Medical malpractice is the result of a breach of duty by a medical provider or facility. This could take many forms, from staff members failing to follow set protocols to poor coordination among medical teams. It can also include misdiagnosis, delayed diagnosis or treatment, or failure to provide treatment altogether.
According to a 2016 study conducted by researchers at Johns Hopkins University, medical malpractice is actually the third leading cause of death in the U.S., affecting over 250,000 patients each year. However, because of CDC reporting criteria, it doesn’t even appear on the list of leading causes of death. This number doesn’t account for the many instances of medical malpractice that do not result in death.
If you’ve suffered from medical malpractice that leads to significant side effects, disability, or the death of a loved one, you deserve compensation that will cover your medical bills and related expenses or loss. A qualified and experienced medical malpractice lawyer can help you to seek justice and a fair settlement.
When the medical professionals and the hospitals you trust to provide proper care fail you, the experts at The Ruth Law Team are here to help. We understand the anger, betrayal, and frustration you feel, not to mention the stress of facing a rising tide of unanticipated medical costs. That’s why we’re here to take on the burden of fighting your legal battle.
When the negligence of others has caused pain and suffering, our dedicated team is driven to help you achieve justice. You never have to worry about paying upfront. We don’t get a dime unless and until we finalize your settlement. The last thing you need is more stress when you’re coping with injuries or the loss of a loved one due to medical malpractice. Let us do what we do best so that you can focus on recovery and get back to your life.
Medical malpractice isn’t easy to prove. With a seasoned medical malpractice attorney on your side, you have the best chance to fight for justice and secure the compensation necessary to cover medical bills, funeral expenses, or other costs. Call The Ruth Law Team today at (888) 783-8378 or contact us online to schedule a free consultation to learn more about the ways that we can help you to reach a fair settlement.
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Common Causes of Medical Malpractice
Because there are so many potential types of medical malpractice, it’s not always easy to tell when it has occurred. Some of the most common types of medical malpractice include:
- Misdiagnosis, delayed diagnosis, or failure to diagnose
- Delayed treatment or failure to treat
- Prescription medication errors (wrong medications or incorrect dosages)
- Anesthesia errors
- Surgical errors
- Unnecessary surgeries
- Birth injuries
- Procedural errors
- Failure to inform patient of risks
- and more
Another type of medical malpractice centers around a lack of informed consent. In this scenario, medical professionals fail to properly explain the potential risks of a procedure, so any consent given by a patient is not considered to be fully informed.
In some cases, medical malpractice can result in minor injuries, but it can also cause serious injuries that require long-term care or recovery, as well as permanent disability or death.
When this occurs, you need the expertise of the medical malpractice attorneys at The Ruth Law Team. We’ll guide and support you throughout the process of negotiating the maximum compensation in your case.
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Medical malpractice can leave you dealing with short-term or long-term consequences that impact your ability to work and live life to the fullest. It can also rob you of a loved one. Don’t wait to seek justice and the compensation that you deserve. The Ruth Law Team will do all that we can to secure a maximum settlement as quickly as possible so that you can focus on healing and moving forward.
