Under Ohio law, medical malpractice (or medical negligence, as it is sometimes called) is the failure of a health care provider to use ordinary skill, care, and diligence under the circumstances, which results in severe injury or death to the patient.  This is called the “standard of care.”  Said another way, doctors, nurses, and all other healthcare providers must act reasonably and appropriately in any given situation, and the failure to do so can result in liability if their negligence causes substantial harm to the patient.

Medical malpractice cases are more difficult to prove than cases of ordinary negligence, such as motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, etc.  There are several reasons for this.  First, proving that a doctor or nurse was negligent in the first place is usually more complicated than, for example, proving that someone ran a red light.  The “standard of care” under the circumstances is often debateable, whereas everyone agrees it is negligent to run a red light.

Second, medical negligence cases are expensive.  Expert witnesses must be retained to prove that the defendant was negligent, and that the negligence caused substantial harm to the patient.

Because these cases are expensive and difficult to prove, very few attorneys will handle them.  Therefore, it is especially important in medical malpractice cases that you consult with an experienced trial attorney who handles medical malpractice cases.  In my career, I have handled literally hundreds of medical malpractice cases, and I have represented both sides (patients, doctors, hospitals, etc.), which gives me an advantage knowing how both sides operate.

If you or a loved one have been injured as a result of medical negligence, please feel free to contact me to discuss your case.

Medical Malpractice Topics:

Medical Malpractice, Statute of Limitations

Medical Malpractice, Damages

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