Medical professionals are expected to provide expert, compassionate care, bound by the ethical duty to “do no harm.” Unfortunately, even the most skilled doctors and nurses can make mistakes that can cause significant injury, lifelong complications, or even death. Medical malpractice is a serious issue impacting hundreds of thousands nationwide each year, and The Rummel Firm is committed to protecting victims of healthcare negligence across Pennsylvania.
With a unique blend of legal experience and medical knowledge, Attorney Drew Rummel understands the weight of medical malpractice cases. As a former paramedic, he knows firsthand the devastating consequences medical errors can have on patients and families. The Rummel Firm fights aggressively to hold negligent healthcare providers accountable and to secure justice for victims harmed by medical negligence.
Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider fails to meet the accepted standard of care, causing harm to a patient. This can include errors by doctors, nurses, surgeons, anesthesiologists, and even errors involving medical devices. Whether in an emergency room, operating room, nursing facility, or doctor’s office, breaches of care standards such as misdiagnosis, delayed diagnosis, surgical mistakes, or birth injuries can constitute malpractice.
To succeed in a medical malpractice claim, you must prove that a healthcare professional breached their duty of care and that this breach directly caused your injuries. Establishing negligence often requires expert medical testimony to demonstrate how the care provided fell short of established medical standards and caused harm. The Rummel Firm works closely with medical experts to build compelling cases based on thorough investigation and review of medical records.
If you believe you or a loved one has been harmed by medical negligence, it is crucial to act promptly. Pennsylvania law generally requires that medical malpractice claims be filed within two years from the date you discovered, or reasonably should have discovered, the injury. This “discovery rule” provides some flexibility, especially in cases where the harm was not immediately evident, but strict deadlines still apply.
There are important exceptions to this rule, such as cases involving minors, foreign objects left in the body, or instances where a healthcare provider intentionally concealed the malpractice. These exceptions can extend or toll the statute of limitations, but navigating these rules is complicated and requires experienced legal guidance.The Rummel Firm understands these time constraints and strongly encourages contacting an attorney as soon as possible to preserve your rights.
Even if you are unsure whether your case qualifies as medical malpractice, The Rummel Firm’s compassionate attorneys will review your situation at no cost. Don’t risk losing your chance for justice, call The Rummel Firm today to schedule your free consultation and let us help you take the first step toward holding negligent healthcare providers accountable.
