Medical malpractice refers to an act of negligence on the part of a medical practitioner that results in harm to a patient. An act of negligence can even refer to a medical professional’s failure to act when necessary. Medical malpractice is a serious problem in the United States, causing hundreds of thousands of Americans each year to suffer injury and, in some cases, death.

 

The Purpose of Medical Malpractice Laws

Medical malpractice laws exist to protect patients and provide them with legal recourse when they have suffered injury. Specifically, medical malpractice laws perform several functions:

 

• They allow the injured  to hold negligent parties legally accountable
  
• They allow injured parties to seek compensatory damages such as money for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering
  
• They serve as a deterrent to medical professionals

 

Each state has its own set of medical malpractice laws, so it’s important to talk to an attorney who handles malpractice cases if you think you have a claim.

 

What Types of Negligence Do Medical Malpractice Laws Cover?

Medical malpractice laws cover a wide range of negligent acts, including (but not limited to):

 

• Failure to diagnose a medical condition or illness (this may include misdiagnosis)
  
• Failure to treat a condition or illness in a timely manner
  
• Failure to give informed consent prior to a medical procedure
  
• Failure to respond appropriately to fetal distress

 

Medical malpractice laws also cover surgical and anesthesia errors, medication mistakes, lab mistakes, and various other errors that result in patient harm. Please note that if you have a claim, medical malpractice laws restrict the time you have to file. For this reason, it’s in your best interest to consult an experienced attorney as soon as possible.

 

The Importance of Finding an Experienced Attorney

The laws governing medical malpractice cases are extremely technical and complex, and cases are costly to litigate. A lawyer who specializes in medical malpractice will have the legal expertise and resources necessary to fully develop your case.

 

The attorneys at Burke & Eisner have a thorough knowledge and understanding of medical malpractice laws, having successfully handled cases for clients across the country since 1994. Medical malpractice is a primary focus at our firm and our attorneys:

 

• Have decades of combined experience handling medical malpractice cases
  
• Stay up-to-date on changes in medical malpractice laws
  
• Work with medical and legal experts across the U.S.
  
• Possess the financial resources to take a case to trial if necessary

 

At Burke & Eisner, our clients are our priority and we make sure each case gets the attention it needs and deserves for an optimal outcome.

 

Learn More about Medical Malpractice Laws

To learn more about the medical malpractice laws in your state, contact Burke & Eisner today. We’ll be glad to hear the circumstances of your claim and determine whether you have a viable case – free of charge.

 

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 See Also:

    * Medical Malpractice Lawsuit

    * Medical Negligence Compensation
 

 

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