Emergency room negligence encompasses a variety of medical errors, which include failure to treat or test patients. Emergency room negligence can lead to increased injury and death. Errors include failure to test patients at all, failure to correctly test patients, failure to diagnose injuries, prematurely discharging a patient and surgical errors. Medical malpractice attorneys can answer any questions you have and help you file personal injury claims.
Emergency room negligence means the patient was not accurately protected against or treated for injuries, illnesses and complications relating to their health. When medical personnel act in a negligent manner, injuries and illnesses can compound and lead to increased problems and even death.
Examples of emergency room negligence cases include when patients do not receive proper treatment for wounds, such as tetanus shots; when patients’ splints or casts are removed prematurely; when medication is improperly administered; and when illnesses go undiagnosed.
Failing to diagnose a patient includes inaccurately interpreting tests, failure to communicate the diagnosis with other medical personnel or clinics, and failure to respond to patient’s complaints. Failure to accurately treat a patient includes not performing medical tests, failing to refer the patient to appropriate medical personnel, and failing to advise the patient about all available medical treatments, courses of action and potential side effects or complications.
Emergency room negligence can cause a myriad of further complications. Emergency room negligence can lead to further injury, increased financial debt and longer recovery time. Injuries sustained because of emergency room negligence are always completely preventable. Again, contact your personal injury attorney immediately so that you are adequately informed of your rights.


