Types of Medical Malpractice

Skilled Savannah Personal Injury Lawyers Aggressively Pursuing Claims Against Negligent Healthcare Providers

Medical malpractice occurs in many forms, often resulting in severe consequences for patients and their families. At Suthers & Harper, we are dedicated to helping individuals in Savannah and throughout Georgia who have suffered due to negligent healthcare. We have extensive experience handling all types of medical negligence cases and knows what it will take to connect your family with the compensation they deserve for what you’ve been put through. 

Types of Medical Negligence Cases We Handle

At Suthers & Harper, our dedicated medical malpractice attorneys bring unrivaled experience, dedicated and compassion to each case we handle. While we represent patients in all types of medical negligence claims, below are some of the most common types of cases we handle:

Misdiagnosis or Delayed Diagnosis

A misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis can prevent patients from receiving timely and effective treatment. In some cases, a condition may worsen to the point where treatment is no longer viable. For example, failing to diagnose cancer in its early stages could drastically reduce the patient’s chances of survival.

Doctors are expected to carefully evaluate symptoms, order appropriate tests, and interpret results accurately. When they fail to do so, the consequences can be life-changing. A Savannah medical malpractice lawyer can help determine if a diagnostic error led to your injury or worsened your condition.

Surgical Errors

Surgical procedures carry inherent risks, but preventable mistakes by surgeons or surgical staff can result in catastrophic outcomes. Examples of surgical errors include:

• Operating on the wrong site or patient
• Leaving surgical instruments inside the body
• Damaging surrounding organs or tissues

These errors can lead to infections, chronic pain, or even death. If you or a loved one experienced complications due to surgical negligence, you may have grounds for a medical malpractice claim.

Medication Errors

Medication errors can happen at any stage, from prescribing the wrong drug to administering the incorrect dosage. Common medication mistakes include:

• Prescribing a medication that conflicts with a patient’s existing condition or medications
• Mislabeling or dispensing the wrong drug
• Failing to account for allergies

Such errors can lead to severe side effects, overdose, or worsening medical conditions. A Savannah medical malpractice lawyer can investigate whether a healthcare provider’s negligence caused the error.

Birth Injuries

Negligence during labor and delivery can result in birth injuries that have long-term or permanent consequences for both the child and the mother. Examples of birth injuries include:

• Cerebral palsy caused by oxygen deprivation
• Erb’s palsy due to improper use of forceps or vacuum extractors
• Maternal injuries from delayed or mismanaged C-sections

At Suthers & Harper, we understand how devastating birth injuries can be and are committed to helping families seek justice.

Anesthesia Mistakes

Administering anesthesia requires precision and close monitoring. Mistakes by anesthesiologists or nurse anesthetists can lead to severe complications, such as:

• Brain damage caused by insufficient oxygen
• Nerve damage from improper needle placement
• Death due to incorrect dosage

Patients rely on medical professionals to administer anesthesia safely. When this trust is broken, the results can be catastrophic.

Emergency Room Malpractice

Emergency rooms are high-pressure environments, but that does not excuse negligent care. Common forms of emergency room malpractice include:

• Failing to diagnose life-threatening conditions, such as heart attacks or strokes
• Administering incorrect treatments
• Discharging patients prematurely

Mistakes in the emergency room can have fatal consequences. If you suspect malpractice in an ER setting, consult a Savannah medical malpractice lawyer to protect your rights.

Hospital Negligence

Hospitals themselves can be held accountable for negligence, which may involve:

• Employing underqualified or improperly trained staff
• Failing to maintain clean, safe facilities
• Neglecting to provide adequate staffing

When a hospital’s policies or practices contribute to a patient’s injury, the institution may share liability alongside individual providers.

Failure to Treat

Even when a condition is correctly diagnosed, failing to provide adequate treatment can result in harm. Examples include:

• Ignoring test results
• Prematurely discharging patients without proper follow-up care
• Failing to refer patients to specialists

This type of negligence can lead to avoidable complications and unnecessary suffering. A Savannah medical malpractice lawyer can help determine whether failure to treat played a role in your injury.

How a Savannah Medical Malpractice Lawyer Can Help

If you or a loved one has experienced harm due to any of these forms of medical malpractice, the attorneys at Suthers & Harper are here to help. We will thoroughly investigate your case, consult with medical experts, and fight to secure the compensation you deserve. Reach out now by calling 800-320-2384 to schedule your free consultation. You can also connect with us through our secure online contact form.