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Medical Malpractice Lawyer in the GTA

A Neinstein medical malpractice lawyer can help GTA residents explore a medical malpractice claim.

When we're looking for a doctor, our best bet is to rely on the advice of our friends and family, but as in every industry, there are some doctors who aren't as thorough or may be facing complaints for their professional conduct. This may either have no effect on our health or a profound effect when they miss out on critical signs of an illness or issue or incorrectly diagnose an illness.

The first step to treat a patient is the diagnosis, which will affect the next steps that will be taken. If this is incorrect, any treatment or medication may have serious adverse effects on a patient, which may not have needed to occur in the first place. In other cases, the illness and symptoms can continue to worsen, which may decrease a person's chances of a full recovery and greatly impact their quality of life.

Whenever a person buys a product or eats at a restaurant, the amount of information they have about a product or service influences their choice.

In the past, Canadians could only access a limited amount of information when a doctor faced discipline by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO), but recently the CPSO announced changes to improve its transparency.

Information about any physicians who are "orally cautioned" by the CPSO will now be published to the website. Doctors may face this reprimand when they're faced with serious complaints, such as not communicating well with patients, not issuing timely referrals and when there's been a mistake made in prescribed medication, according to the Toronto Star.

Also, if a doctor faced criminal charges, was disciplined in another province or was required to take continuing education, the public will now have access to this information.

Before this announcement, Canadians were privy to a limited amount of information in regards to complaints against doctors. The CPSO only made complaints public that were referred to the disciplinary committee. These cases include when serious medical errors or abuse have occurred, which can lead a doctor to lose their license, but these account for a very small two percent of the complaints the CPSO investigates, according to the Toronto Star.

For the other 98 percent of complaints, Canadians had no insight into how the issues were resolved and the punishments doctors received. The good news is that this is now changing and while there still needs to be more information made public, such as details about undertakings where doctors are allowed to voluntarily resign in exchange of the CPSO dropping prosecution, this information is a start to assist Canadians in choosing a doctor.

Medical malpractice lawyers play an important role in our healthcare system by ensuring that patients receive proper care. If you feel that the treatment you or a loved one received from a doctor or nurse was below an appropriate standard, a medical malpractice lawyer can help you assess your situation and advocate on your behalf.

If you are faced with an issue with your healthcare, a good medical malpractice lawyer is important since they will be able to merge their knowledge of healthcare with their expertise as a legal representative. Neinstein's medical malpractice lawyers serve the GTA and we are dedicated towards providing the best professional service, but they are also concerned about your recovery and well-being.

If you live in the GTA, get in touch with a medical malpractice lawyer if you or a loved one feel the care provided by a doctor or nurse was inadequate. Neinstein Medical Malpractice Lawyers will provide free, no obligation consultations.

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The lawyers in our medical malpractice group at Neinstein are part of a winning team that is dedicated to patient safety. Our lawyers are frequently recommended by former clients and by the Lexpert directory.

Duncan Embury leads the medical malpractice team as a top-listed advocate by Lexpert and Best Lawyers Canada in 2020/2021. He is also a recipient of the Lexpert Zenith Award (2010) and the OTLA Distinguished Service Award (2013). All of the medical malpractice lawyers at Neinstein are passionate advocates both inside the courtroom and in the medical-legal community.

 
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If you or someone you love has suffered from the effects of medical malpractice, a lawyer at Neinstein LLP can help. Our medical negligence specialists will fight for your rights and the protection of your family when it is needed the most. Let our experience work for you.

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Where We Can Help

Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare practitioner falls below the standard of care and causes injury. We think of these as preventable injuries. Not all injuries or unintended consequences are a result of medical malpractice. It is important to speak with a lawyer and to have your medical records fully reviewed in order to determine whether medical malpractice may have occurred. In most medical malpractice cases, the injury is permanent and often life-altering.

Medical malpractice lawsuits are not designed to punish the wrongdoer. Instead, the lawsuits are focused on compensation. If you or your loved one has experienced a possible medical error resulting in injury, you are not alone. Our specialized team will guide you through every step of the process.

