According to the Journal of the American Medical Association, over 98,000 people die each year from injuries resulting from some form of medical malpractice. Medical malpractice occurs when a medical professional does not adhere to the standard of care required of them and their negligence results in an injury to their patient.

The first step in beginning a medical malpractice lawsuit is determining whether or not medical malpractice is to blame for your injuries. Medical malpractice cases may include:

• Delay in Diagnosis: When a medical professional does not discover the cause of an ailment in a timely manner, and the delay leads to a catastrophic and deadly injury, the doctor could be held liable for malpractice.
• Failure to Diagnose: Some medical conditions are extremely difficult to diagnose. However, if a medical professional fails to diagnose a condition that another adequately trained, reasonable, and careful professional would have diagnosed, they could be held liable for malpractice.
• Failure to Warn of Known Medical Risks: Failure to inform a patient about all known medical risks can also be referred to as negligent nondisclosure. These types of claims require the patient to prove they would not have consented to the procedure if they were aware of all the risks involved.
• Improper Patient Treatment: All medical professionals are required to be current in their knowledge of the best practices and treatments in their field. They are also expected to act reasonably and carefully. A medical professional may be held liable if their ignorance or carelessness results in an injury to their patient.
• Medical Mistake: A poor outcome of a medical procedure is not always a medical malpractice. However, when a mistake is made during a procedure or if the wrong procedure is performed, the medical professional may be responsible for the resulting injuries.

Contact an Experienced Attorney

The Pintas & Mullins Law Firm understands how difficult it is for victims or families of victims who have suffered from medical malpractice. With over forty years of experience, we have extensive knowledge about all types of medical malpractice cases. Our attorneys work to ensure that you receive the best representation and the largest settlement possible. If you feel you have been injured as a result of medical negligence, contact an experienced injury attorney at the Pintas & Mullins Law Firm today. We will provide you with a free no-obligation consultation and explain your legal rights.

The Pintas & Mullins Law Firm is currently handling medical malpractice cases including but not limited to the following types. Please visit these links to learn more about each type of medical malpractice case:

Cancer Misdiagnosis

Cerebral Palsy

Erb's Palsy

Pharmacist Malpractice

Resource Links

Medical News Today-Medical Malpractice
Visit this link to read the latest news on medical malpractice and litigation.

Public Citizen-Medical Malpractice
Public Citizen is a non-profit consumer advocacy group. Visit this link to read their latest news about medical malpractice.