When you put your trust into a doctor, nurse, or hospital staff, you have the right to expect a certain standard of care. If they fail to live up to their professional responsibilities and cause personal injuries to you, you may be entitled to compensation under the law. Here is a guide to answer your most pressing questions about medical negligence.

FAQs About Medical Malpractice

What types of injuries qualify as medical malpractice?

Any time a doctor or healthcare worker fails to deliver proper care, patients may have grounds for a medical malpractice case. Common examples of negligence include surgical errors, mistakes in medication, misdiagnoses, or failure to order standard tests and exams.

Can all misdiagnoses be considered medical malpractice?

Since medicine and health care is complex, not all misdiagnoses or even medical mistakes are grounds for a claim. However, if a doctor fails to notice signs that another doctor would’ve seen, you may be eligible for compensation.

What damages can I claim in a medical malpractice case?

Like other personal injury claims, you must provide evidence that the doctor’s malpractice resulted in additional missed work or medical expenses. You may also be able to seek compensation for your pain and suffering, trauma, and other non-monetary damages if you have proof that your mental state was affected by the doctor’s actions or inaction.

How do I prove medical malpractice?

Establishing liability in a medical malpractice claim is notoriously difficult, and typically requires the expertise of another doctor or healthcare professional. Personal injury attorneys have wide networks of resources and contacts to help you show that your damages were caused by the negligence of a doctor, nurse, or hospital staff.
 

If you believe you’ve been a victim of medical malpractice, the attorneys at The Johnson Law Firm are committed to providing the representation, care, and support you need. With over 50 years of experience fighting for the rights of victims in Fort Dodge, IA, they are experts in employment law, real estate law, personal injury law, and several other fields. Visit their website for more information on medical negligence, or call (515) 573-2181 to schedule a consultation.