A few years ago, a report revealed the widespread problem of medical errors in New Hampshire. Some of the issues identified were:
- Surgical errors, such as performing an invasive procedure on the wrong patient or body part
- Medication errors, such a patient receiving the wrong dose or incorrect medication
- Diagnostic errors, such as misdiagnosis, or a failure to communicate lab results
- Care management errors, such as a patient falling, or developing a pressure ulcer after hospital admission
- Drug or device errors, such as a patient being given a contaminated drug or device
Since the report, New Hampshire has taken some positive steps towards limiting the number medical errors that occur. Yet all too often, patients continue to experience unthinkable injuries and trauma.
Not all cases of medical malpractice in New Hampshire are clear cut, and many patients are unaware they’ve even been hurt until it’s too late.
In 2018, there were nearly 200 healthcare-associated infections reported in New Hampshire hospitals. Also known as HAIs, these are infections patients sustain in a healthcare setting while being treated for another condition. HAIs, like other medical errors, can cause injury or death.
Sokolove Law Is on Your Side
For more than 40 years, Sokolove Law has redefined what a law firm can do for its clients. We have a proven record of fighting for those who have been hurt by medical malpractice in New Hampshire.
With offices around New England and a nationwide network of experienced attorneys, we are ready to help whenever and wherever disaster strikes.
If you think you are the victim of medical malpractice, know that it happens much more than it is reported. You are not doing anything wrong by speaking up.
Contact us today for a free legal consultation. We will start evaluating your potential case within 24 hours. If we are able to help you, we will work quickly to get you the compensation you deserve.
