Medical
Malpractice
At
some hospitals, 18-36% of patients may suffer harm from a medical
mistake that causes injury or death.Injuries suffered at the hands
of those who provide medical care can be the most unexpected and
physically damaging. At Belsky, Weinberg & Horowitz, we regularly
represent clients suffering from injuries as a result of emergency
room negligence, surgical mistakes, newborn delivery complications,
failure to diagnose, and incorrect prescription medication. We
have experience with even the most complex medical malpractice
cases. We will go to work to see that the malpractice insurance
company properly compensates you.
If
you or your loved one sustained injuries or died as a result of
medical malpractice, call us immediately. We will meet with you
at your convenience for a free consultation to discuss your options.
When
illness or injury forces you to see a physician or go to the hospital,
you can generally be assured that the doctor's years of experience
and training will result in excellent treatment of your ailment.
But in truth, physicians are only human and as such, errors are
always possible. Medical malpractice occurs when a negligent act
or omission by a doctor or other medical professional results
in damage or harm to a patient.
Negligence
by a medical professional could include an error in a diagnosis,
treatment, or illness management. If such negligence results in
injury to a patient, a case could arise against the doctor if
his or her actions deviated from generally accepted standards
of practice; against the hospital for improper care, such as problems
with medications, sanitation or nursing care; or against local,
state or federal agencies that operate hospital facilities.
Medical
malpractice laws are designed to protect patients' rights to pursue
compensation if they are injured as the result of negligence.
However, malpractice suits
are often complex and costly to win. While theoretically, you
can seek compensation for any injury caused by negligence, regardless
of its seriousness, time and money make it unrealistic to sue
for an injury that is minor or resolves quickly. Therefore, if
you believe you have a medical malpractice claim, it is important
to consult with an attorney who can help you determine whether
your claim is worth pursuing.
