North Carolina Medical Malpractice Lawyer

Heart Attack Misdiagnosis and Malpractice

Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death in the United States, and more than 1 million Americans have a heart attack each year. While some heart attacks occur suddenly and without warning, in many cases there are noticeable signs and symptoms. A doctor should be able to identify these signs and symptoms, correctly diagnose heart disease, and prescribe medication that will help to improve the patient's condition. When detected early, many people are able to manage the disease without it escalating into a heart attack, stroke, or some other life-threatening condition.

If you suffered injury or lost a loved one due to any type of medical malpractice related to a heart attack or any heart condition, a North Carolina medical malpractice lawyer at our law firm can help by protecting your rights and interests while taking legal action against the negligent heathcare professional responsible for what you have experienced.

Failing to Diagnose a Heart Attack

There are many signs that may indicate a patient is suffering from heart disease or the early stages of a heart attack, including:

• Chest pain or discomfort, usually in the center of the chest
• Discomfort in other areas of the body, such as the arms, back, neck, jaw, or stomach
• Shortness of breath
• Heart palpitations
• Numbness in one arm
• Breaking out into a cold sweat
• Nausea
• Lightheadedness or dizziness
• Shortness of breath
• Extreme weakness or fatigue

When a doctor fails to diagnose or misdiagnoses heart disease, and the patient consequently suffers a heart attack, the doctor could be held liable for damages under North Carolina medical malpractice laws. 

If you or a loved one has recently suffered a heart attack, and you believe your doctor failed to diagnose your condition, you may have grounds to file a medical malpractice lawsuit. Our team can help you file your claim against your doctor, while at the same time zealously pursuing compensation that you may be entitled to.

Medication Errors

A heart attack can also occur as the result of a medication error. Examples of medication errors that may lead to a heart attack include:

• Prescribing or administering too high a dosage
• Prescribing the wrong medication
• Mixing medications that cannot be combined

At our firm, we have experience representing clients who have suffered a heart attack and other health complications as a result of a medication error. You can trust our skilled legal team to thoroughly review your medical records and consult with credible experts in order to determine whether your doctor was negligent in your treatment. If so, we can assist you in filing a strong and compelling claim that may help you obtain a favorable settlement.

To learn more about the services offered at our firm, please contact a North Carolina medical malpractice lawyer today.