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Atlanta Medical Malpractice Attorneys

Injured Due to a Negligent Doctor? Get Aggressive & Proven Legal Help Today

At Darwin F. Johnson, LLC, we understand the devastating impact medical malpractice can have on individuals and their families. If you or a loved one has suffered due to the negligence of a healthcare provider, you need an experienced Atlanta medical malpractice attorney on your side to fight for the justice and compensation you deserve. Our firm is dedicated to providing compassionate legal guidance and aggressive representation for clients throughout the area.

To schedule a free initial consultation, call (470) 285-8246 or complete our online contact form today.

What is Medical Malpractice?

Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare professional or institution fails to provide the standard of care expected in their field, resulting in harm or injury to a patient. This can include errors in diagnosis, treatment, aftercare, or health management. Patients trust medical professionals to deliver competent and ethical care, and when that trust is broken, the consequences can be life-altering.

Medical malpractice is not simply a bad outcome from a medical procedure or treatment. It specifically involves negligence or deviation from accepted medical standards. If you believe you have been a victim of medical malpractice, contacting an experienced Atlanta medical malpractice attorney is the first step in protecting your rights.

The Elements to Prove Medical Malpractice in Georgia

To succeed in a medical malpractice case in Georgia, several critical elements must be proven:

  1. Duty of Care: The healthcare provider had a legal duty to provide care to the patient. This typically involves an established doctor-patient relationship.
  2. Breach of Duty: The provider failed to meet the standard of care expected in their profession. This means their actions or inactions were not what a competent provider would have done under similar circumstances.
  3. Causation: The breach of duty directly caused the patient's injury or harm. It must be demonstrated that the injury would not have occurred without the provider's negligence.
  4. Damages: The patient suffered measurable damages as a result of the malpractice. This could include physical pain, emotional suffering, additional medical bills, or lost wages.

Navigating these legal elements requires a deep understanding of Georgia law and access to expert witnesses who can testify to the standard of care. At Darwin F. Johnson, LLC, we have the resources and expertise to build a strong case on your behalf.

Common Types of Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice can take many forms, including but not limited to:

  • Misdiagnosis or Delayed Diagnosis: Failure to diagnose a condition or diagnosing it too late can prevent patients from receiving timely and effective treatment.
  • Surgical Errors: Mistakes during surgery, such as operating on the wrong site, leaving surgical instruments inside the patient, or causing unnecessary damage to organs or tissues.
  • Medication Errors: Prescribing the wrong medication, incorrect dosage, or failing to recognize harmful drug interactions.
  • Birth Injuries: Negligence during pregnancy, labor, or delivery that results in injuries to the mother or child, such as cerebral palsy or Erb's palsy.
  • Anesthesia Errors: Administering too much or too little anesthesia, or failing to monitor the patient during a procedure.
  • Hospital Negligence: Inadequate staffing, unsanitary conditions, or failure to maintain proper protocols can lead to serious patient harm.

Who is Liable for Medical Malpractice?

Determining liability in a medical malpractice case is often complex, as multiple parties may share responsibility. Potentially liable parties include:

  • Doctors: Physicians who make diagnostic or treatment errors.
  • Surgeons: Surgeons who perform procedures negligently.
  • Nurses: Nurses who fail to monitor patients or follow proper protocols.
  • Hospitals: Healthcare facilities that allow unsafe conditions or hire unqualified staff.
  • Pharmacists: Pharmacists who fill prescriptions incorrectly or fail to catch dangerous drug interactions.
  • Specialists: Any medical professional who provides substandard care in their area of expertise.

Our team will thoroughly investigate your case to identify all liable parties and pursue maximum compensation on your behalf.

Contact us today at (470) 285-8246 to get experienced and knowledgeable legal representation on your side.

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