How to Tell If You Have a Medical Malpractice Case

If you've been injured due to a healthcare provider's error or negligence, you may be wondering whether you have a valid medical malpractice case.

While not every bad outcome from medical treatment constitutes malpractice, certain situations are red flags that you may have a case.

Signs You May Have a Medical Malpractice Case

Your injury resulted from a healthcare provider's mistake or negligence, not from the natural progression of your illness or condition.

A medical expert agrees that the healthcare provider's conduct fell below the standard of care.

The injury caused you significant damages, including medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, or permanent disability.

You have medical records documenting the provider's error or negligence.

The statute of limitations hasn't expired (typically one year from the date of discovery of the injury in Louisiana).

Common Types of Medical Malpractice

Some situations are more likely to result in successful medical malpractice claims than others.

These include:

• Surgical errors, such as operating on the wrong body part or leaving instruments inside the patient
• Anesthesia errors that result in serious injury or death
• Misdiagnosis of a serious condition like cancer
• Failure to diagnose a condition that leads to serious complications
• Medication errors that cause serious injury
• Failure to obtain informed consent before a procedure
• Negligent prenatal care or birth injuries

Why You Need an Attorney

Medical malpractice cases are complex and require expertise in both medicine and law.

If you believe you have a valid case, you need an experienced medical malpractice attorney who can:

• Evaluate your case objectively
• Obtain and review your medical records
• Consult with medical experts to determine if malpractice occurred
• Pursue your claim aggressively
• Negotiate a fair settlement or take your case to trial

Contact Irpino, Avin & Hawkins Today

If you believe you've been injured due to medical malpractice, contact Irpino, Avin & Hawkins for a free consultation.

Our experienced medical malpractice attorneys can evaluate your case and explain your legal options.

Call us today at 1-800-7500-LAW or 504-525-1500.