Malpractice Law Firm Responsibility
For anyone who has experienced first-hand the effects of a medical procedure that has gone wrong – whether it be a serious injury or even death – it is only human nature to ask why. Unfortunately, medical providers cannot guarantee the success of treatment or surgical procedures. Bad outcomes can occur – sometimes without explanation. Many people assume that if something goes wrong, it is medical malpractice. This may or may not be true.
Medical malpractice occurs when a negligent act or omission by medical provider, such as a doctor or nurse, results in damage or harm to a person. Negligence occurs when a medical professional does not follow the standards of care for the profession and can include any errors committed in the diagnosis, treatment, or medical management of an illness.
Medical malpractice claims are not easily proven. Expert testimony is needed to establish standards of care and to prove that the medical provider did not follow those standards. In addition, the injuries must also be shown to have been caused by the medical provider’s failure to follow the standards of care. Determining whether or not to pursue a medical malpractice claim against a medical provider is an important decision – one we are frequently called upon to provide guidance.
Our Pittsburgh malpractice firm has reviewed thousands of cases for potential medical malpractice claims. Often we are required to give the bad news that not every case will meet the criteria for medical malpractice. That is difficult to hear for someone who has been injured or who has lost a loved one after seeking medical treatment. However, misleading someone about the merits of their case would not be in their best interest or in the interest of the legal system. It is a law firm’s responsibility to be direct and honest about the chances of the malpractice claim being upheld in court or via settlement.
We feel confident that the guidance we provide and the information our law firm provides regarding medical malpractice is sound. After 25 years of practice in Pittsburgh, our medical malpractice firm has established a proven screening process to identify potential claims. We conduct a detailed evaluation of each case, identifying potential legal and procedural challenges. We employ qualified physicians to help review medical records, to look at the standards of care used by other physicians, and to make a preliminary assessment on whether the medical provider deviated from those standards. We also have experts review documentation of any injuries to determine if damages can be pursued.
We are proud of our track record and our process. We do not win every case that we file – but every case we do take on is a legitimate claim. Using our screening process, each case we take is a meritorious one. We would never pursue a malpractice case that would result in injustice to the client or to the legal and medical community.
Contact our Pittsburgh medical malpractice firm if you have questions by calling 412-281-4200. After our extensive case evaluation, we can help you make an informed decision about whether to pursue a case.
