Maryland Medical Malpractice Lawyers
Frequently Asked Questions

If you or a loved one has been injured as the result of a doctors carelessness or negligence, you may be able to file a Maryland medical malpractice lawsuit against your physician or health care provider, holding him or her responsible for the injuries that they caused. Our medical malpractice attorneys are highly skilled and are dedicated to providing all clients with superior legal representation. Call us today to discuss your case with one of our experienced Maryland medical malpractice lawyers.

What is Medical Malpractice?
Medical malpractice is the term that is used when a medical specialist treats a patient negligently or with substandard care. This unethical behavior may put patients in danger of serious medical problems, some that may even be life threatening. Over 86,400 people filed medical malpractice claims in the United States in 2000. Legal action can be taken against any physician, surgeon, or other licensed healthcare worker whose negligence has resulted in serious injury or death.

What type of medical professional may commit Medical Malpractice?
Any licensed healthcare provider is capable of committing medical malpractice. This includes doctors, nurses, chiropractors, dentists, and hospitals. All medical specialists and professionals in the healthcare field have been trained to provide patients with the utmost level of care, and when they deviate from that standard, patients may suffer serious injuries.

What are some things that a doctor might do that would constitute Medical Malpractice?
There are a variety of problems that may occur as the result of a doctor's negligence or lack of proper training, including a delay in diagnosis of a disease or medical condition, anesthesia error, surgical error, medication error, birth injury, and the failure to obtain proper consent prior to performing a medical procedure.

What are some consequences of Medical Malpractice?
The consequences of a physician's negligence is likely to negatively change the life of the patient, resulting in extreme physical pain, as well as disfigurement, emotional duress, short or long term disabilities. Along with physical and emotional problems, a medical malpractice victim may undergo strain on familial relationships, loss of employment, and financial hardship.

What is informed consent?
The law states that physicians and other healthcare employees must obtain the patient's consent prior to conducting certain medical procedures. By signing the consent form, the patient acknowledges that he or she understands the procedure and allows their medical specialist to perform the procedure.

What is a surgical error?
It is becoming a common occurrence that we hear news stories about surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other nursing staff who perform surgical errors, such as leaving surgical instruments in the body, operating on the wrong part of the body, or improper use of anesthesia. These errors can cause severe pain and discomfort to the patient, as well as the possibility of disability, infection, and other serious health problems.

What is the statute of limitation for filing a Medical Malpractice lawsuit in Maryland?
The State of Maryland gives victims of medical malpractice five years to file a medical malpractice claim against the doctor, medical specialist, or hospital that is responsible for their injuries. In certain medical malpractice cases the statute of limitations may differ from the standard five years. If you have been injured as the result of a doctor's negligence, you should consult a Maryland medical malpractice lawyer and file a medical malpractice claim as soon as possible.

How many people are injured each year by medical errors?
Each year in the United States close to 100,000 people may die as a result of medical errors.

Why should I hire a Baltimore Medical Malpractice lawyer?
When a physician does not meet the standards of care that are necessary to provide adequate treatment and properly diagnose illnesses he or she may be acting in a negligent manner. If medical negligence or substandard care is provided by the physician, they must be held accountable for any negative effects that the patient may experience. By filing a medical malpractice lawsuit, patients who have suffered from medical malpractice will not only have a chance to hold the guilty party responsible for their actions; they may also be able to recover a substantial settlement.

Contact a Maryland Medical Negligence attorney at our law office today to discuss your medical malpractice case.