When we see a doctor or are admitted to the hospital, we trust our physicians to recommend and carry out the best course of action for us. We also rely on the physician’s support staff to help ensure that we receive the proper treatment. But you should know that while many procedures and treatments carry a risk of complications or side effects, an unexpected outcome may be the result of a negligent act. When an injured party files a medical malpractice lawsuit, he or she is claiming that a health care provider’s negligent act or failure to act resulted in injury.

According to the most recent statistics available from the U.S. Justice Department, approximately nine out of ten medical malpractice trials involved a plaintiff who claimed that the defendant’s malpractice resulted in death or permanent injury. Further, the Institute of Medicine issued a report indicating that as many as 98,000 patients die each year from preventable medical errors in hospitals. Despite these alarming statistics, recent changes in the law designed to protect health care providers have made malpractice suits difficult to pursue. In fact, the Pennsylvania court system has reported decreases in medical malpractice filings every year since 2005.

Now, more than ever, it is crucial to have a skilled attorney on your side. If you believe that you or a loved one has been a victim of medical malpractice, the caring attorneys at Stampone Law can help you protect your legal rights. We have the experience and resources necessary to evaluate your case, hire the appropriate experts and take your case to trial.