Medical negligence is an unfortunate and shocking reality of today. It could not only aggravate a medical condition but may also add another injury. In some cases, the injuries are so grave that the patient may be permanently disabled while in some, they could lead to death.
In others, medical treatment may be required for a long time to reverse the condition. Thus, in addition to mental agony and physical pain, there is also the burden of huge medical bills.
Filing a claim and seeking justice in case of medical malpractice is important to get compensation for your pain as well as to bring negligent parties to book. A medical malpractice case can be complex and you will need strong evidence to prove your case. A medical expert’s version can be crucial in getting the judgment in your favor. Malpractice lawyers can help you to get the right medical expert to testify for your case.
The role of medical experts in a medical malpractice claim
It is required by law that your medical malpractice case includes the testimony of a medical expert. They are crucial for your case because they understand medical terms, procedures and what should have been ideally done in your case.
Medical experts provide answers to the pertinent questions in a medical malpractice claim. One, whether the doctor followed the standard treatment to treat the patient and second, whether the patient’s injuries were due to the doctor’s negligence and failure to provide the best treatment.
They will state what would have been the normal treatment procedure. They will also compare it with the treatment that the victim was given and state their conclusion.
Thus without the opinion of a medical expert, you will not be able to prove your medical malpractice claim. Since medical malpractice cases can be complex, you will need the expertise of a medical malpractice lawyer.
They will also prepare the testimony of a medical expert beforehand so that you have a strong case while you appeal for the claim.
The testimony of a medical expert is helpful in both the cases, if your case goes to trial or if it is an out-of-court settlement. In case of the latter, an expert medical version for your case will let the insurance company know that your case is backed with strong medical evidence that proves beyond doubt that your injuries were indeed due to medical negligence.
The insurance company will know that they have to pay or else if the case goes to court, then they will end up paying more.
If you have been an unfortunate victim of medical malpractice, then you should contact a medical malpractice lawyer in PA so that you get to present a foolproof case.
The thing about medical negligence cases is that you can do so much to avoid it, but for your betterment, you have to trust the hospital, the healthcare providers and go see a doctor when you are not well. If there has been a death due to the negligence of your doctor, with the help of a wrongful death attorney, an expert medical opinion, and other evidence we will get you a claim that will also serve as a deterrent.
Contact us at The Law Offices of Alvin F de Levie or give us a call at 844-777-2529 for a free consultation and find out how we can help you piece the evidence together for your medical malpractice case.
Alvin F. de Levie is a 1973, Phi Beta Kappa graduate of the Pennsylvania State University and a 1976 graduate of the Villanova University School of Law. He is an expert in Pennsylvania Law revolving around medical malpractice and personal injury.
Mr. de Levie has consistently been voted by his peers to receive Martindale-Hubbell's "AV Preeminent" 5.0 out of 5.0 rating. An AV Preeminent rating is the highest possible rating in both legal ability and ethical standards.
