Medical Malpractice

When illness or injury forces you to see a physician or go to the hospital, you can generally be assured that a medical professional’s years of experience and training will result in excellent treatment. But medical care providers are only human, and errors are always possible. Medical malpractice occurs when a negligent act or omission by a doctor or other medical professional results in damage or harm to a patient. Negligence by a medical professional can include an error in diagnosis, treatment, or illness management. If such negligence results in injury to a patient, a legal case for medical malpractice can arise against:

The doctor, if his or her actions deviated from generally accepted standards of practice
• The hospital for improper care including problems with medication and sanitation.

Medical malpractice laws are designed to protect patients’ rights to pursue compensation, by way of settlement or jury verdict, if they are injured as a result of negligence. However, malpractice suits are often complex and costly to win. It takes an expert malpractice lawyer to get the best result. Therefore, if you believe you have a medical malpractice claim, it is important to consult with Koonz, McKenney, Johnson, DePaolis & Lightfoot. As medical malpractice attorneys, we will discuss your case with you and help you determine your best options.

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