Why Do You Need a Medical Malpractice Attorney?

    MIAMI, FL, March 30, 2012 /24-7PressRelease/ -- If you suspect that you or a loved one has been hurt by a doctor's error, why would you want to handle the case yourself? The medical issues alone are likely so complex that you will be unable to understand them, let alone convince any kind of jury about your position. And if a jury, which research has shown to be favorably disposed toward a doctor, compares your bumbling attempts at representation with a doctor's eloquent, prepared testimony, they may sympathize, but they are unlikely to believe you have a better grasp on what happened in your medical procedure than your doctor.

NOLO, the leading marketer of DIY legal guides online, doesn't even sell one for medical malpractice. If you go to their page on this type of lawsuit, they give some basic background on this type of lawsuit, then say, "Medical malpractice law is highly regulated by a complex body of rules, which vary considerably from state to state, so it's often essential to get advice or representation from a lawyer." They sell DIY guides for everything from articles of incorporation to living wills, and if they felt that they could profitably do so, they would likely sell one for medical malpractice, but they don't believe that people should be handling these cases themselves.

But, if you still need convincing that this is something you can handle yourself, here are some basic ways in which a medical malpractice attorney can help you.

They Know the Law

Sounds basic, but it's crucial. Just like NOLO says, medical malpractice laws vary from state to state, with specific requirements for filing cases, and if you don't know the law, your suit isn't likely to get off the ground, let alone succeed.

They Have Access to Medical Experts

Are you a doctor? Do you know a doctor who would be prepared to testify against other doctors in a court of law on your specific procedure? If not, then a lawyer can help immensely, because they have access to high-caliber medical experts in virtually every field.

They Can Do the Work

Pursuing a medical malpractice lawsuit is practically a full-time job. If you already have a full-time job, you don't need another. If you are out of work because of a disability caused by medical malpractice, then do you really want to be devoting your limited personal resources to this issue?

They Can Work Quickly

Because lawyers know what they're doing, lawyers can work quickly to get your lawsuit filed right and on time. This is no mean feat. You only have two years from the date you learn about the medical error (and four years from the date of your procedure) to file a lawsuit. That may seem like a lot, but if you are trying to file the lawsuit yourself, it can take that long and more to understand the necessary steps.

A Lawyer Can Protect You from Trouble

Let's face it, you're angry at your doctor. That's part of the reason why you are filing this lawsuit. But when it comes to doctors, there's a thin line between accusations of medical malpractice and slander. A lawyer generally knows how to stay on the right side of that line, but your anger makes it hard for you to keep there yourself. If you cross that line, you could suddenly find yourself facing major fines and ultimately sabotaging your case.

There are some things you can do yourself, and some things you need someone else to do for you. A medical malpractice lawsuit is most definitely the latter.

To learn more about medical malpractice lawsuits and why you should get a lawyer, please visit the website of The Cochran Firm South Florida in Miami.

Website: http://www.cochranfirmsouthflorida.com

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