When you are feeling under the weather, most people first seek over the counter medicine to cure them, and if that does not work they tend to seek medical attention. You trust that when you seek medical attention that you will be provided the utmost care and that the proper procedures will be used. Though most of the time you are, unfortunately, this is not always the case. If you or a loved one suspect that you have been the victim of medical malpractice, it is imperative to contact an experienced Sacramento medical malpractice attorney to seek legal advice.

What is Medical Malpractice?

Medical malpractice in Sacramento, is when a healthcare provider omits or acts in way that deviates from the accepted standards of practice in the medical community that results in death or injury to the patient. It is essentially negligence by a healthcare professional. This negligence by a healthcare provider includes physicians, hospitals, or other providers of health that results in injury or death. Medical professionals are held to a higher standard than most people and are measured against other medical professionals with the same degree of knowledge, skill, and intelligence.

What are the Most Common Medical Malpractice Cases?

The most common cases of medical malpractice includes:

• Misdiagnosis
• Delayed treatment
• Surgical errors
• Prescription errors
• Anesthesia miscalculations
• Injuries to baby during childbirth
• Failure to acknowledge or act on a test results

California Section 340.5 of the Code of Civil Procedure states that all medical malpractice claims must be brought within three years of the date of injury or one year after you discover the injury, whichever comes first. Therefore, seeking legal advice as soon as you are aware of the medical negligence is of the utmost importance.

Need Legal Advice?

Medical malpractice cases are never easy; however, with the right legal advice medical malpractice cases can be easier. Nonetheless, it is important to note, that just because a patient is not happy with the outcome of their medical treatment does not automatically mean that the medical professional engaged in medical malpractice and that is why it is important to contact an experienced Sacramento medical malpractice attorney to consult about your case. Here, at Teal Law Group we will consult with you about your case and strategize about how to achieve the best possible outcomes for your case. Contact our office today to ensure that your rights are protected!