MEDICAL MALPRACTICE

Medical Malpractice Lawsuits

Medical Malpractice, which is also known as Medical Negligence, occurs when medical mistakes are made by trusted health care professionals. Medical malpractices can be things such as misdiagnosis, emergency room errors, medication mistakes, or treatment mistakes leading to a worsened condition.

Understanding Medical Malpractice

When thinking of medical malpractice, doctors and surgeons are usually what come to mind. But in reality, medical malpractice lawsuits can arise from anesthesiologists, emergency room employees, nurses, and pharmacists. Medical mistakes can involve hospitals, emergency rooms, urgent care centers, and even nursing homes, and can range from improper care, medication errors, and even sanitation issues.

Why Experienced Medical Malpractice Lawyers are Important

Medical malpractice law is complex. If you find yourself needing a lawyer in this field, it is important that you make sure you find someone who is experienced in this unique area of the law. Cook & Cossio and its associated firms have successfully handled many medical malpractice cases over the years and have the experience and expertise needed to evaluate your case and help you recover if you have a case. 

If you believe you or loved one was injured or killed as result of medical malpractice, please give us a call today and we will be happy to talk to you about the details of your case.

Do You Have a Medical Malpractice Claim?

If you've recently been treated by a healthcare professional and subsequently developed an unexpected illness or medical condition, medical malpractice may have been involved. Cook & Cossio can help you answer any questions regarding medical malpractice law.

Here are a few examples of common medical mistakes that are grounds for legal action:

• You were given the wrong drug dosage
• You were given the wrong medication
• A medical device, sponge, or other object was left inside you after a surgical procedure
• A surgeon operated on the incorrect part of the body
• A staph infection was developed after a surgery or hospital stay
• The incorrect diagnosis all together was give to you
• Serious complications occurred after receiving anesthesia

These scenarios may indicate medical malpractice, but it is important to note that the laws on medical malpractice claims can be complex, so having a professional medical law attorney can be the difference in having a successful case or not. If you think you may have claim for medical malpractice against a doctor, nurse, or hospital - give us a call today.