Syphilis can cause a host of other health problems when it not correctly diagnosed early on. While a misdiagnosis by itself does not necessarily mean there is a basis for medical malpractice, subsequent aggravation of a patient’s medical condition can give rise to a lawsuit. On the other hand, a medical malpractice case can also emerge from a diagnosis of syphilis when it is, in fact, not present. A patient’s health and personal life can be significantly impacted by such pronouncements.
If you feel that you have a valid malpractice case, a Los Angeles syphilis misdiagnosis lawyer from Pintas & Mullins Law Firm may be able to represent you. You may be entitled to compensation since you likely paid the price for the incorrect misdiagnosis.
A member of our team is standing by to discuss your case in a free, no-obligation consultation when you call the office at (800) 970-4884.
Several Factors Can Lead to Medical Misdiagnosis
Medical diagnostic errors can result in needless physical and emotional stress, increased medical costs, unnecessary treatments, or death. When a wrong diagnosis stems from a doctor’s deviation from the established medical standard of care, it can escalate into a medical malpractice case. Often, medical providers give faulty diagnoses because of the following reasons:
- Misinterpretation of test and lab results
- Failure to recommend suitable screening for diseases and illnesses
- Inadequate follow up with patients, referred specialists, and connected test results
- Failure to set aside enough time for patients when addressing symptoms
- Negligence in referring patients to specialists
It is also possible for a misdiagnosis to occur when a doctor receives inaccurate medical test results. Such instances may happen when a radiology center or a laboratory erroneously interprets a patient’s test.
If you believe that a doctor misdiagnosed you with syphilis, a Los Angeles syphilis misdiagnosis lawyer may be able to help you pursue compensation in a medical malpractice case.
How a Misdiagnosis of Syphilis Can Impact a Couple
When a doctor misdiagnoses that you have a sexually transmitted infection such as syphilis, not only do you have to undergo unnecessary treatment, but you may have to deal with its impact on your relationship with your partner or spouse. In other words, the ramifications of a syphilis misdiagnosis can extend beyond physical harm. Accusations and confrontations can rock the foundation of any relationship, even if the cause was only a mix-up of results at the lab.
Another possible scenario is when the partner or spouse of a person misdiagnosed with syphilis has to submit to unneeded medication and treatment. If that person experiences adverse side effects, it can be overwhelming to bear the burden of additional medical expenses and further treatment. Despite eventually finding out that there was an error with the diagnosis, it can be some time before the couple regains a sense of normalcy in their lives.
It can be confusing to think about your next steps after the trauma of a misdiagnosis. Seeking the help of a sympathetic Los Angeles syphilis misdiagnosis lawyer may allow you to concentrate on returning your life to normal while your lawyer handles your case on your behalf.
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You May Be Qualified to Pursue a Legal Remedy
Sometimes, even the most competent and experienced doctors can attribute the symptoms of one illness to another illness. Still, this does not mean that such mistakes are acceptable. Serious consequences can take place when a patient does not receive the necessary treatment, such as the worsening of the health condition and the emergence of life-threatening symptoms.
After a syphilis misdiagnosis, you may want to consider taking legal action for your injuries. Similar to other medical malpractice cases, syphilis misdiagnosis lawsuits follow specific steps when seeking to prove negligence.
Generally, you need to demonstrate that as a result of your doctor’s inaccurate diagnosis, your health condition worsened. This entails showing that your doctor breached the relevant medical standard of care expected from professionals in the same community and situation. Also, you have to establish the existence of a doctor-patient relationship.
In many cases, misdiagnosed patients sue only their primary physicians. However, it is also possible that other health professionals are liable for inducing harm to the patients. They can include laboratory technicians, nurses, and other specialists. Their negligence could result in improper handling of samples, failing to spot a vital detail in an X-ray, or misreading slides.
A Los Angeles syphilis misdiagnosis lawyer from Pintas & Mullins Law Firm can investigate your case and gather evidence of medical malpractice when we represent you.
Leave the Legal Details of Your Case to UsAt Pintas & Mullins Law Firm, we understand that sexually transmitted infections are sensitive issues that may be uncomfortable to discuss with other people. When a Los Angeles syphilis misdiagnosis lawyer from our firm represents you, you will be treated with professional respect by our discreet and caring legal team. You will be able to focus on your recovery while we take on the task of looking into the facts of your case.
Keep in mind that California law may restrict the amount of time you have to take legal action for your syphilis misdiagnosis. Per CCP § 340.5, California imposes a general one-year statute of limitations on medical malpractice lawsuits. The timer begins when the patient discovers their injuries, but can extend no later than three years after the misdiagnosis. If you wait longer than this to file a lawsuit, the courts may dismiss your case.
Call our office today at (800) 970-4884 to discuss your case and learn about your legal options in a free consultation. We work on a contingency-fee basis, meaning we only charge a fee for our legal services if and when you reach a verdict or settlement.
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