How Common Are Medical Malpractice Lawsuits?
With all the cases of medical malpractice that occur, there are only a few claims filed. Another report performed by Harvard, the “Harvard Medical Practice Study” [PDF], found that only one in eight patients that suffers due to medical malpractice ever files a lawsuit. The report concluded that medical malpractice is not accessible enough for the victims of medical malpractice, including things like birth injury. A New England Journal of Medicine article found that only 2% of people that are injured by medical malpractice seeks compensation through a lawsuit. We have been successful at representing and obtaining compensation for the victims of medical malpractice that is rightfully theirs. What Is Considered Medical Negligence? Medical Malpractice occurs when there is a deviation from the accepted standard of care in the community or locality where the doctor or hospital is located. An injury is considered medical malpractice, not because of unforeseen complications, but rather if the
