Things to Keep in Mind If You Believe You Have a Medical Malpractice Case
Unfortunately, medical malpractice occurs more frequently than you may have first thought. Because of this, it is important to be aware of what you need to do if you are ever a victim of it. The following outlines some of the things you should do if you believe you have a medical malpractice case.
Find A New Doctor
The first thing you should do is find a new doctor. Your health and medical care should be a priority and are far more important than anything else. If you believe that your doctor has made a mistake in diagnosis or treatment, it is important to find a doctor who can correct the mistake.
Your new doctor will be able to review your health records and follow-up with appropriate tests before they provide a diagnosis. Your doctor will then be able to begin treatment and help to fix any damage that has been caused by the medical mistake.
Request Your Medical Records
If you believe you have a medical malpractice case, it is important to obtain a copy of your medical records as soon as possible. You should request your records before you file a medical malpractice claim, to prevent your healthcare provider from attempting to falsify them.
Your healthcare records will contain all the information of your symptoms, any tests they carried out, and all medications that were prescribed. This information is valuable in proving that your doctor committed medical malpractice.
Hire an Attorney
Because medical malpractice cases are complex, it is recommended that you hire an attorney that is experienced in these types of cases. You should look for a personal injury attorney who has had successful medical malpractice cases previously.
Keep a Journal
As soon as you begin to think that you may be a victim of medical malpractice, you should start writing down notes about how you are feeling. You should describe:
- Symptoms that are a result of the medical mistakes
- How the error has impacted your life
- If you have taken time off work
- If you required treatment to correct any damage
Overall, your notes should contain everything that you had to endure as a direct result of your doctor providing a misdiagnosis and/or giving the wrong treatment. To find out more specifics that relate to your potential case, contact us here the Williams Litigation Group today.
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