Misdiagnosis Lawsuit

We diligently discover the important facts, retain world-class expert witnesses and methodically prepare infection cases for trial in a way that maximizes the opportunity for a verdict that provides justice for our client. The attorneys at Davis Adams will fight for you and do whatever is in your best interests, whether that turns out to be a settlement or going to trial.

HOW DO INFECTION MISDIAGNOSIS LAWSUITS BEGIN?

One out of every twenty hospital patients gets an infection that is not associated with the condition for which the patient is originally admitted or diagnosed. That is two million Americans a year. Tragically, more than 100,000 of these people die, and their loved ones are left with no recourse other than a misdiagnosis lawsuit.  

Many hospital infections are preventable. For example, improvements in intravenous catheter use, compliance with pre-surgical best practices, and better hygiene can significantly reduce the risk of infection.

However, given the large amounts of bacteria found in a hospital, and the fact that the immune systems of certain hospitalized patients may be temporarily compromised, the risk of infection becomes significant when proper measures are not taken. 

For example, the cleanliness in the hospital may impact the likelihood that a patient is exposed to bacteria in the first place. Filtration of the hospital’s HVAC system, observance of health and safety regulations, disposal of contaminated instruments and bedding, the concentration of patients’ beds, and cleanliness of bedding, building surfaces, and all medical devices may all lead to an infection.

Infections complicate major and minor medical conditions. Thus, when a patient contracts an infection such as meningitis in a hospital or any other healthcare facility, it is necessary to examine the condition for which the patient was originally admitted, the risk of contracting an infection for that type of patient and the measures taken by the hospital to reduce exposure to infectious agents. This is part of the work we at Davis Adams do when we take on a misdiagnosis lawsuit. 

Infection cases must be thoroughly investigated to determine whether the hospital had a plan, whether healthcare providers in the hospital followed the plan, whether physicians were properly monitoring the use and administration of antibiotics and whether sterilization procedures were properly followed. 

Even when the hospital is not negligent for the patient developing an infection, a doctor and/or nurses can be at fault for not quickly diagnosing and treating the infection. An attorney will be able to examine the facts of your case and determine who is most likely at fault.

WHAT IS THE STATUTE OF LIMITATION FOR INFECTION MISDIAGNOSIS LAWSUIT?

Usually, the statute of limitations for a medical malpractice case, such as a misdiagnosis lawsuit, in Georgia is two years from the day of the negligent care. Nonetheless, particular circumstances can expand the statute of constraint (for example, if a healthcare partner hides negligent treatment that’s later uncovered). 

Other situations can mean a much shorter period of time within which the case needs to be filed, for example, when the irresponsible healthcare provider is a federal government entity. This can shorten the statute of limitations to as little as six months from the date of the medical procedure. 

All in all, the answer is that the statute of limitations depends on the circumstance of your case. Our best advice is not to try to figure out the statute of limitations for your misdiagnosis lawsuit by yourself; instead, contact us and we’ll be more than happy to assist.

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