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Can I file a medical malpractice claim for a misdiagnosis?

A: A misdiagnosis often gives one grounds to pursue medical malpractice claims in Ohio. To protect your rights and build a strong case, you should speak to an Ohio malpractice claim attorney about whether or not you can file a claim for a wrong medical diagnosis. 

Because medicine is not considered an exact science, doctors are not legally obliged to be right in their medical assessments every single time. However, there is a definable line between inexact science and the failure to adhere to the prevailing standard of medical care.

If a doctor failed to follow up on sound medical evidence, such as your medical history or physical evidence such as a biopsy slide, and it caused you serious harm, then you may have a basis for a medical malpractice claim. 

On the other hand, if your doctor gave you the wrong medical diagnosis and you did not suffer any harm or injury from the misdiagnosis, then you do not have grounds for an Ohio malpractice claim. 

However, you should seek the medical opinion of another clinician or practitioner before you decide not to pursue any action against the doctor who gave you the misdiagnosis. In some cases, it may be weeks, months, or possibly even years before you discover that a misdiagnosis has affected you. 

Speak with an attorney about an Ohio malpractice claim for your wrong medical diagnosis. Consultations are free and without obligation, so take advantage of a no-cost case evaluation to get more information and to receive the attention and assistance you need to determine if you are eligible for a claim. 

Help with Medical Malpractice Claims in Ohio

Do you have questions about your potential Ohio malpractice claim or misdiagnosis lawsuit? Unsure what is considered medical malpractice? Before you hire a lawyer, order our FREE Ohio medical malpractice guide to learn about your rights and options for legal resource for medical malpractice claims in Ohio. To schedule a FREE consultation, contact the malpractice team at Mellino Law Firm LLC today – 216-241-1901 or 888-457-1147.