Bethesda Medical Malpractice Attorney

Lawyer for Medical Negligence in Bethesda, MD

When you receive medical care, you trust that the professionals responsible for your treatment will follow the right procedures and take all necessary steps to address the health conditions that may affect you. Unfortunately, this does not always happen. Doctors, nurses, or other providers may make mistakes or act negligently, leading you to suffer harm. In these situations, the attorney at Serafini Law is here to assist you. We can help you take steps to address these issues and recover compensation. Our proficient legal team works to hold negligent medical providers accountable and ensure that you will receive the financial support needed to recover and move forward.

Bethesda has several world-class medical facilities, including nationally renowned research hospitals and specialized treatment centers. Our community boasts some of the most advanced healthcare providers in cancer research, neurological disorders, and pediatric care. While these institutions strive for excellence, medical malpractice can still occur. At Serafini Law, we have extensive experience addressing negligence at various medical facilities in the Bethesda area, from large hospital systems to smaller private practices.

Understanding Medical Malpractice and its Consequences

Medical malpractice may include any actions by a healthcare provider that do not meet the acknowledged standards of care and cause a patient to suffer harm. The impact of medical malpractice can be severe, leading to long-term injuries, disabilities, or even death. Victims of medical malpractice often face substantial physical, emotional, and financial challenges. Serafini Law helps people in Bethesda recover compensation for the damages they have suffered due to medical negligence. We work to protect the rights of our clients and ensure that they can achieve justice.

Types of Damages in Medical Malpractice Cases

Medical malpractice can lead to multiple types of economic and non-economic damages. Victims may receive compensation for the losses they have experienced due to a healthcare provider's negligence. A medical malpractice case may address the following types of damages:

• Medical Expenses: Compensation may address past, present, and future medical bills related to malpractice. Compensation may cover the costs of hospital stays, surgeries, medications, rehabilitation, and other necessary treatments.
• Lost Wages: If malpractice caused a person to miss work or reduced their ability to earn a living, they may compensated for lost income, both past and future.
• Pain and Suffering: Bodily pain, emotional trauma, and issues that affect a person's ability to enjoy life may also be addressed in medical malpractice cases. Victims may receive compensation for these non-economic damages to address the personal impact injuries have had on their lives.
• Loss of Consortium: If malpractice affected a person's relationship with their spouse, the couple may be compensated for loss of companionship, affection, and support.
• Punitive Damages: In cases of especially egregious conduct, the court may award additional compensation to punish a negligent healthcare provider and prevent future misconduct of the same nature.

Common Types of Medical Malpractice Cases

Medical malpractice can take many forms. At Serafini Law, our attorney has extensive experience handling a broad spectrum of medical malpractice cases, including situations involving the following issues:

• Misdiagnosis or Delayed Diagnosis
• Surgical Errors
• Anesthesia Errors
• Birth Injuries to Children or Mothers
• Medication Errors
• Hospital Injuries
• Emergency Room (ER) Injuries

Understanding Maryland's Medical Malpractice Laws

Maryland has several laws and regulations that can play a role in medical malpractice cases. Our attorney can help address concerns related to:

• Statute of Limitations: In Maryland, a person can file a medical malpractice claim within five years after the date their injury occurred injury or within three years after the date on which the injury was discovered.
• Certificate of Qualified Expert: Within 90 days of filing a claim, a plaintiff must submit a certification from a qualified medical specialist stating that the defendant breached the standard of care, and this deviation from medical standards was the cause of the patient's injury.
• Damage Caps: Maryland statutes place a limit on non-economic damages in medical malpractice cases. For cases involving medical malpractice that took place in 2024, the cap for non-economic damages is $890,000. This amount increases by $15,000 each year. There is no cap on economic damages.
• Mandatory Arbitration: Medical malpractice claims must first be filed with the Health Care Alternative Dispute Resolution Office, and they may be resolved through arbitration. However, mandatory arbitration can be waived by providing a certification from a qualified medical expert as described above.
• Contributory Negligence: Maryland law prevents injury victims from taking legal action against other parties if they were at all responsible for their injuries. To ensure that a medical provider or insurance company cannot claim that a person was partially to blame for their injuries, it is important to work with an attorney who can help address these issues.

Our experienced lawyer is well-versed in the laws that affect medical malpractice cases. We walk our clients through the complexities and legal concerns that may affect them ensuring that they take the correct steps to recover the compensation they deserve.

How Serafini Law Can Help You Recover Full Compensation

At Serafini Law, we have a longstanding history of successfully representing clients in medical malpractice cases in Bethesda and Montgomery County. Our attorney has handled many types of cases, from surgical errors at large hospitals to misdiagnoses in local clinics. We have secured substantial settlements and verdicts for our clients, helping them recover the compensation they need to move forward with their lives.

Our deep understanding of Maryland law and the local medical community allows us to build solid and compelling cases for our clients. We work closely with medical experts in various specialties to ensure that every aspect of a case is thoroughly investigated and presented. We strive to ensure that negligence by medical providers is addressed properly so that our clients can achieve justice for the harm they have suffered.

Contact Our Bethesda, Maryland Medical Malpractice Lawyer

When you have suffered harm because a doctor or other medical professional failed to meet the proper standards of care, do not hesitate to seek legal help. The attorney at Serafini Law is here to help you file a medical malpractice claim, and we will fight for the compensation you deserve. Reach out to us today at 240-744-1600 to schedule a free consultation.