Law Offices of Harry T. Widmann, PLC
Phone: (504) 834-2799
  • Home
  • Firm Overview
    • What is Medical Malpractice
  • Practice Areas
  • Attorney Profile
  • Resources
  • Contact Us
What is Medical Malpractice?

The term "medical malpractice" means that a physician or healthcare provider—a doctor, nurse, dentist, technician, hospital, or hospital worker—has failed to do something that should have been done or has done something that should not have been done, resulting in injury or death. Most medical malpractice cases are based on the concept of negligence—the patient was harmed because the health care provider failed to meet the required standards of skill and care, in accordance with generally accepted standards. These 'standards of care' are defined as what a reasonably competent physician, surgeon, or healthcare practitioner is required to do under the circumstances involving the diagnosis or treatment of a patient. The prescribed standard of medical care may vary from state to state.

Injuries Caused by Medical Malpractice

Inappropriate medical treatment may result in the following injuries:

  • Birth Injuries
  • Birth Trauma
  • Cerebral Palsy
  • Mental Retardation
  • Skull Fracture
  • Development Delay
  • Erb's Palsy
  • Paralysis
  • Quadriplegia
  • Late Cancer Diagnosis
  • Fertility problems
  • Reduced Usage Of The Arms And Legs
  • Loss of Sight
  • Loss of Hearing
  • Wrongful Death
If you, a loved one or a friend have been injured while undergoing medical treatment, you may have a valid claim against a health care provider for medical malpractice.

Health care providers can not guarantee the results of medical treatment. Because a poor outcome is not always the result of malpractice, it is sometimes not appropriate to file a lawsuit.  Contact us today to discuss your case. During your free initial consultation, we will help you determine whether it is appropriate to proceed with a lawsuit.

Practice Areas
  • Medical Malpractice
  • Malpractice: Surgical, Hospital & Nursing
  • Malpractice: Misinterpretation of Medical Imaging Tests
  • Malpractice: Failure to Treat
  • Malpractice: Unnecessary Surgery
  • Boating Injuries
  • Admiralty and Maritime Injuries
  • Premises Liability
  • Dangerous or Defective Products
  • Truck Accidents
  • Car Accidents
  • Severe Burns
  • Amputations
  • Brain Injuries
  • Neck and Spinal Cord Injuries
  • Personal Injury


Additional Information
  • Articles Library
  • Attorney Referrals
  • Medical Malpractice FAQ
  • Elements of a Medical Malpractice Case
  • Injuries Caused by Medical Malpractice
Website by Hughes MacWorks, LLC