Memphis Medical Malpractice Lawyer

Sometimes, despite the best effort of everyone involved, tragic mistakes are made in a hospital or emergency room (ER) — errors which lead to crippling injury, extensive therapy and rehabilitation, and even wrongful death.

If this has happened to you or a loved one, what are your options? Many try to deal with insurance companies on their own, figuring that they have a solid claim. It is not uncommon for a claims adjuster to try to settle the claim quickly, often at a low figure favorable to the insurance company’s bottom line.

At Patterson Bray we have a track record of success in winning compensation for our clients, because we believe in creating a well-prepared case, and only accept medical malpractice claims which have credible merit.

Do You Need a Medical Malpractice Lawyer in Memphis, TN?

If a doctor or hospital has injured you, you may need the help of a medical malpractice attorney in Memphis, Tennessee. Most doctors and clinic workers are well-trained, conscientious and caring professionals who do a wonderful job of improving their patient’s quality of life. At some point in our lives, almost all of us will put our health and well-being into the hands of a trained medical professional — and receive careful and excellent care. Unfortunately, though, the simple fact is that some doctors and hospitals make unnecessary mistakes that cause preventable injury or untimely death. When this happens, doctors and medical staff must be held accountable — just like the driver of a car would be held accountable for injuries caused by reckless driving. The law allows victims of a doctor’s mistake to seek financial compensation via a lawsuit for medical malpractice or medical negligence, which are technically referred to in Tennessee as a “healthcare liability action.” If this scenario sounds familiar, reach out to a medical malpractice attorney in Memphis from Patterson Bray today.

What Does Medical Malpractice Mean?

A successful medical malpractice case requires proving that the injury occurred because the doctor failed to discharge his or her duties in accordance with the recognized “standard of care” practiced in the local medical community. For example, would a similarly situated doctor be expected to recognize a diagnosis that was missed, to prescribe a different medication, or to make a referral to an appropriate specialist who might have been able to treat/prevent the injury? Under the law, such a claim must also be supported by a qualified doctor who is willing to testify against a fellow medical provider.

• Pharmacy Errors
• Chiropractor Malpractice
• Birth Injuries
• Nursing Home Negligence / Abuse
• Hospital Negligence / Malpractice Errors

Because the standard of proof is so high in medical malpractice cases, our team of medical malpractice attorneys carefully scrutinizes every medical malpractice case. We believe this is the right approach to medical malpractice cases for a number of reasons: A frivolous lawsuit hurts everyone involved: the legal system, which is already overburdened; the doctor who is forced to endure unwarranted embarrassment and expense; and the client who wastes his or her time, money, and emotional strength pursuing a cause that is not justified.

Common medical malpractice errors include:

• Medication Errors. There are many ways that improper use of medication can cause serious harm. Injury can result from the wrong dosage, the wrong medication or even a medication that might be contraindicated by another health consideration that the patient is dealing with, yet the prescribing doctor neglected to do a thorough medical history check.  
• Delayed Diagnosis or Misdiagnosis. Unfortunately, diagnostic errors can cause significant, sometimes irreversible, progression to the original issue. A misdiagnosis can lead to improper treatment and a lack of treatment for the original issue.
• Incorrect Operation. It is sad but true that there are documented cases of doctors performing surgery on the wrong part of the body. Even if the mistake is caught early on and the correct surgery takes place, the damage on the body from multiple surgeries can be incredibly stressful, not to mention the additional recovery time and medical bills.

Common examples of damages are:

• Physical. In improper or delayed treatment, there are numerous physical impairments that may occur. In the event that your doctor is found negligent, you may be compensated.
• Mental Anguish. This refers to the emotional and psychological impact of the medical error and how that stress may affect your daily functioning and relationships.
• Medical Bills. You may be able to seek financial compensation for any additional bills that have accrued due to the faulty medical procedure.
• Loss of Income and Income Potential. Any loss of income that you have suffered due to additional time in the hospital, doctors appoints and therapy appointments may be compensated. Furthermore, in the event that the injury you have suffered has left you unable to perform in your current job you may be able to seek financial compensation for the loss of income potential.

When determining which types of compensation are right for you, you should always speak with a Memphis medical malpractice attorney first.

Contact Patterson Bray for a Medical Malpractice Attorney in Memphis, TN

If you or someone you know is the victim of an injury due to a medical error, you should contact Patterson Bray. Our team of experienced attorneys are knowledgeable when dealing with medical malpractice cases. It is imperative that you have an attorney who will support you. An attorney who will help explain the confusing terminology, procure necessary witnesses, and handle all of the details that come with a medical malpractice case. Our Tennessee medical malpractice attorney will not only guide you every step of the way but we will fight for you during this most stressful time.

Unfortunately, negligent medical professionals are not always held accountable. We prides ourselves on pursuing justice while acting in a professional and ethical manner.

When we do accept a medical malpractice case, our client knows that we genuinely believe that their claim has merit. This means that our clients can be absolutely assured that we will be aggressive and fight for the best possible compensation.

We can focus our time and resources effectively, which means our clients receive a high level of service and attention.

By avoiding a reputation for filing questionable lawsuits, we believe we have a greater level of credibility in the legal community, which ultimately benefits our clients.

Contact Us Today for a Medical Malpractice Attorney Memphis, TN Can Trust

Many medical malpractice lawsuits can be lengthy and costly. However, we believe strongly in holding those accountable who have made such an error that another person has suffered. In calling Patterson Bray today, you are making the right decision to move forward and take the necessary steps to heal physically and emotionally with a Memphis, Tennessee medical malpractice attorney you can trust.

Proving your Emergency Room Error Claim

Every medical malpractice claim rests on proving the following assertions:

• There is a standard of care which prevails in the client’s local medical community
• The hospital or emergency room failed to provide standard care

Because of this failure, you or a loved one was injured or died as a direct result of an emergency room error, hospital negligence or misdiagnosis

When you schedule an initial consultation, we take the time to gather medical evidence and seek out expert medical reviews. Many people do not know that emergency room staffing is usually outsourced to contract management groups or CMGs. Depending on the extent and nature of your injuries, you may have a claim against the hospital and/or a separate claim against the CMG. If we believe the case is worthy of litigation, we will accept your emergency room error case, and fight hard to win maximum compensation.

Skilled Medical Malpractice Attorneys

‘We handle medical malpractice claims involving nursing care errors, birth injuries and cases where a doctor failed to diagnose stroke, cancer, heart attack or similar conditions. Compensation may be awarded for lost wages, medical expenses and pain and suffering. If a loved one dies due to hospital negligence, you may be entitled to seek compensation for wrongful death.

In most cases, you have one year from the date of the injury to file a lawsuit. We recommend you consult an experienced medical malpractice attorney soon if you have been injured by hospital negligence, so that you do not lose the right to file a claim.

Contact Us for a Free Initial Consultation

We work on contingency. That means that you pay attorney fees only if we win compensation for you. We are glad to meet with you in our Nashville or Memphis law office to discuss your medical malpractice concerns. Please either submit an online request for a Free Case Review (LINK), or call to set up a consultation at 901-372-5003.