There's often a risk in medical procedure, so how do you know if you are a victim of medical malpractice?

Just as American soldiers take an oath to defend our Constitution, doctors take the Hippocratic Oath and swear to "abstain from doing harm".  Physicians and other medical professionals are taught to consider any possible harm a treatment or action might cause, and to not take actions that cause more harm than good. But, when doctors make mistakes, whether intentional or accidental, the consequences can be very serious. Medical mistakes harm instead of heal.

Medical malpractice is a form of injury or wrongful death where a medical professional or medical facility fails to exercise adequate care, skill or diligence while providing medical care, or deviates from the normal standard of care and causes injury or death to the patient.  Medical malpractice includes actions by medical professionals such as doctors, dentists, nurses, anesthesiologists, nurse's aids, therapists and pharmacists, or by medical facilities such as hospitals, pharmacies, medical offices, and extended-care facilities.

Victims of medical malpractice may suffer physical disability, disfigurement, mental anguish, distress, infections, illness, or even wrongful death.  There are many types of medical malpractice.  They include,

• Failure to diagnose
• Misdiagnosis, diagnostic errors and delayed diagnosis
• Medical procedure errors
• Surgical errors (including instruments or sponges left in during surgery)
• Anesthesia errors
• Birth injuries
• Medication errors and mixed-up prescriptions
• Adverse reactions to drugs and procedures
• Wrong treatment
• Hospital negligence
• Medical Malpractice
• Eye Injuries
• Children's Injuries
• Neck/Back Injuries
• Death Cases

You trust your doctors to advise you and to make sound medical decisions regarding your health care. When that trust is violated, you have rights.

There's often a risk in medical procedure, so how do you know if you are a victim of medical malpractice?  

An experienced medical malpractice attorney can help.  Attorney Lawrence Land  has over 33 years of successful personal injury and medical malpractice law experience. Mr. Land will research your case and let you know what your rights are. He'll do everything he can to make sure that you get fair compensation for your injuries.  He'll even call in experts if necessary.

If you or a family member have been injured by a medical mistake, contact Lawrence right away. In Virginia, there is a time limitation on medical malpractice lawsuits, so you don't want to delay. Lawrence Land's office is available at (757) 625-1911 or (757) 442-7272 or (800) 800-1911, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
 to schedule a free case consultation. And ask about our free book: "Five deadly sins that can destroy your injury claim".

When you need a lawyer, you want a lawyer that cares about you and your family.  Let Lawrence Land put his professional expertise, friendly approach, and successful track record to work for you.

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• What Damages Can Be Recovered in Norfolk or Virginia Medical Malpractice Cases?   
  Description: After a case of Norfolk or Eastern Shore medical negligence or a medical error in another part of Virginia, a patient or family member may realize that a Virginia medical malpractice claim is possible. What many Virginia residents do not know, however, is what types of damages can be recovered in a Virginia or Norfolk medical malpractice case. For more information, free resources, and answers to your most pressing questions, contact Lawrence Land at 757-251-0198.
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  Description: When you entrust a loved one into the hands of a physician, surgeon, or hospital, the pain of medical errors or malpractice can be extraordinarily difficult to bear. When your family member dies as the result of a Virginia medical error, that pain is only magnified. After the tragedy of loss, however, obtaining help with related medical expenses, burial costs, and funeral expenses can lessen the financial burden on surviving family members so they can focus their energy on healthy grieving and recovery. For more information and free answers to questions, contact Lawrence Land at 757-251-0198.
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  Description: Although surgical procedures are intended to heal, make better, or alleviate pain, medical problems, or certain conditions, errors and mistakes during surgery occur far too often in Virginia, resulting in an opposite outcome. In the worst cases, surgical errors can even lead to Virginia wrongful death. Whether you have questions about your medical procedure or have tragically lost a loved one due to wrongful death from medical negligence, Lawrence Land will answer your questions for free and provide you with the resources you need to move forward. 800-800-1911.
• Do you have rights when a doctor fails to diagnose a serious illness?   
  Description: Forty percent of malpractice claims are the result of a doctor failing to diagnose a serious illness or injury. Misdiagnosis and delayed diagnosis can exasperate a condition and prevent a patient from receiving the early treatment that might be necessary to save the patients life. If you are victim of medical malpractice in Virginia, attorney Lawrence Land can help you get the compensation you need and deserve. Call Lawrence at (757) 625-1911 or (757) 442-7272 or (800) 800-1911, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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