An Experienced Advocate For Victims Of Medical Malpractice
Last updated on January 31, 2025
Medical malpractice is when health care professionals make mistakes or other missteps in relation to patient care, leading to harm. The impacts on patients can be massive. Medical mistakes are the third leading cause of death in the U.S. It has been reported that there are as many as 400,000 deaths per year as a result of medical errors. In addition, there are millions of incidents of medical mistakes each year that do not result in death.
Health care providers, including doctors, nurses and hospitals, are held to high standards of care. When harm results from a failure to meet these standards, victims may seek compensation for damages such as medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and long-term care costs.
If you or a loved one has been injured due to medical negligence in Maryland, Washington, D.C., or Virginia, turn to Goldberg Law, LLC, for help in the fight for relief and justice. Attorney Kevin Goldberg has extensive experience with medical malpractice lawsuits and has authored articles on a range of legal topics. He is ready to provide you with direct attorney support backed by his unique insights.
What Are Common Medical Errors?
There are many different mistakes that can fall under the umbrella of medical malpractice. These include:
- Surgical errors: Mistakes during surgery such as wrong-site surgery or leaving instruments behind
- Birth injuries: Errors during delivery leading to conditions such as cerebral palsy, traumatic brain injuries or brachial plexus injuries
- Failure to diagnose: Delays or failures in diagnosing conditions, including cancer or heart attacks
- Medication errors: Includes incorrect prescriptions, wrong dosages or failure to check for harmful drug interactions
- Anesthesia mistakes: Errors in administering and monitoring anesthesia
- Nursing home negligence: Abuse, neglect or poor care in long-term care facilities
- Informed consent violations: Failure to obtain proper consent from a patient before a procedure
Attorney Goldberg represents victims of all types of medical errors.
Proving That Malpractice Occurred
Typically, in order to establish that an injury or death is the result of a medical mistake, your attorney will obtain the medical records and have them reviewed by an expert witness. For a valid medical malpractice case to exist, you generally need expert witness testimony that the medical care provided was below the “standard of care” and that the mistake was a cause of the injury or death. You also must prove you suffered economic or noneconomic losses. Attorney Goldberg can help you with all aspects of building and gathering evidence to support a medical malpractice case.
Is There A Deadline For Filing Malpractice Claims?
Yes, the law imposes a strict deadline on when medical malpractice cases must be filed. This deadline is called the “statute of limitations.” This deadline varies from state to state. It is important to contact a lawyer as soon as possible after medical malpractice is suspected. Attorney Goldberg can guide you through the steps of filing a claim.
Understanding Malpractice Damage Caps
Many states impose a cap on the damages that can be recovered in a medical malpractice case.
For example, in Maryland in 2025, the cap on noneconomic damages in malpractice injury cases is $905,000. The cap on noneconomic damages in malpractice death cases (with at least two claimants) is $1,131,250. The Maryland cap only applies to noneconomic damages (e.g., pain and suffering) and does not apply to economic damages (e.g., medical expenses and lost wages).
Attorney Goldberg can advise you on what caps may apply in your case.
Get A Free Evaluation Of Your Medical Malpractice Case
If you suspect medical malpractice was behind injuries you or a loved one suffered, reach out to Goldberg Law, LLC, for the dependable guidance you need. You can schedule a free consultation with attorney Goldberg by calling 301-960-8004 or contacting him online.