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.

Acts of medical negligence include actions that are taken but are not needed or actions that are needed but are not taken. Negligence only becomes a case for legal action when the client is injured due to the negligent act. There is a relevant standard of care that the negligent act is evaluated against.

Medical malpractice laws vary from state to state. Maryland law has statute of limitations in place for malpractice claims. Generally these deadlines are 1 to 3 years. It is important to speak to a medical attorney in Maryland to discover your legal rights and the specifics of a lawsuit in Maryland.

Medical malpractice may occur in a variety of situations. Some of these include:

*Mistakes related to medication

*Diagnostic errors

*Not providing the correct treatment for a diagnosis

*Sexual abuse or misconduct

*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

Malpractice laws in Maryland do not put limits on the damages that a victim can recover as the result of injury due to negligence. Damages can include:

*Loss of limb, organ or vision

*Enjoyment of life lost

*Severe pain

*Distress that is emotional

A victim may recover financial losses as well. These include:

*Wages lost

*Cost of medical treatment related to injury

*Costs related to life care

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: Mandy Mistravus on June 29th, 2009 | Filed under Legal



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