MEDICAL MALPRACTICE CLAIMS.

If you feel you are the victim of medical malpractice, or believe you have been harmed as the result of negligence on the part of a health care provider, contact our firm to speak with an attorney to discuss what legal options and rights you may have.

What is Medical Malpractice?

In seeking medical care, you place yourself in the hands of “experts” in their field.  We expect healthcare professionals to be skilled and competent in their particular areas of expertise. Unfortunately, this is not always the case.

A patient turns to a doctor, nurse, hospital or other health care professional because the provider can be reasonably expected to possess reasonable care, skill and learning, and to be familiar with the medical standards and protocols. They are also expected to exercise that skill in a reasonably competent manner. In return, health care providers agree to treat the patient carefully, without negligence. 

All health care providers are required by law to comply with the applicable standard of care when providing medical treatment. Failure to provide adequate medical care can be a breach of the contractual agreement between the health care provider and patient and may form the basis of a claim for medical malpractice.

Who Can Be Held Responsible for Medical Malpractice?

Health care providers who may be liable for a negligence claim include:

The following types of health professionals also fall under the medical malpractice laws:

Essentially, anyone involved in the providing of health care and licensed in some manner is considered a health care provider in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and the law of medical malpractice applies to him or her.

Medical Law, Practiced by Healthcare Professionals

At Chirolegal Resources, we understand the laws that apply to healthcare practices because we are healthcare professionals. We do not need to rely on outside sources. Our daily clinical and courtroom experience gives us a clear advantage when representing clients.

If you are uncertain about your possible medical malpractice claim, we can help you determine if it is a valid claim.  Call us toll-free at 1.774.330.0616 for a free initial consultation.