Medical
Malpractice
Medical malpractice occurs when a negligent omission
or an act by a doctor or other medical professional
results in damage or harm to a patient.
We rely on doctors and nurses to heal us. Most of
them do. Unfortunately, an incompetent medical health
professional can take a bad problem and make it much
worse. We are familiar with medical terminology, and
we know how to challenge those who would minimize health
care errors.
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.
|
Attorney Sonny Im
Attorney Rick Buchwalter
Law Office of Sonny Im
Tarpon Springs Law Office
Serving greater Tampa Bay
|
