INFOGRAPHIC: Medical Malpractice 101

By Justipedia Staff , August 17, 2016

Takeaway: The mistakes that healthcare professionals make can have devastating consequences for the patients, but unfortunately most cases go unreported. Medical malpractice claims can hold them accountable for their actions.

Did you know that one in three hospital patients suffers a medical error?

Medical malpractice laws therefore serve two important purposes: 1) compensating the victims of errors and negligence; and 2) promoting responsible medical care. Each state has its own legal procedures for how to handle medical malpractice, which is one of the most complex personal injury cases out there.

The infographic below is a simple yet effective introduction to medical malpractice. It explains what it is, the types of recoverable damages that you can claim for, average payouts and more.

Medical Malpractice - An Infographic from Wilson Kehoe Winingham Source: Wilson Kehoe Winingham

Tags: Injuries Personal Injury Medical Malpractice Drug and Medical Device Lawsuits
Related Terms: Medical Evidence Medical Expert Standard of Care Breach of Care Duty Compensatory Damages Pain and Suffering Compensation SSA SSDI

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