Arias Sanguinetti’s medical malpractice attorneys regularly obtain significant results for clients who have suffered negligent medical care. The firm has represented individuals who have sued hospitals, individual doctors, medical groups, pharmacies and more. These lawsuits include misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis, surgical errors, medication errors, birth injuries and other serious violations of the law.
The term “medical malpractice” can ignite fear in patients and medical professionals alike. Medical negligence can lead to severe, sometimes life-altering consequences for patients. Many times, negligence issues are so complex, it is nearly impossible for the average person to decipher the legality. Cases of gross negligence and/or misconduct can both lead to lawsuits and litigation.
Our firm’s recent medical negligence cases include lawsuits against BHC Alhambra. The firm has two active cases against the hospital, in which BHC Alhambra failed to protect patients from other patients who were known to be violent. In addition, the firm’s medical malpractice team handles the following types of matters for clients statewide:
Misdiagnosis or Delayed Diagnosis
Misdiagnosis remains a leading cause for medical malpractice lawsuits. When a physician either misdiagnoses a condition or fails to diagnose it in a timely manner, the patient can suffer from worsened health outcomes. The lost time between early detection and late discovery can be the difference between as life and death, especially in cases involving severe conditions like cancer. Lawsuits related to misdiagnosis often revolve around the argument that another competent physician would have diagnosed the patient appropriately under similar circumstances.
Surgical Errors
Despite the precision that surgeries require, errors still occur. These errors can range from operating on the wrong body part to leaving surgical instruments inside the patient. Some other common surgical errors include performing unnecessary surgery; damaging organs, nerves, or tissues during the procedure; and anesthesia-related mistakes. The repercussions of such errors can be severe, leading to further medical complications or even death.
Medication Errors
People depend on their healthcare providers to prescribe and administer the correct medications. However, medication errors, such as prescribing the wrong drug, incorrect dosage, or failure to identify potential drug interactions, can have detrimental effects on patients. These errors can occur at any point in the medication process, from prescription by the doctor, to dispensing by the pharmacist or administration by a nurse.
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Birth Injuries
The joy of a new life can quickly turn to despair if medical negligence occurs. Common birth injuries that lead to lawsuits include cerebral palsy, brachial plexus injuries, fractures, and brain injuries due to oxygen deprivation. These injuries might result from failure to monitor fetal distress, mistakes in using forceps or vacuum extraction, or failure to perform a timely cesarean section when needed.
Failure to Obtain Informed Consent
Before undergoing a medical procedure, patients have the right to be fully informed about the risks involved. If a physician fails to obtain the patient’s informed consent and the patient suffers harm as a result, the patient might have grounds for a lawsuit, even if the procedure was performed competently.
Who can Medical Malpractice Lawsuits Brought Against?
Medical malpractice lawsuits in California can be brought against various healthcare professionals and entities.
- Physicians: As primary caregivers, doctors bear the brunt of medical malpractice claims. From misdiagnosis to surgical errors, physicians are often at the frontline of these legal battles.
- Nurses: They play a critical role in patient care, and any negligence on their part, be it in administering medication or monitoring patients, can lead to lawsuits.
- Hospitals: These institutions can be held responsible for the actions of their employees, including both medical and non-medical staff.
- Pharmacists: Errors in dispensing medication can have fatal consequences, making pharmacists another common defendant in malpractice suits.
If you or someone you love has suffered any type of injury due to a medical professional’s negligence, contact Arias Sanguinetti today and let our team of experienced medical malpractice attorneys fight for you. Hiring an attorney with experience handling malpractice lawsuits is crucial for your recovery.
