Medical Malpractice in Atlanta, Georgia

What exactly is medical malpractice in Atlanta?

We all make mistakes, including doctors. We expect them to use their experience, expertise and knowledge to help someone who is sick or injured. So, how do you know if a mistake by a doctor is medical malpractice? By contacting The Cochran Firm Atlanta we can provide a free initial consultation to discuss your case and let you know if you have been injured due to medical malpractice.

Medical malpractice is the professional negligence either by an action or the failure to take action by a caregiver or health care provider (hospital, doctor, nurse, surgeon, etc.) that differs from the acceptable standards within state law, federal law, and the laws of the medical community. The results of the malpractice could result in further injury or even death. Health care providers are required to have professional liability insurance also known as malpractice insurance.

Any form of negligence by the caregiver can constitute medical malpractice. This could be as small as the failure to take a full medical history to accidentally giving a medication to the patient that causes an allergic reaction.

Unfortunately, the burden of proof will lie on the shoulders of the victim of the medical malpractice. This is not an easy task as two doctors can treat the same injury or illness differently even if they have similar backgrounds, training and expertise.

If you are able to prove that a caregiver’s actions resulted in harm to the patient you will then need to show the damages (physical, psychological, financial, etc.) that incurred as a result of the medical malpractice. This should include hospital bills, doctor bills, lost wages or other compensations.

In many states a panel of experts will review a medical malpractice claim to determine validity. This is to eliminate frivolous or unsubstantiated cases. If there a review panel did not exist, then the courts would be clogged with many needless claims that would waste taxpayer time and money. Also keep in mind that medical malpractice claims have a statue of limitations in which the claim must be made. In the event a personal injury victim is told that the case is not very strong it might be wise to get a second opinion or to find out what is needed to strengthen your case.

Sadly, a large number of medical malpractice cases go unclaimed due to the lack of proof or fear on the part of the injured party. In some wrongful death cases, the malpractice may never be detected due to the assumption the patient passed away due to the patient’s disease or injuries.

Only an experienced medical malpractice attorney can help you determine if you are the victim of medical malpractice.

Call The Cochran Firm of Atlanta today at 866.549.0562 for your free medical malpractice lawsuit consultation or send us an email using our quick contact form and we will respond promptly.

If you are facing a legal issue and need help, please contact us. There is no fee or obligation for the first consultation.