Maryland Medical Malpractice Attoneys Baltimore

Medical malpractice is a legal concept that concerns the responsibilities of health care professionals to provide certain standards of care to patients. These professionals can include any physicians, obstetricians, nurses, therapists and other types of medical personnel. When health care providers fail to uphold reasonable standards of care for their given profession or medical area, or when they exhibit negligence while treating patients, they can be held liable for the damages patients suffer.

Medical malpractice can occur in nearly any type of clinical setting and for any type of treatment. Some of the most common examples of medical malpractice include:

Importance of Working with a Proven Maryland Personal Injury Lawyer

While medical malpractice claims may seem simple in theory, they pose a number of legal difficulties. Perhaps the largest barrier in litigating these cases is that all patients accept some inherent margins of risk when undergoing medical procedures or treatment. Although there has been incredible progress in medical science and technology, modern innovations have yet to prevent all potential for human error or to alleviate medical professionals from all liability. This means that, while risks are unavoidable, there are still departures from established standards of care, regulatory violations, many types of preventable injuries and damages, and many instances of medical negligence for which health care providers can, and must, be held accountable.

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Having represented the injured patients and families of Maryland formore than 50 years, our legal team understands the importnace of securing positive results. As we have also recoveredbillions of dollars in compensation for the clients we represent, you should feel empowered when you choose to work with proven Maryland medical malpractice attorneys who truly care.

If you or a loved one has been a victim of medical malpractice, schedule a free case consultation or call 800-475-3781 today.