Misdiagnosis in Schenectady: Malpractice Cases

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A doctor's failure to diagnose a medical condition timely and correctly can be disastrous for the patient. The wrong treatment, delayed treatment, or no treatment at all can result in a worsening condition, or even death. If you or someone you love has suffered injury because of medical misdiagnosis, it is important to get competent, experienced legal representation.

Complex issues are inherent in medical malpractice cases. If malpractice was involved in a misdiagnosis, it can be difficult to prove. At DeLorenzo, Grasso & Dalmata, our Schenectady personal injury lawyers have more than 150 years combined experience. We are listed as one of the most experienced law firms in the Capitol Region Business Review. We have won millions in verdicts and settlements for our clients. Let us assist you with your case.

Think that your doctor may have misdiagnosed your illness?

Cancer or heart disease can progress if left untreated, with serious consequences for the patient. Treatment for a disease that does not exist in the patient can cause actual harm. If you were injured through a misdiagnosis involving medical malpractice, you have a right to pursue legal remedies for compensation. However, some cases of medical misdiagnosis may not be actionable

Doctors are not held legally accountable for all errors in diagnosing medical conditions. To establish that malpractice occurred, the injured patient must prove a doctor-patient relationship, negligence on the part of the doctor, and injury to the patient as a result of that negligence. Medical malpractice claims must be filed within a specified time period from when the injury occurred (called a Statute of Limitations.

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