Medical Malpractice: Your Advocate For Justice And Hope
Patients place immense trust in their health care providers. When this trust is broken, the consequences can be devastating.
Neighbors Law offers determined legal advocacy for those who have suffered due to medical negligence. Founded by lawyer Brent L. Neighbors, the firm is committed to providing trustworthy and experienced legal representation. With over 30 years of experience, Mr. Neighbors has a unique perspective, having initially defended health care providers. This experience gives him valuable insight into the tactics and arguments used by the opposing side, providing a strategic advantage to his clients. His dedication to integrity, honesty and personalized attention ensures that each client receives the care and support they deserve. Based in Norman, Mr. Neighbors represents clients in medical malpractice and wrongful death claims throughout the state of Oklahoma.
What Exactly Is Medical Malpractice?
Medical malpractice occurs when a health care professional fails to uphold the appropriate professional standard of care, leading to harm or injury to a patient. It is a serious issue that affects more than a million people across the country each year, resulting in hundreds of thousands of deaths, according to a Johns Hopkins study.
Medical negligence causes not only physical pain for survivors but also emotional and financial burdens for victims and their loved ones. The legal system provides an opportunity for victims and their families to recover compensation while also holding negligent health care providers and institutions accountable. A successful medical malpractice claim can help prevent the same kind of harm from happening to other people. It can secure an improved quality of life for victims and their loved ones.
Common Types Of Medical Malpractice Cases
Medical malpractice can take many forms. Some of the most common types of cases include:
- Surgical errors
- Misdiagnosis leading to severe consequences
- Medication errors and adverse effects
- Birth injuries
- Anesthesia errors
- Failure to diagnose
- Delayed diagnosis
- Emergency room errors
- Hospital infections
- Nursing home negligence
- Radiology errors
Sometimes, these errors happen because of an individual’s carelessness. Many times, however, there are deeper institutional roots to the harm that occurs. Perhaps the hospital didn’t provide adequate staff training or have appropriate protocols in place to prevent foreseeable harm from occurring, for example. Attorney Brent L. Neighbors understands how to dig deep into the evidence to uncover the many layers of contributing factors, which in turn helps him hold all the right parties accountable.
What To Know About Medical Malpractice Claims In Oklahoma
Pursuing a medical malpractice claim involves proving three critical elements:
- Deviation from a professional standard of care, meaning the provider failed to meet the accepted standard of care in their field
- Causation, meaning the provider’s actions or failure to act directly caused the injury
- Harm, which can include not only physical injuries but also emotional distress, additional medical expenses, diminished quality of life and other consequences
Expert witnesses play a crucial role in establishing these elements. Building a powerful case requires a thorough understanding of medical and legal standards, as well as the ability to gather and present evidence effectively.
Guidance For Individuals Uncertain About Pursuing A Claim
If you are unsure whether you have a valid medical malpractice claim, attorney Brent L. Neighbors can provide a comprehensive evaluation. He will assess the details of your situation to determine if there is a basis for a case. His experience and dedication to empowering individuals make him a reliable advocate for those seeking justice.
Contact Neighbors Law Today For Empowering Legal Counsel
If you believe you have been a victim of medical malpractice, please do not hesitate to reach out to Neighbors Law to arrange a free initial consultation. You can reach medical malpractice attorney Brent L. Neighbors through a brief online contact form or by phone at 405-467-3324.
He will provide the transparent, understandable explanations you need to make informed decisions about how to move forward after your life has been upended by medical negligence.