Medical Malpractice Attorney San Bernardino

Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider fails to provide proper and adequate care, resulting in harm or injury to a patient.

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Seeking Compensation

Medical malpractice cases are often very complex and require in-depth analysis of medical records, the assistance of medical experts, financial experts, and testimony from expert witnesses.

Types of medical malpractice cases

There are several types of medical malpractice cases. Some of the most common examples include:

Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis: When a healthcare provider fails to diagnose a condition or disease in a timely manner, patients may suffer severe harm or injury.
Surgical errors: A healthcare provider may commit an error during surgery, such as leaving a surgical tool inside a patient's body or operating on the wrong body part.
Medication errors: Healthcare providers may prescribe the wrong medication or the wrong dosage of a medication, leading to serious complications.
Birth injuries: Medical malpractice can occur during childbirth, causing injuries to the mother or infant.

How is a medical malpractice case proven?

To bring a medical malpractice case against a medical professional, the following elements must exist:

Duty: The healthcare provider had a duty of care to a patient.
Breach of duty: The healthcare provider breached that duty by failing to provide the accepted standard of care.
Causation: The healthcare provider's breach of duty caused the patient's injury or harm.
Damages: The patient suffered damages because of their injury or harm.

How can an attorney help you with your medical malpractice case?

Working with an experienced medical malpractice attorney can increase your chances of obtaining fair compensation and justice for the harm and injuries suffered due to medical negligence. An experienced medical malpractice attorney can help your case in several ways, including:

Evaluating your case

A medical malpractice attorney can review your case and determine whether you have a strong claim for medical malpractice.

Investigating your case

An attorney can gather evidence, review medical records, interview witnesses, and obtain expert opinions to build a strong case on your behalf.

Negotiating with insurance companies

Insurance companies often try to settle medical malpractice cases for less than they are worth. An attorney can negotiate with the insurance company to ensure you receive fair compensation for your injuries.

Representing you in court

If a settlement cannot be reached, an attorney can represent you in court and work to prove your case and obtain a favorable outcome.

Helping you navigate the legal system

Medical malpractice cases can be complex and require in-depth knowledge of the legal system. An attorney can guide you through the process and ensure that your rights are protected.

Why choose us?

At the Law Offices of Vincent S. Hughes, we believe in providing ethical and diligent representation to our clients who have suffered harm or injury due to medical malpractice. Our team of experienced attorneys has a proven track record of success in representing clients in medical malpractice cases. We pride ourselves on serving with integrity, being client-centered, responsive, diverse, inclusive, and collaborative.

Mr. Hughes has been recognized for excellence by various organizations, including SuperLawyers, The National Black Lawyers, Elite Lawyers, Lawyers of Distinction, and AVVO. We value ethical representation above all else and ensure that our clients receive competent and diligent representation, regardless of ethnicity or socioeconomic status. If you or a loved one has been a victim of medical malpractice, please get in touch with us today to schedule a consultation. When we take on a case, we work tirelessly to pursue full compensation and justice.