Medical malpractice law deals with cases where healthcare professionals fail to provide the standard of care expected in their field, resulting in harm to patients.

 

Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider (such as a doctor, nurse, or hospital) breaches the duty of care owed to a patient, leading to injury or harm. This breach can result from negligence, incompetence, or failure to adhere to accepted medical standards. Common examples include misdiagnosis, surgical errors, improper treatment, and failure to obtain informed consent.

 

Expert testimony is often required to establish what constitutes acceptable practice in the relevant medical field. Melville Attorneys Inc. has built professional relationships with a panel of highly respected and experienced specialist medical practitioners to assist in the claims process.

 

The claim will typically be initiated in the High Court. The process involves filing a summons, gathering evidence and going to trial; however, with professionally and effectively prepared claims, many cases are settled out of court.

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We assess each prospective medical negligence case on its own merit and potential for success and will discuss our no-win, no-fee policy with each client.