Philadelphia Hospital Error Lawyers Serving Pennsylvania Since 1954
Hospitals should provide safe and quality care to patients. When hospital errors occur, patients can suffer serious harm or even death. At Astor Weiss Kaplan & Mandel, LLP, our attorneys handle hospital error cases throughout Philadelphia and Pennsylvania. We help victims hold negligent medical providers and facilities accountable for preventable mistakes. This practice area covers various types of medical malpractice that occur in hospital settings.
What Counts As A Hospital Error?
A hospital error occurs when medical staff or the facility itself fails to meet accepted standards of care. These mistakes can happen in any department and involve various types of negligence. Our team has taken on many hospital malpractice claims that involve different forms of substandard care. Common hospital errors include:
- Medication errors such as giving the wrong drug, wrong dose or wrong patient
- Emergency room errors, including delayed treatment or misreading test results
- Birth injuries caused by negligent care during labor and delivery
- Misdiagnosis or failure to diagnose serious conditions
- Surgical mistakes during hospital procedures
- Infections from poor sanitation or improper wound care
- Improper patient monitoring that leads to preventable harm
- Delayed treatment when time is critical
- Patient falls and other safety failures
These errors often result from poor communication, staffing shortages, fatigue or lack of proper protocols. When hospital staff fail to follow safety standards, patients pay the price.
What Injuries Can Come From Hospital Negligence?
Hospital negligence can cause a wide range of serious injuries. The harm often depends on the type of error and how quickly it was caught and corrected. Common injuries from hospital errors include:
- Worsened medical conditions that could have been prevented or treated
- Permanent disabilities affecting mobility, cognition or daily function
- Brain damage or organ failure from delayed care or wrong treatment
- Severe infections requiring long-term treatment
- Need for additional surgeries or medical interventions
- Wrongful death when errors prove fatal
These injuries can change a person’s life forever. Victims often face hefty bills, lost income and ongoing pain. Our medical malpractice attorneys help victims get the compensation they deserve.
Who Is At Fault For A Hospital Error In Pennsylvania?
Many parties may be at fault when a hospital error causes harm. The hospital itself can be liable for its own negligence or for the actions of its employees. Individual doctors, nurses and other staff members may also face liability for their mistakes.
Pennsylvania law recognizes vicarious liability. This means hospitals can be responsible for errors made by their employees during work. Our attorneys study each case carefully to identify all liable parties. This approach helps ensure you can get full compensation for your injuries.
Work With Our Philadelphia Hospital Error Attorneys
At Astor Weiss Kaplan & Mandel, LLP, we have served the Philadelphia community since 1954. Our attorneys provide the guidance and personal attention needed to pursue hospital error claims. Call us at 215-790-0100 or use our contact form to book a consultation and discuss your case.
