Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider deviates from the accepted standard of care, causing injury or death. These cases are among the most complex in personal injury law, requiring attorneys with deep medical knowledge and significant resources to challenge hospitals and their insurers.

Signs You May Have a Medical Malpractice Case

Common indicators of medical malpractice include unexpected worsening of your condition after treatment, a different diagnosis from a second doctor, complications from a procedure whose risks were not explained, surgical errors such as wrong-site surgery, delayed diagnosis of a serious condition like cancer, and medication errors involving wrong drugs or dosages.

What Makes the Best Medical Malpractice Lawyers

Top medical malpractice attorneys have the financial resources to fund expensive litigation, relationships with top medical experts in relevant specialties, a deep understanding of medical terminology and procedures, experience navigating the Certificate of Merit requirements in Pennsylvania, and a willingness to take cases to trial when fair settlements are refused.

The Medical Malpractice Claims Process

In Pennsylvania, medical malpractice cases require a Certificate of Merit from a qualified medical expert before the lawsuit can proceed. This means your attorney must consult with specialists early in the process to confirm that malpractice occurred. The litigation process typically involves extensive discovery, multiple expert depositions, and potentially a multi-week trial.

Medical Malpractice Settlement Values

The value of medical malpractice cases depends on the severity of injury, the impact on quality of life, the cost of corrective treatment, and lost income. Cases involving birth injuries, surgical errors resulting in permanent harm, or failures to diagnose cancer often result in settlements or verdicts in the millions.

Our Medical Malpractice Experience

Cavaliere & Mangiaracina has recovered over $80 million for victims of medical negligence. Our attorneys work with leading medical experts to build comprehensive cases that demonstrate exactly how the standard of care was violated and the full extent of the harm caused. Contact us for a free case evaluation.

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