Caring And Experienced Kalamazoo Medical Malpractice Lawyers
When the medical care you receive only makes things worse, it may be medical malpractice. While not every negative medical outcome is the result of malpractice, it does happen. At Mabbitt Bhimani Law, we understand how upsetting it can be not to have the answers you need about what happened. We are here to help you get those answers.
We are dedicated to supporting people in Kalamazoo and surrounding areas of Michigan who are suffering due to medical malpractice. We are attorneys Anne Mabbitt and Sam Bhimani, and we are ready to advocate for your best interests with integrity and care.
The Importance Of Experienced Representation In Medical Malpractice Claims
When you believe you may have been affected by medical malpractice, it is crucial to have the guidance of a skilled and experienced lawyer. These cases often involve complex medical terminology and legal nuances that require professional interpretation and strategic handling.
In Kalamazoo, we will manage your case with attention to every detail. Our goal is to alleviate the stress of the legal process so you can focus on recovery.
Common Causes Of Medical Malpractice
Medical malpractice can occur in any situation where a health care professional fails to meet the accepted standard of medical care in their profession. Some of the most common examples include:
- Failure to diagnose: Missing a critical diagnosis that leads to further harm. This could be the result of a doctor’s or radiologist’s error.
- Misdiagnosis: Diagnosing a patient with a condition or illness they do not actually have. This often leads to unnecessary treatment in addition to a lost opportunity for appropriate treatment.
- Birth injuries: Negligent medical care during birth can sometimes cause cerebral palsy, Erb’s palsy and other types of paralysis injuries.
- Surgical errors: Preventable mistakes during surgery, such as operating on the wrong site. This could be the surgeon’s error or even hospital negligence.
- Medication errors: Incorrect medication or dosage that causes harm to the patient. This could be due to a doctor’s, nurse’s or pharmacist’s error.
- Defective medical devices: Using faulty equipment that leads to patient injury. This could lead to a claim against the device manufacturer, as well.
- Nursing medical malpractice: Nurse negligence leading to patient harm. Nursing negligence sometimes indicates a problem with clinic or hospital supervision, as well.
Medical malpractice can lead to severe outcomes, such as a worsening of your symptoms, additional pain, a worsening of your overall condition and even wrongful death.
How We Prove Medical Malpractice
When doctors, nurses or other health care professionals take on a patient’s case, they are required to uphold the generally accepted standard of care in their profession. They may be financially responsible if they fail to do so and their failure harms the patient.
Proving medical malpractice involves demonstrating that the health care provider deviated from the general standard of care expected in their profession and that deviation harmed a patient. Our approach includes:
- Gathering evidence: We compile medical records, expert opinions and other crucial documents.
- Establishing a breach of the standard of care: We work with medical experts to determine whether the care provided met accepted medical standards or whether there was medical negligence.
- Linking negligence to injury: We clearly show how the negligence caused the specific injuries.
- Documenting damages: We detail the full extent of the financial damages, including current and future medical costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
If your medical care took place in Kalamazoo, we want to hear your story and help you get the answers you need.
Kalamazoo Medical Malpractice Lawyers Ready To Advocate For Your Best Interests
If you believe you or a loved one has experienced medical malpractice, it is essential to have a committed and knowledgeable attorney by your side. At Mabbitt Bhimani Law, we are prepared to step in and help you through this difficult time.
Contact us today at 616-326-1111 or use our online form to schedule your free consultation. If you need a Kalamazoo medical malpractice lawyer, we can help you move forward with confidence and get the answers you need.