Lawyers Dedicated to Helping Victims of Medical Malpractice
When you or a loved one seeks medical care, you place trust in your healthcare providers. Unfortunately, medical errors occur even in the most skilled care facilities, with a doctor’s or other professional’s mistake resulting in severe injuries or even wrongful death. At Burnett Injury Group, our dedicated team of Maryland medical malpractice attorneys are committed to securing compensation for clients who have endured suffering as a result of healthcare professional’s negligence. Get unwavering support and trusted representation from a team that understands the physical, emotional, and financial toll of medical malpractice.
What is Medical Malpractice?
Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider fails to provide average, reasonable care resulting in harm to a patient. This can involve a variety of errors or omissions from misdiagnosis and surgical mistakes to medication errors and improper treatment.
Common Types of Medical Malpractice Cases
Some of the most common reasons to file a medical malpractice suit in Maryland include:
- Misdiagnosis and failure to diagnose
- Birth injuries
- Surgical errors
- Hospital malpractice and negligence
- Nursing home abuse and neglect
- Defective medical equipment
- Emergency room errors
- Pharmaceutical malpractice and prescription medication errors
- Failure to properly treat conditions
- Post-surgical infections and hospital-acquired infections
- Anesthesia errors
- Failure to inform patients of risks
How Can a Maryland Malpractice Lawyer Help You?
Get your case handled by trusted personal injury lawyers who are experienced with all aspects of medical malpractice lawsuits. Some ways our team can help you include:
- Conducting a thorough investigation to gather evidence
- Collecting medical records and expert testimony
- Negotiating with insurance companies
- Representing your in court if necessary
If you believe you have been a victim of medical malpractice, seeking legal counsel from a law firm dedicated to handling healthcare lawsuits can help you determine what the best step for you or your loved ones may be.
Our medical malpractice lawyers are committed to helping you obtain the justice and compensation you deserve. Contact Burnett Injury Group today at (443) 214-2600 or by completing our online contact form here for a free consultation.
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FAQs for Medical Malpractice
Find answers to common questions about injury law and the legal process.
If you have been a victim of medical malpractice, you may be entitled to recover damages for your medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, disability, and other losses. Our attorneys will fight to maximize your compensation and hold the responsible parties accountable.
In Maryland, generally the statute of limitations for medical malpractice cases is three years from the date of injury or death. Situations differ, however, so it is important to consult with an attorney as soon as possible to determine any applicable deadlines for your medical malpractice claim.
Given the complexities of medical malpractice law, victims find it valuable to have an attorney represent their interests. A personal injury law firm has the resources many victims need to effectively navigate the process, gather evidence, hire medical experts, negotiate with insurance companies, and connect you with resources that can help put you or your loved ones on a road to recovery.