Medical Malpractice
Medical malpractice happens when a doctor, hospital or other medical professional makes an error in diagnosis or treatment – and the patient suffers harm as a result. Examples of malpractice include:
- Misdiagnosis of symptoms
- Incorrect analysis or understanding of test or lab results
- Surgical errors
- Mistakes during labor and delivery
- Inadequate or incorrect anesthesia medications
- Giving the patient the wrong medication or an inappropriate dosage amount
- Failure to order necessary tests, such as lab work
- Communication breakdown between hospital staff that results in improper care
Proving a case of medical malpractice is rarely easy. Qualified medical witnesses are required to establish that the medical practitioner's conduct failed to meet accepted standards of care. Patients who were very ill may not be aware of all aspects of their medical care, so obtaining documentation of all procedures, reports and medicines is vital. Finally, a thorough understanding of Rhode Island comparative negligence law and its application to malpractice cases is essential.
The attorneys at Gemma Law Associates, Inc. have handled medical malpractice cases for many clients. We evaluate your circumstances to determine if malpractice was a factor, review reports with medical experts and provide experienced legal counsel for you and your family. Our experience in negotiating with insurance companies and hospitals, and our years of successful malpractice litigation enable us to prepare effective cases for our clients.
If you've suffered a serious personal injury due to medical malpractice, contact Gemma Law Associates, Inc. at 401-467-2300 or submit an online contact form. We've been helping clients in Rhode Island for more than 45 years – and we can help you.
