Medical malpractice is a legal term that refers to a situation where a healthcare provider fails to meet the established standards of practice, causing harm to a patient. This issue is not only a breach of trust but can also have serious, often life-altering consequences. In this blog post, we will dive deep into the different forms of medical malpractice and help you understand your rights as a patient.   Introduction to Medical Malpractice Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider's negligence results in a patient's injury or death. Negligence can take many forms, from incorrect diagnoses and prescriptions to surgical and anesthesia errors. To succeed in a medical malpractice claim, a patient (or their family) must prove that the healthcare provider's actions or omissions were negligent and directly caused harm.   Misdiagnosis [...]