Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider’s actions—or lack thereof—fall below the accepted standard of care, resulting in injury or harm to the patient. This can happen in any medical setting, from hospitals and clinics to private practices and nursing homes. Medical malpractice cases are complex and require a thorough understanding of medical and legal principles. Our experienced lawyers are well-versed in these cases and have a proven track record of success.

Medical malpractice can take many forms, including:

• Misdiagnosis or Delayed Diagnosis: Failing to diagnose a condition correctly or promptly can lead to inappropriate treatment or a lack of necessary care, worsening the patient’s condition.
• Surgical Errors: Mistakes during surgery, such as operating on the wrong body part, leaving surgical instruments inside the patient, or causing unintended damage, can have life-threatening consequences.
• Medication Errors: Prescribing the wrong medication, incorrect dosage, or failing to consider a patient’s allergies can lead to severe harm or even death.
• Birth Injuries: Negligence during pregnancy, labor, or delivery can result in birth injuries to the baby or mother, including cerebral palsy, Erb’s palsy, or other life-altering conditions.
• Anesthesia Errors: Incorrect administration of anesthesia or failure to monitor the patient properly can lead to brain damage, injury, or death.
• Failure to Obtain Informed Consent: Healthcare providers must inform patients of the risks associated with a procedure or treatment. Failure to do so can result in a lack of informed consent, which is grounds for a malpractice claim.

Medical malpractice cases are often complex and require a detailed investigation to establish liability. At Sheikh Law, we work closely with medical experts to review your case, identify negligence, and build a solid legal strategy. To succeed in a medical malpractice claim, we must prove that:

1. A Doctor-Patient Relationship Existed: We must establish that the healthcare provider owed you a duty of care.
2. The Standard of Care Was Breached: We must demonstrate that the provider’s actions deviated from the accepted standard of care.
3. Injury or Harm Resulted: We must show that the breach of care directly caused your injury or harm.
4. Damages Were Suffered: We must provide evidence of your damages, such as medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more.