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Medical Malpractice

When substandard medical care causes injury

Medical malpractice occurs when a doctor, nurse, hospital, or other health care provider causes injury to a patient through negligent care. We represent Mississippians who have been harmed by care that fell below the accepted medical standard.

What counts as malpractice

Not every bad medical outcome is malpractice. The question is whether the provider acted as a reasonably careful provider would have under the same circumstances. A claim generally requires showing that the provider owed you a duty of care, that the care fell below the accepted standard, and that this failure caused your injury and resulting damages.

Common types of claims

Medical negligence can arise in many settings. Claims we evaluate include:

Misdiagnosis or a delayed diagnosis
Surgical errors
Medication and dosage errors
Birth injuries
Failure to obtain informed consent
Failure to treat, monitor, or follow up

Deadlines and requirements

Mississippi places strict deadlines and pre-suit requirements on medical malpractice claims, and expert medical testimony is generally needed to establish the standard of care and how it was breached. Because a missed deadline can bar an otherwise valid claim, it is important to seek advice promptly — and to preserve your medical records.

How we help

We review your medical records, consult qualified experts, and assess whether the care you received met the required standard. If you have questions about a possible malpractice claim, call our office at 601-957-3101.