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Holding Negligent Medical Professionals Accountable

We help patients harmed by medical negligence seek justice and fair compensation.

But sometimes, medical mistakes happen. Doctors, nurses and hospitals can fall short of what’s expected of them under the law – reasonable skill and competence in their respective specialties. Unfortunately, when medical professionals make mistakes, the consequences can be drastic, leading to serious injuries and even death.

The law offers protection for patients who are injured by healthcare provides. For decades, Lead Science Legal Services’s experienced team of personal injury attorneys has been aggressively assisting injured patients obtain the compensation they deserve for injuries caused by medical malpractice.

Let us put our experience to work in handling all types of medical malpractice cases.

Understanding Your Case

What is medical malpractice?

You are naturally asking yourself if you have a legal case against your medical provider. Medical malpractice occurs when a health care provider’s treatments or failure to provide treatments falls below the accepted standard of practice in the medical community and causes injury or death to a patient. More common types of medical malpractice are:

  • Failure to diagnose a medical condition

  • Misdiagnosis of a medical condition

  • Delayed diagnosis of a medical condition

  • Failure to treat a medical condition

  • Improperly treating a medical condition

  • Medication prescription errors

  • Anesthesia errors

  • Surgical mistakes

  • Childbirth injuries

It’s important to note that not all medical mistakes are malpractice, nor is it malpractice simply because a patient is unhappy with the outcome of treatments. To establish medical malpractice, the health care provider’s treatments have to fall below the standard of care expected in the medical community, causing an injury or injuries to the patient.

Our Approach

How we assist injured patients

A medical malpractice lawsuit can be complicated.

Expert witnesses are needed to assess the treatments and medical procedures in question. Medical records must be gathered and analyzed. Witnesses must be questioned under oath in pre-trial depositions. We have a comprehensive understanding of the law and the medicine, and will assist you every step of the way in building a strong legal case.

Over the years we have built an extensive network of experts that we can tap into for an incisive assessment of the actions (or inaction) of your medical providers. Expert testimony is often the crux of a medical malpractice case. You need the very best on your side.

A core aspect of our practice is always keeping clients up to date on the status of their cases, and always being available to answer any questions they might have. This is the Lead Science Legal Services way. We are completely dedicated to serving our clients with our very best effort, and treating them with the respect and dignity they deserve. This is part of the responsive, caring, personal atmosphere that has been a hallmark of Lead Science Legal Services since it was founded over 80 years ago.

If you have been injured because of medical malpractice, you need to focus on what’s most important: regaining your health and life prior to your injuries. We in turn help our medical malpractice clients by easing their worries and working on the details of their cases.

The Claim Process

How a Medical Malpractice Claim Moves Forward in Maryland

Maryland has its own procedures for medical malpractice claims, with strict filing requirements. We handle each step so you can focus on your recovery.

  1. Free Consultation

    We listen to what happened, review your concerns, and explain whether you may have a claim.

  2. Records & Expert Review

    We gather your medical records and have qualified experts assess whether your care fell below the standard of care.

  3. Filing the Claim

    Most Maryland malpractice claims are first filed with the Health Care Alternative Dispute Resolution Office.

  4. Expert Certificate

    A certificate from a qualified expert must generally be filed within 90 days, or the claim can be dismissed.

  5. Resolution

    We pursue a fair settlement and, when needed, take your case to court and present it to a jury.

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Have you suffered an injury because of a mistake made by a health care provider?

Contact the medical malpractice attorneys at Lead Science Legal Services to assess your legal rights.

Our medical malpractice attorneys are ready to help answer your questions and assess your legal rights. Contact us at 888-111-2222 today to schedule an appointment for a free initial consultation. You owe it to yourself to act promptly.

There are time limits on when a medical malpractice lawsuit can be filed, and investigating a claim sooner rather than later usually helps to build a stronger legal case.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Medical Malpractice FAQs

Answers to common questions about medical malpractice claims in Maryland.

How long do I have to file a medical malpractice claim in Maryland?

In general, a claim must be filed within five years of when the injury occurred or within three years of when it was discovered, whichever comes first. Different rules can apply to children and in certain other situations. Because these deadlines are strict, it is important to speak with an attorney as soon as you suspect malpractice.

Do I need a medical expert to bring a claim?

Yes. Maryland generally requires a certificate from a qualified expert stating that the care fell below the standard of care and caused the injury. The certificate must usually be filed within 90 days after the claim is filed, and a missing certificate can lead to dismissal. Expert review is also central to proving the case later on.

Is there a limit on what I can recover?

Maryland caps noneconomic damages, such as pain and suffering, in medical malpractice cases, and that cap is separate from the cap that applies to other personal injury claims. The amount depends on when the malpractice occurred. Economic damages, such as medical bills and lost wages, are not capped.

What should I do if I suspect medical malpractice?

Get the medical care you need, and request copies of your medical records. Write down what happened while it is fresh, including dates, the names of providers, and what you were told. Avoid discussing the matter with the provider’s insurer or signing any documents before speaking with an attorney.

The information on this page is general in nature and is not legal advice. Every case is different.

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