Smithsburg Medical Malpractice Lawyer

Compassionate Attorney Representing People Injured by Medical Negligence in Smithsburg, MD

If you have been injured or otherwise harmed due to the negligence of a healthcare provider, you may have a strong case for compensation through a medical malpractice claim. All too often, victims of medical malpractice are intimidated at the prospect of filing a claim, and for good reason — many healthcare institutions have lawyers at their beck and call, ready to deflect any claims of negligence or wrongdoing.

At Serafini Law, we refuse to stand by in the face of injustice. We are ready to stand up for residents of Smithsburg who have been harmed by medical malpractice, taking on hospitals, clinics, and other medical providers in settlement negotiations or lawsuits. Attorney Andrew Serafini has over 10 years of legal experience, and he knows what healthcare providers will do to avoid liability. When you work with our firm, you will be represented by a diligent advocate who has the skills and resources to help you secure full compensation.

Failures in Diagnosis and Treatment

When a doctor fails to identify an illness or condition in its early stages, your health could be put at serious risk. The same can be said for cases wherein a doctor misdiagnoses a serious condition, which can prolong your suffering and cause additional harm due to unnecessary treatments.

To lay the groundwork for a successful claim, you will have to establish that the doctor owed you a standard of care in a professional capacity and that the doctor's failure to meet that standard caused you to suffer an injury and subsequent damages. At Serafini Law, we will collect evidence that supports your claim, including doctor's notes and documentation about your treatment.

Errors in Surgery

Surgical errors can worsen an existing condition and leave you in severe pain. Surgeons have a duty to handle you with care, and any violation of that duty can give rise to a valid medical malpractice claim. For instance, if you are exposed to an infection as a result of unsanitary conditions during surgery, you could take legal action against the hospital for failing to protect you.

Surgeons can also be held liable for improper procedures, such as neglecting safety measures, rushing through the surgery, or even operating on the wrong part of the body. Our attorney will take measures to hold incompetent or negligent surgeons accountable, ensuring that someone is made to answer for the harm done to you.

Compensation in a Medical Malpractice Claim

Full compensation for medical malpractice should address all of the affected areas of your life, from your employment prospects to your quality of life. You can be compensated for multiple kinds of damages in a claim, such as:

• Lost wages and/or a decreased earning capacity
• Expenses related to your treatment
• Emotional trauma, especially related to pain, disability, or disfigurement caused by the act of malpractice

In some cases, medical malpractice may result in a catastrophic injury that has led to long-term damage, such as a brain injury. Our skilled medical malpractice lawyer can inform you of the value of your claim based on an objective assessment.

For medical malpractice claims in Maryland, there is a cap on compensation for damages you can collect related to your pain and suffering or emotional distress, though this cap increases with every passing year. There is no hard limit on compensation you can collect for your financial damages.

Meet With a Smithsburg, Maryland Medical Malpractice Attorney

If your health has been compromised due to the improper care provided by a doctor, surgeon, hospital, or clinic, you deserve a remedy that addresses all of your damages. At Serafini Law, we represent Smithsburg residents in a variety of malpractice claims, including birth injuries to babies, emergency room errors, and more. To schedule a free consultation, call our offices at 240-744-1600 today or contact us online.