Common Medical Mistakes That Lead to Malpractice

Medical mistakes are most common in specialized fields of medicine such as obstetrics, gynecology, orthopedics, neurology and emergency care. However, medical malpractice can occur in all medical settings from the hospital and doctor's office to the laboratory and pharmacy. In many cases, medical errors lead to very serious risks and complications to a patient. If you or a loved one has been injured or killed as a result of medical malpractice, please contact us for a FREE consultation with a caring and experienced medical malpractice attorney who can protect your legal rights and work to fight for your fair compensation.

Some of the most common forms of medical malpractice include:

  • Birth injuries, including brain injuries and cerebral palsy
  • Erb’s palsy
  • Orthopedic mistakes
  • Neurological mistakes
  • Misdiagnosis or failure to diagnose stroke
  • Misdiagnosis or failure to diagnose cancer, including breast cancer
  • Anesthesia errors
  • Prescription errors
  • Surgical mistakes
  • Laboratory mistakes
  • Patient injury at a hospital due to negligent nursing or inadequate staffing
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