How Do I Know if a San Fernando Valley Doctor Has Committed Malpractice?
When a patient visits a doctor or other healthcare professional, a high level of trust is given to them by the patient. If the doctor makes a mistake, the consequences can be serious or even deadly, particularly since the patient most likely already has some type of health problem before visiting the doctor.
California medical malpractice can take a variety of forms. The negligence could occur at any point during a patient’s treatment – from discovery of the health problem, to diagnosis, to treatment, or during recovery. Some common medical errors include missing a diagnosis or making an incorrect diagnosis, errors in medication, surgical or hospital errors, birth injuries, and more. Additionally, a medical mistake may be committed by someone other than a doctor – a nurse, therapist, technician, or an aide.
Medical malpractice has occurred if a medical professional breaches their duty to a patient, and results in an injury. In deciding whether a doctor breached their duty to a patient, courts typically consider whether the doctor provided the same standard of care as other doctors in the medical community.
Medical malpractice cases in California can be incredibly complex. In many situations, it’s difficult to tell if malpractice occurred. If you believe you have been the victim of medical malpractice, contact the San Fernando Valley medical malpractice attorneys at the Mandell Law Firm. Our lawyers will work diligently to determine whether negligence occured and will fight to protect your rights. Call today for a free consultation at 818-886-6600 to learn more.
