How to Prove Fault and Responsibility in Medical Malpractice

Reynolds and Reynolds Law Firm

Medical Malpractice Frisco, TXIn a medical malpractice suit, it is often difficult for a plaintiff to both determine and prove responsibility. Before you can begin to argue that malpractice occurred, you must be able to identify the individual(s) whose actions or lack thereof led to the patient injury. Depending on the circumstances surrounding your injury or incident, some individuals may be to blame. The following list identifies potentially at-fault parties, as well as the scenarios in which each one may be held responsible.

Medical professionals are the most commonly identified responsible parties. Physicians, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals are accountable if you can prove that they violated the applicable standards of care, and the violation or violations resulted in a patient’s injury or death.

Hospitals can be held responsible for a variety of situations. If the hospital fails to check the credentials of an employee, and that employee ends up violating care standards, the hospital bears part of the blame. Understaffing, under- or over-prescribing medications, disregard for the emergency status of a patient and refusal of services are also potential grounds for liability in a medical malpractice case. If you or a loved one are a victim of malpractice, be sure to consult with an attorney to discuss other circumstances that may leave the hospital responsible for an injury.

Pharmacies and their employees may be to blame in a medical malpractice suit if the victim is given medication without the proper warning stickers or without being asked whether or not they have questions about a particular medication. These acts are considered negligent and valid in the event of patient injury or death due to prescription medications.

External actors are the manufacturers of medications or medical devices. If a medical device itself harms the victim, they may choose to file a suit against the manufacturer of that product. In the same way, a lack of proper side effect warnings on a damaging medication is determined to be the fault of that drug’s manufacturer.

As always, legal cases and proceedings are heavily dependent upon each situation and the circumstances surrounding an incident. If you believe yourself or a loved one to be a victim of medical malpractice, consult with a trustworthy attorney to determine the best course of action for your case. The legal team at Reynolds & Reynolds Law Firm is here to help you navigate the complex legal system and necessary processes. For more information regarding our services, or to schedule a consultation, visit us online at https://rrlfirm.com/ or give us a call today 214-891-6606.

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