When you step into a hospital, you are trusting that a skilled team of medical physicians and staff are following standard health and safety protocols. As you prepare for surgery or await medical care in the emergency room, you assume that someone competent will be checking for any infections that could delay or interrupt the process. However, when there is a lapse in judgment, you need a medical malpractice lawyer you can trust to hold responsible parties accountable.
At Burnett Injury Group, we have experience handling cases of doctors in Annapolis failing to treat infections. No matter the cause of the initial infection, we will fight with you to repair the damage and prevent future harm.
Infections can occur almost anywhere, even in the hospital itself, but medical professionals must identify and treat them in a reasonable manner. For medical malpractice claims involving a provider’s failure to treat infection, you must prove the hospital and its physicians failed to uphold recognized standards of care which caused catastrophic injury. We know what is needed to prove a medical professional’s negligence, and we can help determine all potential avenues for compensation, including any expected future losses.
Damages in an infection malpractice case fall into two categories: economic and non-economic losses. Economic damages are measurable financial losses, including:
Non-economic damages compensate for the emotional effect of an injury, such as:
An experienced attorney knows how to maximize an overall award of compensation.
Maryland follows a strict doctrine of contributory negligence. Under this rule, you are barred from recovering damages if you contributed even slightly to the injury. Hospitals and their insurance companies have significant resources to pursue an aggressive defense against legal claims. If the hospital can prove that you ignored discharge instructions or did not take medications as ordered, your claim could be barred entirely. Working with a malpractice attorney is crucial to document the relevant evidence early on and build a strong case that counters the insurance company’s efforts.
In addition to causing physical pain and discomfort, a serious, untreated infection can deplete your resources and lead to significant time away from your routine and responsibilities. You have the right to seek compensation for all of your losses. Do not carry the financial burden of someone else’s mistakes.
By working with a lawyer who understands the failure to treat an infection in Annapolis, you gain a partner who will investigate your medical records, hire the necessary medical experts, and fight for the compensation you need to truly heal. Take control of your health and your rights by calling Burnett Injury Group today.