Misdiagnosis
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The signs were there. When doctors misread test results, fail to follow up on telltale clues or come to the wrong conclusions, the results can be devastating. A lawsuit can’t turn back the clock, but it can hold physicians and hospitals accountable. It can provide for the necessary care and lost income, or compensate grieving family members for their loss.
The law firm of Luxenberg Garbett Kelly & George has successfully resolved cases where misdiagnosis was proven to have resulted from medical negligence and malpractice. Our trial lawyers have secured verdicts and settlements for clients who suffered lasting disability or whose loved one died because treatment came too late.
Contact our New Castle office for a free case evaluation. We represent clients in Lawrence, Beaver, Butler, Mercer, Allegheny and surrounding counties of western Pennsylvania.
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Failure to diagnose a serious illness or treatable condition robs the patient of a chance to receive timely treatment, especially in the case of a cancer misdiagnosis. A physician error leading to a false cancer diagnosis, on the other hand, can result in unnecessary surgery (e.g., mastectomy) or painful radiation or chemotherapy — and delays treatment for the real medical problem.
Our malpractice attorneys are adept at uncovering the truth. We obtain medical reports, including results of lab tests, and have them examined by a forensic nurse. If malpractice is indicated, we have the case certified by a medical expert in oncology, radiology or the appropriate field of medicine.
We have handled a full range of medical misdiagnosis claims, including failure to:
A misdiagnosis can occur even when all proper tests are performed accurately or evaluated by a skilled doctor with the utmost care. A misdiagnosis becomes malpractice, however, if the doctor fails to get a medical history, order the appropriate tests or recognize observable symptoms of the illness.
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Time is of the essence when a person harbors a life-threatening medical condition. Every day that passes without diagnosis allows the disease to progress unchecked. Every day that passes without treatment shortens their life expectancy or reduces their quality of life.
The medical malpractice lawyers of Luxenberg Garbett Kelly George have held doctors and hospitals accountable for delayed diagnosis of cancer and other diseases. We make those providers pay for a preventable death or avoidable suffering resulting from their medical negligence.
Cancers that were once a death sentence are now curable with timely intervention. Many people with skin cancer, prostate cancer, breast cancer and other types become cancer survivors if they are diagnosed and treated in early stages. Even with more aggressive or late-stage cancers, timely diagnosis and treatment can buy precious months or years of life.
A delayed diagnosis deprives the patient of a chance to be cured outright, to extend their life, or to improve their quality of life in the time they have left. That lost opportunity is compensable harm in a medical malpractice lawsuit. Our job is to show how the doctors missed the signs or failed to diagnose cancer, and to argue that the patient would have survived or lived longer had they received surgery, chemotherapy or radiation at an earlier stage.
Failure to diagnose other serious diseases or injuries can lead to untimely death or irreversible and disabling damage.
Examples include a delay in diagnosing and treating:
Typically, you have a two-year period from when the damage is discovered or reasonably should have been detected to file a claim for delayed diagnosis. Seeking legal advice promptly is crucial, as this timeline may vary in certain situations. At Luxenberg Garbett Kelly George, our New Castle delayed diagnosis attorneys are ready to assist you through these complexities, ensuring your rights are protected. Our experienced lawyers will evaluate your case and provide the support needed to pursue justice effectively. Reach out to us anytime for a comprehensive consultation.
A delayed diagnosis can result from many types of negligence. We work backward, going through the medical records to determine what went wrong and when the diagnosis reasonably could have and should have been made. Did the doctor ignore patient complaints or “red flag” symptoms? Did the doctor fail to order follow-up tests or misread the test results? Did the radiologist or lab techs deviate from the standard procedure?
Luxenberg Garbett Kelly George provides a free case evaluation if you suffered lasting harm or a loved died prematurely because of a failure to diagnose. Our accomplished trial lawyers are prepared to go to court if necessary to get justice.
We have five convenient locations, and we can arrange home or hospital visits. Call our New Castle-based firm at (724) 658-8535 or complete our online form.
Experience and knowledge are important in cases involving medical malpractice. Our team of knowledgeable lawyers at Luxenberg Garbett Kelly George has a track record of effectively defending clients in situations including missed diagnoses, delayed diagnoses, and other medical malpractice claims.
Here’s why you should choose our medical malpractice firm:
Act promptly to obtain justice for your medical malpractice case. Schedule a consultation with the knowledgeable legal experts at Luxenberg Garbett Kelly George.
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