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Do I Have a Medical Malpractice Law Suit?
Feb 23, 2015 by Adler Markoff & Associates
In most cases, medical malpractice lawsuits are filed if a patient has been harmed or injured due to the negligence of a medical professional. If a doctor, nurse, technician, or hospital worker administered poor medical treatment or a mistaken diagnosis that resulted in injury or even death, you may be able to file a lawsuit and seek compensation for the damages sustained. However, proving that a medical worker was negligent or failed to provide proper care can be challenging, which is why it is important to retain the services of a knowledgeable medical malpractice lawyer.

Many people make the mistake of thinking that just because their doctor made an error while treating them, they are immediately eligible to file a medical malpractice suit. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. There are several factors that go into determining whether or not you have a medical malpractice lawsuit on your hands, some of which we will go over below.

Factors Determining a Medical Malpractice Suit
You may be able to file a medical malpractice lawsuit in the state of Oklahoma is the following took place:

A medical professional made a mistake AND you were harmed by that mistake
There was a breach of doctor-patient confidentiality that resulted in harm or injury
Your medical condition was misdiagnosed
You were administered the wrong medication or dosage of medication by a medical professional
You received poor medical care, resulting in injury or death
It is important to note that, in some cases, a quick, honest “apology” may actually present the opportunity for a settlement. Most insurance companies prefer to settle with the injured person directly, instead of involving the court system and a seasoned medical malpractice attorney. Because of this, it is imperative that you contact an Oklahoma medical malpractice lawyer right away if you believe you were the victim of medical negligence.

Steps to Filing a Medical Malpractice Suit
Before actually filing a claim, it is important to contact the doctor of medical professional who administered your care. This will give you the opportunity to gain an understanding of what may have gone wrong and allow your doctor to assess whether or not it is something that can be fixed. In many cases, the negligent medical professional is willing to perform services in an effort to provide a solution or correct the initial mistake. If you were not satisfied with the solution offered by your doctor, it may be a good idea to contact the licensing board in Oklahoma that governs medical licenses.

The board may be able to issue a warning or take disciplinary action against the practitioner while also providing you with guidance in regards to your next steps. At this point, it is suggested that you contact a medical malpractice attorney from AMA Law. We will be able to go over your particular case and determine whether or not you will be able to file a suit. To learn more about our medical malpractice services, please contact our Oklahoma law firm today.