Brain Injury

A brain injury can occur in a variety of ways, and is often devastating. We understand how difficult it is to navigate the consequences of an acquired brain injury. Whether you or your loved one has suffered a stroke, a surgical complication, or any other medical error resulting in brain injury, our team has the knowledge and experience to help victims secure compensation for their future.

Birth Injury

"Birth Injury" refers to injury to infants during pregnancy, labor, delivery, or the post-delivery period. The injury often involves the brain. This can be diagnosed soon after birth, or there may be a delay before it is recognized. Birth injuries can lead to permanent disabilities. If you suspect your child may have suffered a birth injury, it is never too late to call a birth injury lawyer for advice.

Spinal Cord Injury

Spinal cord injury can occur due to various types of medical error. The injury can occur suddenly as a result of a medical or surgical complication, or it may occur over time because of a delay in the diagnosis of an otherwise treatable issue. The impact of a spinal-cord injury can be life-altering. Our team has extensive experience working on behalf of victims of preventable spinal cord injury.

 

How to Prove Medical Malpractice

To prove medical malpractice, the person starting the lawsuit ("the Plaintiff") must have expert evidence to establish that the healthcare practitioner ("the Defendant") breached a reasonable standard of care and that the breach caused the injury. This is called proving liability. You must also prove that you suffered resulting damages that are recognized by law.

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Our law requires the use of experts in medical malpractice cases. A qualified expert is the only person who can comment on the standard of care, if it was breached, and if it caused an injury. An expert's opinion must be based on the facts of the case, including a review of the medical records.

Having the right expert is extremely important.

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Substantial Impact

Medical malpractice cases can be very complex. Most medical malpractice cases involve injuries that are serious, permanent, and have had a life-changing impact on the victim.

In Canada, claims for "pain and suffering" are capped. For practical reasons, most medical malpractice cases involve claims beyond pain and suffering. For example, these claims may include loss of income and care-related costs, which are not capped.

Cases We Do Not Deal With

 

Short Term Injuries

Medical errors and negligence almost always cause some pain and suffering to victims and their families. If the resulting injury is not permanent in nature, a formal lawsuit may not be the appropriate route. In these cases, you may wish to contact the relevant Regulator (for example, the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario), or the Patient Relations department at the hospital, in order to voice your concerns.

Bedside Manner Complaints

Our perception about the quality of healthcare we receive as patients can be dependent on the manner in which it was delivered. If you feel that you were subject to poor bedside manner or even a rude or dismissive attitude, you should contact the Patient Relations department at the hospital in order to voice your concerns.

Strictly Dental Cases

In most circumstances, our lawyers do not act on behalf of victims of dental malpractice.

 
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N.V. & K.H Medical Malpractice Lawyer Testimonial from N.V. and K.H.
"We were referred to Duncan through a relative who happens to be a lawyer and has knowledge of the trauma that we were experiencing at the time. Our daughter was born with a traumatic brain injury at delivery and we were clueless about our options but felt we needed to speak to someone and at least explore different possibilities.

Duncan was the second lawyer we met with but immediately felt he would be the best person to represent us. We could tell from the beginning he had immense medical knowledge because of his many years of experiences as a medical malpractice lawyer and we connected with Duncan as a person and a parent; he was very personable.

Throughout the four-year journey we embarked on Duncan became more of a family member than a just a lawyer. It was an extremely complex process that needed not only legal expertise but also leadership and Duncan always put our family first. One of the most important attributes that Duncan possesses outside of his legal skills is his ability to understand our family dynamics and keep us informed at every step of the way.

This case was literally our life for over four years. The stress was absolutely enormous and Duncan advocated for us as if he was advocating for his own family. Too many times he had to deal with not only an impossibly frustrating defense counsel but also our short tempers, frustrations and fears. He balanced all this and kept us focused on what was important while he took care of the legal process, which he knew inside out. My wife and I would reassure ourselves that we trust Duncan and his amazing team and that literally got us through some very trying times.

In the end Duncan not only got us the result that was needed and deserved but he did so with putting our family first and in our fragile mental and emotional state we could not have asked for anything more. It's great to know that we now have the ability to take care of our daughter and her future needs.

