West Unity Medical Malpractice Lawyer

Instances of medical negligence occur every day in Ohio hospitals, medical offices, and nursing homes. In some cases, medical mistakes go unnoticed. However, in other cases, the mistakes result in serious and lifelong injuries to the patient.

If you have sustained injuries and damages as a result of a serious medical error or surgical mistake, you may be entitled to monetary compensation under Ohio law. An experienced West Unity medical malpractice lawyer will have the necessary medical knowledge and legal experience to properly evaluate your case and assist you every step of the way. To get started consult with a trusted injury attorney today.

Common Examples of Medical and Surgical Errors

When it comes to examples of medical negligence and medical errors, the list can be endless. Some of the most common types of medical errors that West Unity medical malpractice attorneys deal with include the following:

  • Surgical Error – where the surgeon was incompetent or lacked the necessary medical knowledge, training, or experience, resulting in a botched surgical procedure or other serious injury. Another common example of a surgical error is where a surgeon leaves an instrument or sponge inside the patient’s body following a procedure. Surgeon fatigue can also play a role in surgical errors.
  • Neglect – typically where hospital staff fails to sterilize surgical instruments or equipment, resulting in infection or other injury to the patient. Nursing home abuse also falls under this category.
  • Poor communication – typically poor communication between the attending physician and the hospital’s medical staff
  • Misdiagnosis – diagnosing a patient’s medical condition incorrectly, or, in some cases, failing to recognize a patient’s symptoms until it is too late
  • Failing to inform patients of potential surgical risks – thereby preventing a patient from making an informed decision about whether or not to go forward with a medical or surgical procedure
  • Performing unnecessary surgeries – including performing a surgery on the wrong body part or without the patient’s consent
  • Premature discharge – discharging a patient too early and without making the necessary observations (e.g., discharging a patient without first holding the patient overnight for observation)

Proving an Ohio Medical Malpractice Claim

In a medical malpractice case, surgeons are held to the standard of care of a reasonably prudent surgeon treating under the same or similar circumstances. An injured patient or their West Unity medical malpractice attorney must establish – through the testimony of a medical expert – that the surgeon breached this standard of care, proximately resulting in the plaintiff’s injuries and damages.

When a surgeon commits medical malpractice, the injured patient may be entitled to recover some or all of the following types of damages:

  • Payment of medical bills
  • Payment of lost wages
  • Compensation for past, present, and future pain and suffering
  • Payment for future corrective procedures or surgeries
  • Compensation for past, present, and future mental anguish and emotional distress
  • Compensation for loss of consortium, spousal support, or family support

Contact a West Unity Medical Malpractice Attorney Today

Medical mistakes can result in serious injuries, and in some cases, even death. Sometimes, even good doctors can make very serious mistakes when diagnosing and treating patients for their illnesses and injuries.

An experienced West Unity medical malpractice lawyer will have the medical and legal knowledge and experience to take on the insurance company. If a favorable settlement offer is not forthcoming, an experienced attorney may be able to litigate your case for you through the Ohio court system and can ensure that your lawsuit is filed on time. Contact our team today.

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