Do
Your Need a Medical Malpractice Lawyer?
According
to the National Academy of Sciences, approximately 98,000 Americans die from "medical
mistakes" each year, and those statistics are based on only hospital cases.
This does not include deaths from missed diagnoses or medical negligence that
occurred in clinics, private doctors' offices, or other treatment facilities.
The negligence
in medical malpractice cases can occur in a variety of situations including but
not limited to: - There
may be "medical malpractice" by a delay or failure in diagnosing a disease;
or
- A surgical
or anesthesia related mishap during an operative procedure could constitute "medical
malpractice"; or
- Malpractice
may involve the physician's failure to gain the informed consent of the patient
for an operation or surgical procedure; or
- A
physician who has made the correct diagnosis, may thereafter commit malpractice
by failing to properly treat the disease process;
- Misuse
of Prescription Drugs or a Medical Device or Implant can also be medical malpractice.
What
do you do if you believe you have a Medical Malpractice Case? First,
be aware of the statute of limitations. You may have a valid claim, but if you
wait too long, the claim is lost even if it is valid. The general rule is that
the claim must be filed within two years after the malpractice, or two years after
you reasonably should have known there was malpractice. However, there are exceptions
to the rule. If you think you waited too long, contact a lawyer. Also see our
information relating to state stature (click on drop down menu). Do
not try to negotiate a deal yourself. Generally the negotiation is conducted through
the "insurance carrier" of the doctor or medical institution. This is
where it is absolutely important to have legal representation with an experienced
lawyer in this field. There is no charge for an initial evaluation of your case.
Medical malpractice
is quite different from personal injury cases such as car accidents. There are
specific rules and laws that apply, and special tactics and strategies are important. Medical
Malpractice Lawyer ResourceThe
Medical Malpractice Directory is designed to help you start the process. You will
find resources to help you find lawyers in your area. In addition, you can read
up on the latest laws, bills and resolutions in your state. Each state has different
laws and we provide specific information regarding: - Statutes
of Limitation
- Limits
on Damage Awards
- Malpractice
Attorney Fees
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