Local Medical Malpractice Laws in Atlanta

Many of the medical malpractice laws in Atlanta, Georgia do not differ that much from state to state. The main differences usually deal with the statute of limitations or the amount of time you have to file a claim after discovering you are the victim of medical malpractice. The main difference is usually related to the amount of money a victim can collect. Many states have a cap as to the amount of money that can be collected.

Additionally, state laws can vary on the requirements needed for expert witnesses. In some states, the expert witness will need to be a specialist, while others allow for an expert witness to be a general practitioner.

In 2005, the Governor of Georgia signed SB3 into law. As part of this law, defendants are allowed to see more information regarding the patient’s health information. Apologies made by physicians in an act of kindness or remorse are no longer admitted to court as an admission of liability. Malpractice insurers are also required to report any judgment or settlement over $10,000. If a healthcare provider has two guilty verdicts, then the Georgia State Medical Board must be notified. Three guilty verdicts in a period of 10 years can lead to the revoking of the healthcare provider’s license or required additional education. Emergency room medical malpractice situations have a limited liability unless gross negligence can be proven. There were also some revisions to joint or multiple liability claims. There is now a $350,000 damage limit. There is also an aggregate limit of $1.05 million.

The only way to ensure your rights as the victim of medical malpractice is to consult with an experienced medical malpractice attorney. The attorney will be able to help you determine if you are the victim of medical malpractice. Your attorney will also have a good idea in how much you are entitled to in a settlement. Many medical malpractice lawyers will provide a free consultation.

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