including mental and physical pain and suffering, lost
wages, medical expenses, or other economic damages. If you or a
loved one has suffered due to Medical Malpractice or Medical
Mistakes, please Contact The
Rasansky Law Firm to learn about your rights and
legal options regarding your Medical Malpractice Claim.
