As patients, we rely on our doctors, nurses, surgeons and other medical providers for our care. Unfortunately, despite their experience, sometimes these medical professionals make mistakes. There are many ways that your medical care can go wrong. All of the phases from diagnosis to treatment can have some type of error. Every year thousands of patients are victims of medical malpractice and suffer serious injury, disability or even death as a result.
What is Medical Malpractice?
Medical malpractice is a form of negligence. Under New Hampshire law, medical malpractice is a negligent act by a medical professional that is contrary to the "accepted standard of care" in that particular medical specialty. A medical malpractice claim may arise if an injury is caused by the medical professional's failure to follow the accepted standard of care. New Hampshire laws require expert testimony on the accepted standard of care.
Choose an Experienced Medical Malpractice Lawyer
Deciding on the right medical malpractice lawyer means getting an experienced New Hampshire medical malpractice lawyer. Medical care professionals and hospitals are defended by insurance companies and experienced defense lawyers. We provide aggressive representation so the insurance company knows we will take the case to court to get the full and fair damages you are entitled to. Without an experienced medical malpractice lawyer on your side, the insurance company may not take your case seriously - that hurts you because you may not receive the compensation you deserve.
If you believe you or a loved one has been the victim of medical malpractice, please call our experienced New Hampshire medical malpractice lawyers at Douglas, Leonard & Garvey, P.C. at (603) 224-1988 or click here for an online questionnaire.
Medical Malpractice Resources:
WebMD
E Medicine
Center for Disease Control
Food and Drug Administration
National Library of Medicine
N.H. Board of Medicine
N.H. Medical Malpractice Statute
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