The Most Common Types of Medical Malpractice in Pennsylvania

Not all medical treatment goes as planned. Poor medical care can have a detrimental effect on your health and leave you feeling betrayed and lacking trust in your health care provider.

At Bordas & Bordas, our attorneys help individuals and their families take action against those responsible for preventable medical injuries. Learning about the most common types of medical malpractice in Pennsylvania could help you determine if your experience qualifies as medical malpractice.

How Does the Law Define Medical Malpractice?

Medical malpractice occurs when a doctor or health care facility fails to provide care that meets accepted medical standards. These standards are based on what another reasonably skilled provider would have done in a similar situation. A medical provider or hospital that does not meet this standard of care, causing someone to suffer a preventable injury or die as a result, may be considered negligent.

Under 42 Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 5524, most people have two years from the date they discover their injury to file a lawsuit. Additionally, Pa. R.C.P. No. 1042.3 requires a Certificate of Merit from another licensed medical professional that confirms the care you received likely violated the standard of care.

What Types of Medical Malpractice are Most Common?

Medical malpractice can occur in any medical setting, but some types are more common than others in Pennsylvania. These can include:

• Incorrect or late diagnoses
• Surgical mistakes, including wrong-site surgeries, operating on the wrong patient, or leaving instruments inside the body
• Medication errors, including administering the wrong drug or dosage, or failing to identify harmful drug interactions.
• Anesthesia complications, such as errors with dosage or monitoring
• Birth-related injuries

Each of these errors can have life-changing consequences for those involved. A dedicated lawyer from our firm could help investigate your experience and determine whether it qualifies for legal action.

Reach Out to Our Pennsylvania Attorneys To Learn About the Most Common Types of Medical Malpractice

Mistakes in medical care can have a detrimental effect on your health. If you have experienced one of the most common types of medical malpractice in Pennsylvania, taking legal action against the responsible party could help you secure the compensation you need to move forward.

At Bordas & Bordas, an attorney from our team could review your case and assess your legal options for seeking accountability from the negligent provider or their insurers. We offer free consultations and do not charge a fee unless we obtain compensation on your behalf. To start the legal process, contact our office today.