Common Types of Medical Malpractice Cases Seen by Attorneys

Medical malpractice is a wide-ranging legal field that covers missteps such as surgical error, misdiagnosis, and prescription mismanagement. If you’ve recently suffered a medical ordeal due to the negligent actions or inaction of your doctor, you may be able to file a malpractice claim.

What are some common types of medical malpractice that attorneys see? If your adverse health outcome falls under one of the categories described below, contact Rossman Law Group for a more in-depth legal consultation.

Misdiagnosis or Delayed Diagnosis

Many patients seek the advice of a doctor when they have symptoms they can’t explain. Physicians should listen intently to their patients, order the appropriate tests, and confirm their findings before making a diagnosis. However, some doctors miss crucial health problems due to inattention or incorrect assumptions about the patient. An incorrect diagnosis—or a correct one that comes too late—can have devastating effects on your health, especially if you’re prescribed the wrong medication.

Birth Injuries

Childbirth is a highly rewarding undertaking, and with advances in medical technology, it’s much safer than it used to be. However, the incorrect application of forceps or vacuum extractors in the delivery room can harm the new baby. If you recently delivered a child that was injured during the birthing process, contact an Idaho birth injury attorney and lay out the details of your case. Your obstetrician may have behaved negligently while delivering your baby.

Surgical Error

Invasive surgical procedures are often last resorts, as surgery adds layers of risk to your health. Some examples of malpractice in the operating room include but are not limited to:

• Incorrect administration of anesthesia
• Operating on the wrong body part
• Insufficient sterilization of surgical tools, which increases risk of infection
• Causing avoidable damage to nerves, tissues, or organs

If an infection or other complication has hampered your postsurgical recovery, somebody may have made a mistake in the operating room.

There are several common forms of medical malpractice seen by attorneys, but the examples outlined above have some of the most far-reaching consequences. If a medical professional has made a mistake or behaved negligently with your care, talk to an attorney at Rossman Law Group for advice tailored to your situation.