When a medical professional does not live up to your expectation of care, and the result is a serious injury, long-term medical problems, and even wrongful death, it can be devastating. Those results can wreak physical, emotional and financial havoc for a very long time. Negligence on the part of a medical professional is known as medical malpractice.

Some types of medical malpractice claims we have represented include:

• Cerebral Palsy – Cerebral palsy often arises as a result of oxygen deprivation to the brain.  Cerebral palsy is a permanent disability and there is no cure.
• Erbs Palsy – Erbs palsy is a form of brachial plexus palsy; its effects can cause permanent paralysis of the shoulders and arms.
• Wrongful Death – Unfortunately, medical malpractice can lead to the wrongful death of patients when the healthcare professional allows or commits surgical or hospital errors.
• Hypoxia (Lack of Oxygen) – Hypoxia is a very serious form of medical malpractice that can lead to death or permanent disability.  Hypoxia can occur during childbirth, when the newborn does not receive enough oxygen. Hypoxia can also occur when a patient is under anesthesia and stops breathing.
• Brain Injuries – A brain injury can occur from medical malpractice in conjunction with other forms of medical malpractice. For instance, if the brain does not receive enough oxygen (hypoxia), it can be injured. Also, if there is a tumor in the brain and it is not diagnosed (failure to diagnose), it can cause additional brain injuries.
• Failure to Diagnose – Part of the standard duty of a healthcare professional is diagnosing medical problems. If your doctor delays or fails to diagnose a medical illness or other problem, it can be medical malpractice because that delay or failure can cause additional injury.
• Surgical Error – Surgical errors occur when a surgeon makes an error prior to, during, or after your surgery .Medical malpractice like surgical error can cause permanent disability and other serious medical problems.

Medical malpractice is something that should never be taken lightly. If you believe you have suffered from any form of medical malpractice, you may be entitled to compensation for the losses you endured. Contact the experienced medical malpractice lawyers at the Law Offices of Michael A. DeMayo, L.L.P. ® to schedule your free initial consultation.