When you are harmed or injured due to a mistake made by a medical professional, it can be confusing. This person was supposed to help you — not hurt you. It can be difficult to figure out which professional was negligent. There were many people involved. Doctors, nurses, orderlies and nurse assistants all had a hand in your care.
An attorney who is experienced in this area of law can be a huge help at a time like this. He or she will be able to talk to the people involved and help you find out where the system failed you. These people and possibly the facility they represent need to be held accountable for their negligence or errors.
Was the mistake a wrong diagnosis? Was it a medication that you weren’t supposed to take? There are many questions that need answers and you will need a professional on your side to help you. The obligation to pay for your injuries is known as liability. Medical malpractice liability can come from a variety of areas that include misdiagnosis, lack of treatment or wrong medication.
When you are in the hospital, you have a general expectation of good and appropriate care. If your doctor deviated from the generally accepted standard of care, you may have a case that can be filed against him or her. It is a difficult thing to do to bring a suit against a health care professional who may have treated you and your family for many years. However, they must be held accountable.
Being injured due to medical malpractice is a tragedy that should never happen. Finding out your rights is a good first step. A good second step is contacting a legal representative who can help you get answers to your questions.
Source: FindLaw, “Medical malpractice liability,” accessed May. 25, 2015
