Negligence/Premise Liability

MEDICAL MALPRACTICE

When a doctor, nurse, or other healthcare provider makes a mistake, the results can be devastating. Irreversible damage can occur from the most minor of healthcare decisions or medical procedures, and these consequences may or may not be immediately identified.

According to the US National Library of Medicine, medical malpractice is defined as “any act or omission by a physician during treatment of a patient that deviates from accepted norms of practice in the medical community and causes an injury to the patient.” Malpractice cases can allow monetary damages for things like pain and suffering and medical expenses. Attorneys work with victims and their families in pursuing claims both in and out of the courtroom to ensure that they receive the compensation they need to possibly recover from or treat their injuries.

STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS FOR MEDICAL MALPRACTICE IN GEORGIA

Generally, Georgia Code § 9-3-71 gives patients only two years from the date of injury or death to bring a lawsuit for medical malpractice. Given the unique complexities of each case, it’s best to consult with one of our experienced members of our legal team at Castan & Lecca for which time period applies to your situation.

COMMON INSTANCES OF MEDICAL MALPRACTICE

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Even though giving birth today is safer than in times past, serious short-term and long-term complications can occur if proper care is not given. Birth injuries can range from concerns that resolve within a few days to lifelong disabilities or conditions. When a healthcare provider fails to observe the basic standard of medical care, it can have dramatic consequences for you and your family.

Georgia law requires any party that practices medicine (which includes surgery) to use a reasonable degree of care and skill. It also requires that doctors implement techniques and treatments commonly used by others in the profession.

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Doctors undergo extensive education to guarantee they have the knowledge they need to care for their patients, and accurate determination of a patient’s needs is critical. If the wrong diagnosis is given, a patient may have costly expenses or painful side effects from unnecessary treatments.

Doctors should be thorough and precise in giving you the care you need. A hasty or negligent diagnosis could have lasting consequences or prove to be fatal, which is why you need an experienced attorney by your side to advocate for your rights.

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Too many people die each year as a result of not being properly cared for in a hospital. Hospitals are responsible for the safety and well-being of those entrusted to their care. In some instances, hospital staff might know about a mistake in patient care but will avoid reporting it out of fear of the consequences.

If you feel that your loved one has been inadequately cared for during a hospital stay, meet with an attorney as soon as possible to determine what help is available to you.

Wrongful Death

A remedy does not exist for the loss of a loved one. But when a patient dies due to negligence on the part of the doctor, justice must be administered to those responsible for your loved one’s treatment. Dealing with circumstances like this can be incredibly emotional and painful.

You will want someone to guide you in your time of loss and give you clear counsel for what comes next. Even though compensation can never replace a lost loved one, it can help lessen the burden of paying for the funeral and other expenses.

MEDICAL MALPRACTICE

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Wrongful Death

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MEDICAL MALPRACTICE

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Wrongful Death

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