St. Louis Medical Malpractice Attorneys

We often field questions about medical errors and malpractice. How negligent does a physician have to be? When is an adverse effect cause for a lawsuit?

Most medical procedures and pharmaceuticals have some risks attached. A doctor should fully warn you about these risks so you can make an informed decision regarding your care, but just because a patient suffers an adverse outcome does not mean there is a medical malpractice case. It is when this adverse outcome was unexpected and preventable that a doctor or hospital’s liability kicks in. In proving a medical malpractice case, we look to the 4 following points:

1. The caregiver had a “duty owed” to the patient—that is, there was a contractual doctor/patient agreement
2. The care provided did not meet the standard of what a reasonable professional would have done
3. A patient was injured by the failure to provide correct care
4. This injury caused damages (monetary and non-monetary losses) for the patient

A strong case will have evidence for every one of these points. As a patient or a family member, you may not have that evidence in hand, but our attorneys can investigate and help you collect it. We have access to medical professionals who can testify for patients to show how care was inadequate and how damages might have been prevented.

Types of Medical Malpractice

A patient who suffers from medical malpractice may know right away that something is wrong. Or, they might not realize they received flawed treatment until weeks or even months later. This all depends on what error a doctor made and what symptoms and damages a patient suffers.

Medical malpractice claims can cover issues such as:

• Wrong-site surgery
• Equipment misuse or failure
• Missed diagnosis
• Wrong diagnosis
• Improper or unfulfilled treatment plan
• Surgical errors and injuries
• Medication errors
• Adverse drug interactions
• Mistaken patient identities
• Falls
• Development of pressure ulcers

If you are unsure whether you might have a medical malpractice claim, reach out to our attorneys for support. We can evaluate your case and let you know your legal rights and options.

Experienced Litigators on Your Side

Bringing a malpractice claim against a medical group can seem intimidating, but if you or a loved one have been wronged, you deserve answers and justice. Our experienced lawyers are here to support you in making a claim.

Medical malpractice cases are highly technical. The defendants and their insurers will do everything they can to argue they were in the right, using professional examples and language. You need an equally technical team on your side. We have access to a depth of medical resources and work hard to prepare every argument and defense we can for the cases we litigate. In short, we are prepared to do what it takes to see your case through.

Dealing with hardships caused by medical malpractice can be costly and exhausting. You do not have to go through this alone. If you think you have been the victim of a doctor’s error, reach out to our experienced and caring team for help.

Our St. Louis medical malpractice team can provide the high quality, comprehensive legal support you need. Call us today at (314) 500-6000 to begin your claim.