Common Types of Medical Malpractice and How They Can Affect You
Medical malpractice happens when a healthcare provider’s negligence causes harm to a patient. From misdiagnosis and lack of informed consent to treatment failures and anesthesia errors, understanding common types of malpractice can help you recognize if you’ve been affected and what steps you can take.
Understanding Medical Malpractice: Key Steps to Proving Doctor Negligence
Proving medical malpractice isn’t always straightforward. From establishing a doctor’s duty of care to demonstrating how negligence directly caused harm, the process can be complex. Understanding key legal standards like the “but for” test, hospital liability, and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) can make the difference between a successful claim and a dismissed case.