Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Atlanta
If you or a loved one has suffered due to the negligence of a medical professional, the medical malpractice lawyers at Schneider Injury Law are here to fight for justice on your behalf.
Atlanta Medical Malpractice Attorneys
FIGHTING FOR JUSTICE IN MEDICAL MALPRACTICE CASES INVOLVES WORKING WITH ATTORNEYS WITH SPECIALIZED MEDICAL KNOWLEDGE
Medical malpractice is negligence committed by a healthcare provider – a doctor, nurse, psychiatrist, or hospital worker – whose performance departs from the standard of care of those with similar training and experience, resulting in harm to a patient.
Our firm routinely handles medical malpractice cases, and we have had a number of successful settlements in our medical malpractice cases. We also have experience taking medical malpractice cases to trial. If you or a loved one has sustained a catastrophic injury or even died due to the negligence of a medical professional, schedule a free consultation by calling 404-800-3060.
What Is Medical Malpractice?
Medical malpractice is the failure of a physician or other medical professional to act as a reasonably careful physician would act under similar circumstances (i.e. the “standard of care”). Medical malpractice cases require an expert to support your contention of a violation of the standard of care. You also have to prove that the violation of the standard of care is what caused the injury or death in order to prevail on a medical malpractice claim. Some types of medical malpractice may be:
- Delay in diagnosis
- Missed diagnosis
- Surgical and/or anesthesia error
- Improper consent before a procedure
- Birth injury, including cerebral palsy and brain damage
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WE WILL INVESTIGATE CASES INVOLVING CATASTROPHIC INJURIES OR DEATH RESULTING FROM MEDICAL MALPRACTICE
WE WILL FIGHT FOR YOUR LOVED ONES
As your lawyers, we will work with medical experts to determine whether there was medical malpractice that caused you or your loved ones to suffer catastrophic injuries or death. While every case is unique and results can vary, our careful selection and thorough investigation of every case has certainly been an important factor in our success.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much can you sue for medical malpractice in Georgia?
In Georgia, you can sue for up to $350,000 for medical malpractice if one healthcare facility is at fault. If multiple facilities are involved, the amount you can sue for increases to $700,000. The exact amount depends on the severity of your injury.
How long do you have to file medical malpractice in Georgia?
In Georgia, you have two years from the date of your injury or a loved one’s death to file a medical malpractice lawsuit. This means you must file your lawsuit within two years of when the medical mistake happened.
What is the difference between negligence and malpractice?
The difference between negligence and malpractice is:
- Negligence: This happens when a healthcare professional accidentally causes harm during medical treatment without intending to do so.
- Malpractice: This occurs when a healthcare professional makes a mistake or decision while knowing it could potentially cause harm.
What are some examples of medical malpractice?
Some examples of medical malpractice include:
- Surgical Errors: Leaving surgical instruments inside a patient, operating on the wrong body part, or not following proper sterilization procedures.
- Misdiagnosis or Delayed Diagnosis: Failing to diagnose a serious condition like cancer, leading to a delay in treatment.
- Medication Errors: Prescribing the wrong medication, giving the incorrect dosage, or failing to check for harmful drug interactions.
- Anesthesia Errors: Administering too much or too little anesthesia, or not properly monitoring a patient during surgery.
- Birth Injuries: Failing to properly handle complications during childbirth, resulting in injury to the baby or mother.
- Failure to Treat: Not providing the necessary treatment for a diagnosed condition, or discharging a patient too soon.
- Lack of Informed Consent: Performing a procedure without the patient’s informed consent, meaning the patient was not fully aware of the risks involved.