Medical malpractice, simply stated is the negligence of a health care provider such as a doctor, hospital, or nurse in providing care to an individual. The resulting injury from such negligence can give rise to a medical malpractice claim. According to the National Academy of Sciences, approximately 98,000 Americans die from "medical mistakes" each year.

Just as there are many specialties in medicine, there are many ways for a doctor to commit malpractice. The following are just a few examples of ways in which doctors can commit malpractice:

• leaving a medical device implanted after surgery such as a sponge
• failing to deliver or treat a newborn baby in time resulting in a birth injury such as cerebral palsy.
• failing to diagnose cancer in time
• surgical error or mishap
• failing to diagnose a condition, with severe consequences.

At Mehta & Mann, we are very experienced in handling these matters to trial. These are complex cases that require a specialized knowledge of the laws that specifically relate to medical malpractice. At Mehta & Mann, our attorneys have written numerous articles and lectured to other lawyers on many of the issues involved in medical malpractice.

Due to the often severe effect of medical malpractice on the injured party, the attorneys at Mehta & Mann recognize that these cases require aggressive investigation and representation while also providing the emotional support and comfort necessary to overcome the turmoil of the doctor’s negligence.

If you or your loved ones have been injured by the negligence of a doctor or medical care facility we may be able to help you. Contact us now for a free case evaluation.

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