Description
Medical negligence, also known as medical malpractice, refers to the failure of a healthcare provider to meet the accepted standard of care, resulting in harm or injury to a patient. This breach of duty can occur due to errors in diagnosis, treatment, aftercare, or health management. Medical negligence cases often involve proving that the healthcare provider’s actions deviated from what a reasonable professional in the same field would have done under similar circumstances, and that this deviation directly caused harm to the patient. Such cases can lead to legal action seeking compensation for damages incurred, including medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other related losses. Properly addressing medical negligence is crucial for maintaining patient trust, ensuring accountability within the healthcare system, and ultimately improving patient safety and quality of care.
