Medical Malpractice Lawyers
Seeking Justice for Victims of Negligence
When you trust a medical professional, you expect competent care. Unfortunately, negligence can lead to severe harm, leaving victims with lasting physical, emotional, and financial burdens. If you or a loved one has suffered due to medical malpractice, the Oliver Bell Group is here to fight for your rights. You need one of our experienced medical malpractice lawyers on your side.
What is Medical Malpractice?
Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider deviates from the standard of care, causing preventable harm. Common examples include misdiagnosis, surgical errors, medication mistakes, birth injuries, and failure to treat serious conditions. According to the National Library of Medicine, approximately 250,000 people die from medical errors in the United States each year. When these errors occur, you need a knowledgeable medical malpractice lawyer to help guide
your case.
Navigating Your Case
- Proving Negligence: We establish that a provider breached their duty of care.
- Recovering Compensation: Medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and loss of quality of life.
- Time-Sensitive Filing: courts impose strict deadlines on filing malpractice claims, making it crucial you contact one of our medical malpractice lawyers as soon as possible
Attention
If you were a patient of following doctors, you may be entitled to compensation:
FAQs
Can I Still Sue for Medical Malpractice If I Signed a Consent Form?
- Yes, signing a consent form does not waive your right to pursue a malpractice claim if negligence
occurred. Our medical malpractice lawyers can help assess whether the care you received met
professional standards, even if you consented to treatment.
Can I File a Lawsuit on Behalf of the Deceased?
- Yes, you can file on behalf of a deceased loved one. To learn more about who can file and how,
contact one of our experienced medical malpractice attorneys.
What Are the Four D’s of Medical Malpractice?
The four key elements that must be proven to win a medical malpractice lawsuit are:
- Duty: The healthcare provider had a duty to provide standard care.
- Deviation: The provider deviated from the accepted standard.
- Direct Causation: The breach directly caused the injury.
- Damages: The injury resulted in damages, such as pain or financial loss.
What are the 4 C’s of medical malpractice?
The 4 C’s often refer to:
- Compassion: Understanding the patient’s perspective and suffering.
- Communication: Clear and open dialogue between patient and provider.
- Competence: The provider’s ability to meet the standard of care.
- Confidentiality: Respecting patient privacy and data protection.
If you have more questions or need assistance, contact us for a free consultation with an experienced medical malpractice attorney.
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