"Do I have a Medical Malpractice Case?" - Ontario Medical Malpractice Lawyer

By: Andrew A. Iacobelli

Not every bad outcome is the result of medical malpractice, but when a minor or routine procedure results in serious injury, it is clear that something has gone terribly wrong, which may be the result of medical malpractice.

Almost all medical procedures have some amount of risk, and some illnesses cannot be cured despite the best medical care and treatment. Not all bad outcomes are the result of medical negligence or malpractice.  But when a minor or routine procedure results in serious injuries, such as paralysis, loss of limb, organ damage or death, it is clear that something went horribly wrong. In such cases, it is important to determine whether the medical providers, such as doctors or nurses, missed or ignored warning signs, or failed to order the appropriate tests. 

Do not expect the medical providers to identify that medical malpractice has occurred or that it is even suspected. Most people will not be told that the serious injury or death was the result of medical malpractice.  Instead, health care providers may only advise that the patient had a rare complication.  Sometimes you will only learn about the condition or complication without any explanation as to why it occurred.   In cases where a routine procedure results in serious injury or death, it is advisable to obtain the complete medical records and have them reviewed by an Ontario medical malpractice lawyer.