Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider engages in negligent or reckless medical care, resulting in an injury to the patient. Negligence occurs when a healthcare provider fails to act as a reasonably prudent healthcare provider would in the same or similar circumstances. Some of the common forms of medical malpractice include misdiagnosis, surgical errors, medication errors, birth injuries, and anesthesia errors. However, not all medical malpractice cases are the same, and you should seek the advice of an experienced medical malpractice lawyer if you suspect you have been a victim of medical negligence. A medical malpractice attorney can analyze your individual circumstances, with the help of medical experts if necessary, and can advise you on whether the failures in your care could be grounds for a legal claim for medical malpractice. If you would like to know more about medical malpractice in general, you might like to read our article, What is medical malpractice? If you have specific questions about your experience with a negligent healthcare provider, contact our medical malpractice attorneys for assistance.