Medical Malpractice and the Elements of a Tort

When a medical practitioner fails to follow standards of care as set forth by the medical community, this healthcare provider may have committed medical malpractice. If the negligent acts led to a patient's injury or death, the patient may be able to receive compensation for damages. Slightly different standards of care may exist in different areas of the U.S., which can make this area of law very confusing. If the patient decides to pursue a medical malpractice claim, the basic elements of a tort have to be proven.

If you suspect that your injuries are due to doctor negligence, contact the Chicago medical malpractice attorneys of Friedman & Bonebrake, P.C., at 312-466-8200 today. Speak with a compassionate member of our legal team to find out if you have the elements of a tort in your specific case. You deserve to know if you can pursue legal action against someone who has hurt you.

The Four Elements of a Medical Malpractice Tort

In a case against a negligent doctor or other medical professional, the four elements of a medical malpractice tort must be present. If the four elements are proven, the case could prove successful. The elements are as follows:

• The medical professional undertook your care
• The medical professional failed to follow reasonable standards of care
• There was a breach of duty
• Damages were sustained as a result of this breach

Speak with an attorney to find out if these elements are present in your case.

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If you or someone you love may have been a victim of doctor negligence, contact the Chicago medical malpractice attorneys of Friedman & Bonebrake, P.C., at 312-466-8200 as soon as possible. You may be eligible to receive payment for your injuries and damages. Speak with one of our experienced legal representatives about your case today, free of charge.