If you have suffered a loss due to medical malpractice, you can better understand your legal options with the help of a personal injury attorney.
Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider, such as a doctor, nurse, or hospital, deviates from the accepted standard of care, resulting in injury or harm to the patient. In New York and New Jersey, medical malpractice can have serious consequences for patients and their families. If you or a loved one has been the victim of medical malpractice, it’s important to understand your legal options.
Common Types of Medical Malpractice
Medical malpractice can take many forms, but some of the most common types of medical malpractice include:
Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis: When a healthcare provider fails to diagnose or delays the diagnosis of a medical condition, it can result in serious harm or even death.
Surgical errors: Surgical errors can include wrong-site surgery, leaving surgical instruments inside the patient, or operating on the wrong patient.
Medication errors: Medication errors can include prescribing the wrong medication or the wrong dosage, or failing to monitor a patient’s reaction to a medication.
Birth injuries: Birth injuries can occur when a healthcare provider fails to properly monitor or respond to complications during childbirth, resulting in harm to the baby or mother.
Legal Options for Victims of Medical Malpractice
If you or a loved one has been the victim of medical malpractice, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries and damages. In order to pursue a medical malpractice claim, you will need to establish that the healthcare provider deviated from the accepted standard of care, and that this deviation caused your injury or harm.
In New York and New Jersey, there are specific laws and procedures that govern medical malpractice claims. For example, in New York, you must file a notice of claim within 90 days of the alleged malpractice, and in New Jersey, you must provide a written statement to the healthcare provider before filing a lawsuit.
It’s important to work with an experienced personal injury lawyer who specializes in medical malpractice cases. A knowledgeable lawyer can help you understand your legal options, gather the necessary evidence to support your claim, and navigate the complex legal process.
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