Information on Maryland Medical Malpractice

by Mandy Mistravus

The state of Maryland defines medical malpractice as the act of negligence by a medical professional that results in injury to the patient. Doctors, nurses, technicians, dentists, psychotherapists, psychologists and counselors are all considered medical professionals. The negligence may take place in a hospital, clinic, nursing home or other nursing facility as well as any other medical facility.

An action taken that was not needed or the absence of an action that was needed both constitute negligence. Even though a negligent act has occurred, there can be no legal action unless the patient has been injured in the process. There is a standard of care to which the negligent act is measured.

The laws related to malpractice vary from state to state. In Maryland a statute of limitations is in place for medical malpractice claims. These legal deadlines are generally 1 to 3 years beginning at the time of the injury or when the injury is discovered. Talk with a Maryland malpractice attorney to learn about your legal rights and the specific laws in the state of Maryland.

There are different types of medical malpractice acts some include:

*Medication mistakes - wrong dosages, administering medication to wrong patient

*Diagnostic errors

*Incorrect treatment for the illness or injury

*Behavior that sexually abusive

*Treatment delays of a medical condition

*Failure to get informed consent before a medical procedure

*Surgical errors - leaving a medical instrument such as gauze or forceps inside a patient

There is no limit as to what the Maryland medical malpractice law limits for damages that can be recovered in medical malpractice cases. Some damages can include:

*Loss of organs, limb or vision

*Enjoyment of life lost

*Severe pain

*Distress that is emotional

The financial losses that can be recovered include:

*Loss of wages

*Medical expenses

*Life care costs

There are Maryland attorneys who are experienced in these complex and costly malpractice cases. It is important to find legal representation from an experienced attorney.

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Published by: Nick Peterson on June 30th, 2009 | Filed under Legal



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