I would recommend Duncan without even a moment's hesitation to anyone that needs expert legal advice and guidance. He is Master of his craft and truly cares about the families he represents."
 
C.R. Medical Malpractice Lawyer Testimonial from C.R.
"In 2010, I met Duncan for the first time with my wife. He explained to me that he had reviewed all the information I had sent to his firm and he said he couldn't believe what he was reading. With that he looked at me and said he would like to help me, because there is a good cause for legal action. So he took the case and things started moving along. The ordeal took many years but we eventually closed the case.

During that period, I spent a lot of time with Daniela and a lot of time with Duncan. They came to my home many times to go over things with me and my wife; they took care of the whole legal process for me.

I feel that after 5 years we have more than a professional connection; we developed a strong friendship. I feel more than just a client; I feel like they care about me, my family and my welfare. The way he talks about his clients is very endearing. He is a very compassionate man and he remembers all details about his clients which is very reassuring. You couldn't ask for two people to represent you better than what they did. They just don't exist. Over all those months, that I went through the discovery, pre-trial and trial other lawyers would come up to me and say "You are a fortunate man, Duncan is one of the best lawyers you are ever going to get" and that wasn't just one time, it was several times that other lawyers came up and told me that. I always felt very confident in working with Duncan. He changed my life for the better and for that I am so grateful."
 
Farima M. Medical Malpractice Lawyer Testimonial from Farima M.
"I have never seen a lawyer like her, that she cares about the client, understand me and my problem listening to me explaining as much as I need, answered all my questions and I'm lucky to have her help me. Thank you so much for your help and hard work."
 
Bela P. Medical Malpractice Lawyer Testimonial from Bela P.
"To those who are experiencing any injustice or insurmountable degrees of stress over an injury or the loss of a family member due to unexplained issues, you need not look any further. The Neinstein team are there for you and to relieve your pain. I'm very pleased to have met Duncan and Erik, who took on our case re the loss of our mother. I assure you that you're case will be well taken care of. Thank you Erik and Neinstein."
 
Anna S. Medical Malpractice Lawyer Testimonial from Anna S.
"Duncan Embury and Sonia Nijjar at Neinstien helped us through one of the most difficult and vulnerable times of our lives. We were impressed with their professionalism and responsiveness to our needs as well as their compassion for our situation. They earned our trust with their hard work and I would not hesitate to recommend them to others."
 
Rathini S. Medical Malpractice Lawyer Testimonial from Rathini S.
"We went through a difficult time due to medical negligence at a Toronto hospital. We approached several law firms with no success. They were simply not interested in taking up our case. When we called Duncan at Neinstein LLP, he immediately made an appointment to come and see us. The meeting with Duncan gave us strength and hope to pursue justice. We immediately felt that we were not alone. Duncan, Sonia and the team were everything that we wished for and beyond. They were very professional, punctual, and compassionate. We thank them wholeheartedly and wish them all the best."
 
Rathini S. Medical Malpractice Lawyer Testimonial from David R.
"We went through a difficult time due to medical negligence at a Toronto hospital. We approached several law firms with no success. They were simply not interested in taking up our case. When we called Duncan at Neinstein LLP, he immediately made an appointment to come and see us. The meeting with Duncan gave us strength and hope to pursue justice. We immediately felt that we were not alone. Duncan, Sonia and the team were everything that we wished for and beyond. They were very professional, punctual, and compassionate. We thank them wholeheartedly and wish them all the best."
 
J.R. Medical Malpractice Lawyer Testimonial from J.R.
"Duncan and Sonia met my family at a time where we were dealing with very difficult circumstances and couldn't see the light at the end of the tunnel. They took on our complex case and fought for us tooth and nail until they sought justice for us! We are so incredibly grateful for their perseverance and grace. We couldn't have gotten through it without them. Thank you."
 
D.D. Medical Malpractice Lawyer Testimonial from D.D.
"5 Stars !!!!! We both feel grateful to Neinstein and its lawyers for accepting us as clients. Daniela Pacheco patiently explained to us processes and next steps. Her guidance provided comfort. She always fought for us and never gave up. We were represented with compassion and our cause was pursued with determination and commitment."