Comprehensive Legal Support From Maryland Medical Malpractice Lawyers

Patients must be able to trust their doctors and that their decisions are made in their best interest. That is why when a medical professional is negligent in their actions and/or in your care, we will help you get justice. At Fah Attorneys, we recognize that any injury that you or a loved one may have sustained from medical malpractice can have significant emotional and financial consequences. Thus, we will work hard to ensure that, as a victim of medical malpractice, you receive comprehensive legal guidance and representation. We will thoroughly examine your case to help you pursue the full extent of damages that you are entitled to. We work just as hard for those families who lose a loved one due to medical negligence. Especially when that individual was the primary source of income for the family. We are committed to working hard to ensure that your family receives justice and the financial security that they need during this difficult time. The following is a short list of incidents that qualify as medical malpractice. To see if your case qualifies, please call us or complete the online case evaluation form.

• Anesthesia errors
• Birth injuries (baby and/or mother)
• Delayed diagnoses, misdiagnosis and failure to diagnose
• Pharmaceutical errors
• Radiology errors
• Surgical errors
• Treatment that causes undue injury
• Treatment that makes the condition worse
• Treatment that causes unreasonable and unexpected complications

What Constitutes Medical Malpractice In Maryland?

Medical malpractice takes place when a health care provider does not meet the standard of care, resulting in harm to a patient. It’s important to differentiate between medical malpractice and a poor outcome. It is important to note that not every negative result is due to malpractice. 

For a case to qualify as medical malpractice, the following elements must be present: duty, breach, causation and damages. This means the provider owed a duty of care to the patient, breached that duty and caused harm and the patient suffered damages as a result.

The standards of care are guidelines that health care providers are expected to follow. These standards are evaluated based on what a competent provider would do under similar circumstances. 

In Maryland, expert testimony from medical professionals is often required to establish whether the standard of care was breached. Understanding these aspects can help patients determine if they have a valid medical malpractice claim.

The Lawsuit Process: From Intake To Resolution

Understanding the lawsuit process can help you navigate the steps involved in pursuing a medical malpractice claim. Here is a general outline of what to expect from intake to resolution:

• Case evaluation and record retrieval: The process begins with an evaluation of your case, where your attorney will gather and review all relevant medical records.
• Expert review and affidavit of merit: In many cases, an expert review is necessary to determine if there is a breach of duty. An affidavit of merit may be required to proceed with the lawsuit.
• Filing the complaint: Your attorney will file a formal complaint to initiate the legal process. Then, both parties exchange information and evidence related to the case in the discovery stage. Witnesses, including medical experts, provide sworn testimony, which is recorded for later use in court.
• Settlement negotiations and trial: Mediation may occur to try to reach a settlement. Negotiations can also happen at any point in the process. If a settlement is not reached, the case goes to trial, where a judge or jury will determine the outcome based on the evidence presented.

The timeline for a medical malpractice lawsuit can vary, often taking months to years. The duration depends on the complexity of the case and court schedules, among other factors.

Birth Injury

The birth of a new child is undoubtedly one of the most joyous moments in life. Such a moment should not have to be ruined by the sad news that a newborn baby has a birth injury. It leaves the parents heartbroken and desperate to do everything they can to help their precious child. As a parent, if you suspect that your child suffered an injury during the birthing process, it is imperative that you seek the help of an attorney who can help determine if negligence was a factor. When doctors and hospitals make mistakes that lead to injuries to your newborn children, you need attorneys who will stop at nothing to hold them responsible for their wrongdoing. Fah Attorneys will do that for you.

Brain And Spinal Cord Injury

Brain and spinal cord injuries are some of the most devastating to endure, due to the long-lasting and life-altering effects that typically ensue. When these injuries occur because of negligence from your physicians, they can be even more alarming. Therefore, it is important to work with the dedicated and hardworking attorneys of the Fah Attorneys to get the rectification you deserve.

Misdiagnosis

When you fall ill, it is important to find out the reason why, so you can get the health care you need to make you better. That is why we rely on medical professionals, who are trained to do just that. When these medical professionals fail to accurately diagnose a patient, the consequences can be very dire, including excessive and unnecessary expenses as well as more surgery and more time off work. Worse, your life may have been shortened. If you are a victim of a medical misdiagnosis, please contact Fah Attorneys and let us represent you in your ordeal.

Surgical Errors

Surgery is an invasive process that can be very taxing on the body. Patients, therefore, trust their medical professionals to make sure that all precautions and safety measures are taken to ensure their safety and to make sure that errors do not occur. If you suffer an injury because of a surgical mistake, our attorneys will be there to advocate for your interests and make sure that you get the compensation you deserve. Surgical mistakes can be the result of many causes such as miscommunication or not properly monitoring the patient. Whatever the case might be, it is evident that cases involving surgical errors can be very complex. You need lawyers who can accurately get all the facts and represent you in the best possible manner. Put your trust in Fah Attorneys.

Contact Our Medical Malpractice Lawyers And Understand Your Legal Options

Pursuing a medical malpractice lawsuit can be a complex and lengthy process. Fortunately, you don’t have to go through it alone. From the initial case evaluation to the potential trial, our knowledgeable medical malpractice lawyers in Maryland will advocate for you. Call our law firm at 301-960-5443 or set up an appointment through the website.