One of the most common types of medical malpractice is misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis, where a healthcare provider fails to identify a condition correctly or in time, leading to worsening illness or complications. Other frequent examples include surgical errors, medication mistakes, and lack of informed consent. 

You may be a victim of medical malpractice in Ontario, if your healthcare provider failed to meet the standard of care expected in their field, resulting in harm that could have been prevented. Warning signs include a misdiagnosis, delayed treatment, surgical errors, incorrect medications, or complications that were not disclosed to you beforehand. Singer Kwinter can review your medical records, consult with experts, and determine whether you have grounds for a medical malpractice claim. 

In Ontario, you generally have two years from the date you knew, or reasonably should have known, that malpractice occurred, and caused you harm, to file a medical malpractice claim. Singer Kwinter can help you determine the exact timelines that apply to your case and ensure your claim is filed before important deadlines expire. 

If you have been injured due to medical negligence, you may be entitled to compensation for both financial and personal losses. This can include reimbursement for medical expenses, lost income, and future care costs, as well as damages for pain, suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life. In some cases, additional compensation may be available if the healthcare provider’s conduct was especially reckless or caused further harm. 

Yes, you should have a lawyer if you are filing a medical malpractice lawsuit in Ontario, because these cases involve complicated medical and legal issues that require expert testimony and thorough investigation. Without legal representation, it is very difficult to meet the high burden of proof needed to show that a healthcare provider’s negligence caused your injuries. 

To support a medical malpractice claim, you will need evidence such as detailed medical records, test results, hospital reports, and documentation of your treatment history. Expert opinions from qualified medical professionals are also crucial to show that the healthcare provider failed to meet the accepted standard of care. Singer Kwinter can help gather this evidence, work with medical experts, and build a strong case to prove negligence and secure fair compensation. 

In a medical malpractice lawsuit in Ontario, medical experts play a critical role by reviewing your records and providing professional opinions on whether the healthcare provider met the accepted standard of care. Their testimony helps the court or tribunal understand complex medical issues and determine if negligence directly caused your injuries.  

Yes, in Ontario, you can sue a hospital or doctor if errors during surgery or treatment caused you harm due to negligence. Surgical mistakes, anesthesia errors, or failures in post-operative care, may all form the basis of a medical malpractice claim if they fall below the standard of care. Singer Kwinter can review your case, gather expert medical evidence, and pursue compensation for the damages you suffered.