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In general, medical malpractice is considered to be negligent behavior by a doctor, nurse, hospital, HMO, chiropractor, therapist, or any other licensed medical care provider that results in harm to a patient. In many cases, the negative impacts of are felt not only by patients, but also by their loved ones.

Medical malpractice can occur through a health care provider’s negligent action or inaction. Negligence is considered to be the failure by a provider to follow accepted professional standards of care (or what a “reasonable” provider would do) that cause harm to a patient. Signing a consent form does not allow a health care provider to escape medical malpractice liability.

Common examples include, but are not limited to:

· Failure to perform medical procedures in a competent manner
· Failure to order necessary tests or evaluate their results
· Failure to posses or use necessary skills
· Diagnosing an incorrect condition and pursuing the wrong treatment
· Misuse of prescription drugs

Potential cases are complex and difficult to analyze, and require the skills and experience of medical and legal experts. When considering the validity of a claim, it is important for an attorney and client to gather all relevant medical records and speak with all potential witnesses.