After handling so many cases, we can put most malpractice into three categories;
- Good people working under bad systems.
- Good people having a bad day.
- Just plain incompetent and uncaring providers.
The first - a bad system can take the form of a lack of fail safes in the communication systems. For instance, if an x-ray result gets missed, the system is usually defective. When that happens, it is all participants in the systems fault. This usually comes up in cases where there are missed labs, x-rays, or consults.
The second - good people on a bad day is more difficult to prevent. In these situations, a normally caring, capable provider for whatever reason just does not use their head to look at a patient. Unfortunately, every doctor has to be on their A-game every shift. Anything less can lead to serious bad outcomes for the patient.
The last - bad doctors are the most insidious. Let’s face it; some folks are just not cut out for the medical field. These types generally have a number of claims and a complex about them that refuses to even acknowledge the remote chance that they erred. Holding these defendants responsible is key to deterring their behavior. If they are not held accountable, it only emboldens them and increases the danger to everyone. The true remedy for the bad practitioner is the medical licensing authority, a notoriously lax institution in most states. Generally, civil responsibility is the only remedy.
Regardless of the root cause of the mistake, it is imperative to hold wrongdoers accountable. Not only is that critical to take care of the families devastated by these mistakes, it also serves to make positive changes so others do not suffer the same mistakes.
If you find yourself with a potential medical negligence claim, and need some help in analyzing the situation, do no hesitate to call on our experience to get to the heart of the matter and determine if there was a mistake that can be legally redressed.
The attorneys at our firm work closely with referring attorneys to bring a case to successful resolution. The attorneys in our firm who litigate medical malpractice cases are constantly updating their education and ability to litigate these cases.
Chad A. McGowan of McGowan, Hood & Felder has helped to litigate many medical malpractice cases and is available for consultation by email at cmcgowan@mcgowanhood.com or telephone (Toll Free)1-877-327-3800.
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Very truly yours,
McGowan, Hood & Felder, LLC
Chad A. McGowan, 1539 Healthcare Drive, Rock Hill, SC 29732
