Towson Medical Malpractice Lawyer

When you go to the doctor or check in to a hospital, it’s because something is wrong with your health that requires specialized care. Doctors, nurses and other healthcare providers are trained medical professionals with years of education and experience that should enable them to correctly diagnose your issue and treat it accordingly. Unfortunately, doctors and hospitals sometimes fall below the standard required of their profession, and real harm results.

Medical malpractice is a serious issue that can have devastating consequences for patients and their families. At Hardball Law, we understand the profound impact that medical negligence can have on your life. Whether you’ve been injured due to a surgical error, a misdiagnosis, medication mistakes or improper treatment, our Towson medical malpractice lawyer is here to help you seek justice and the compensation you deserve.

Common Types of Medical Malpractice

Healthcare providers are required under Maryland law to perform in accordance with the standards of practice among members of their profession with similar training and experience in the same or similar community. Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare professional deviates from that standard of care and thereby causes injury or harm to a patient. This can involve a wide range of situations, including:

• Surgical Errors: Mistakes made during surgery, such as operating on the wrong body part, leaving surgical instruments inside the body, or causing unnecessary injury to surrounding organs.
• Misdiagnosis or Delayed Diagnosis: Failure to correctly diagnose a condition or a significant delay in diagnosis that results in the progression of an illness or condition.
• Medication Errors: Prescribing the wrong medication, incorrect dosage, or failing to recognize harmful drug interactions.
• Birth Injuries: Negligence during childbirth, leading to injuries to the mother or child, such as cerebral palsy, Erb’s palsy, or other birth-related complications.
• Anesthesia Errors: Administering too much or too little anesthesia or failing to monitor the patient properly during surgery.
• Failure to Treat: Ignoring symptoms, not ordering necessary tests, or failing to provide appropriate treatment for a known condition.

The Impact of Medical Malpractice

The effects of medical malpractice can be life-altering. Victims may suffer from prolonged pain, require additional surgeries, or incur long-term disabilities. In some cases, medical malpractice can even result in death. The emotional and financial toll on victims and their families is often overwhelming, leading to a loss of income, mounting medical bills, and significant distress.

At Hardball Law, we recognize the gravity of these situations and are dedicated to providing compassionate and aggressive legal representation to those affected by medical malpractice. Our experienced team will thoroughly investigate your case, working with medical experts as required to establish the negligence that led to your injuries.

Pursuing a Medical Malpractice Claim in Maryland

Filing a medical malpractice claim in Maryland can be a complex process, requiring a deep understanding of both medical and legal standards. To succeed in a medical malpractice lawsuit, you must prove that:

1. A Doctor-Patient Relationship Existed: You were a patient under the care of the medical professional in question.
2. The Healthcare Provider Was Negligent: The provider failed to meet the accepted standard of care.
3. The Doctor or Hospital’s Negligence Caused the Injury: The injury was directly caused by the provider’s negligence.
4. The Injury Led to Damages: The injury resulted in significant harm, such as additional medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, or long-term disability.

A medical malpractice lawsuit must be submitted with a certificate of merit from a qualified medical expert who has reviewed the case and asserts that the provider in question violated the appropriate standard of care, and the injury complained of was caused by that malpractice. Maryland law includes several highly technical requirements regarding who is qualified as a medical expert for this purpose. Fighting over the expert’s qualifications can be a legal battle all its own at the very threshold of filing a medical malpractice complaint.

In Maryland, medical malpractice claims are also subject to specific time limitations, known as the statute of limitations. Generally, you have five years from the date of the injury or three years from the date the injury was discovered to file a claim, whichever is earlier. However, certain exceptions may apply that require providing notice much sooner, so it’s crucial to consult with an experienced attorney as soon as possible to protect your rights.

Choose Hardball Law for Your Towson Medical Malpractice Claim

At Hardball Law, we understand the challenges and complexities of medical malpractice cases. Our Towson-based legal team is committed to fighting for the rights of patients in Baltimore County who have been wronged by the medical professionals they trusted. We take pride in our client-centered approach, ensuring that you receive the personal attention and support you need throughout the legal process.

When you work with Hardball Law, you can expect effective advocacy from an attorney with extensive experience in handling medical malpractice cases and who is well-versed in the intricacies of Maryland’s medical and legal standards. We collaborate with leading medical experts to thoroughly investigate your case and build a strong argument on your behalf. Further, we are committed to holding negligent healthcare providers accountable and will fight tirelessly to secure the compensation you deserve. We understand the emotional and financial strain that medical malpractice can cause, and we are here to provide guidance and support every step of the way.

Contact Hardball Law Today

If you or a loved one has been a victim of medical malpractice in Towson or Baltimore County, don’t wait to seek the legal help you need. Call Hardball Law today at 410-494-7400 or contact us online for a free consultation. Our dedicated legal team is ready to listen to your story, assess your case, and help you pursue the justice and compensation you deserve.

At Hardball Law, we fight for the rights of the injured. Let us fight for you.