New Jersey Lawyers Who Represent Malpractice Victims
To maintain a suit for medical malpractice in New Jersey, you have to obtain an affidavit of merit from a doctor working in the same area of medicine involving your treatment. Essentially, this affidavit must state that your treatment fell below the standard of care that is normally acceptable. The affidavit requirement can be a major pitfall for individuals and inexperienced lawyers as well.
At Nee, Beacham & Gantner, we are one of the few law firms that regularly try medical malpractice cases in Hillsborough and Somerset County. Many of the cases we handle are referred to us from other New Jersey lawyers who are confident in our ability to represent their clients in court.
What Is Medical Malpractice?
A bad medical outcome does not necessarily mean that malpractice occurred. If your doctor ordered appropriate tests and met the standard of care in providing your treatment, then he or she is not liable for malpractice.
Malpractice occurs when a doctor fails to meet the standard of care and you are injured as a result. Here are some examples of malpractice:
- Misdiagnosis or failure to diagnose illness such as cancer or heart attack
- Surgical errors, such as operating on the wrong part of your body or failing to provide appropriate follow-up care to prevent infection
- Birth injuries such as Erb's Palsy, cerebral palsy or hypoxia
- Nursing home injuries resulting from neglect or abuse
- Dental malpractice
Careful preparation is essential to prove malpractice. Many juries in New Jersey are inclined to side with doctors unless negligence is clearly established through medical records and expert witness testimony.
Free Attorney Consultation
If you or a loved one has been injured by a medical provider and would like to speak with an experienced New Jersey lawyer, contact us at our Hillsborough office for a free initial consultation.
