When you go to a doctor or hospital, you expect that you will feel better after leaving, not worse. Unfortunately, a healthcare provider can make mistakes and cause injuries. If you end up getting injured due to a medical professional’s negligence, you may have legal options. A Nueces County, Texas personal injury lawyer from our firm can help you build a case and pursue the compensation that you deserve.
When Should I Sue a Healthcare Provider?
There are many situations where a healthcare provider needs to be held accountable for their actions or lack of care. Common causes of medical malpractice suits include:
Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis: A healthcare provider misses a medical condition or diagnoses you with the wrong condition, resulting in delayed or ineffective treatment.
Medication error: This can include dispensing the wrong kind of medication, prescribing medication in the wrong dosage, or not paying attention to how drugs could interact.
Surgical errors: If you are injured due to a botched surgery, you deserve compensation.
How Do I Sue a Healthcare Provider in Texas?
The state of Texas requires you to notify the healthcare providers you plan to sue 60 days before you plan to file in court. Your attorney must also secure a report from a medical expert within 120 days of filing. This report would show that you were not treated with the standard of care that you deserved and that you were harmed because of it, in this medical expert’s opinion. If this report is not filed by the deadline, your case can be dismissed.
How Long Do I Have to Sue for Damages?
The state of Texas does not give you an unlimited amount of time to decide whether or not you want to pursue legal action. You must act within two years if you want to sue for compensation. Sometimes you have a little bit longer because you are able to sue within two years of your discovery of an injury or ailment. Still, we recommend acting quickly if you want to sue. A lawyer from our firm can get the legal process started for you while you focus on recovering from your injuries.
Do I Need a Personal Injury Attorney?
You are not required to hire a personal injury attorney when you sue a healthcare provider, but you should know that one can do a lot to help you at every stage of your case. They can talk to medical professionals about your prognosis, gather evidence, and build a case against the doctor or nurse that caused you harm.
Contact Our Legal Team Today
When you are ready to move forward with your personal injury lawsuit, contact Sahadi Legal Group. We can schedule a free initial consultation and tell you more about how our lawyers can help you make things right. We look forward to hearing from you.
