What does Medical Malpractice Mean Under the Law?
You may have a case for medical negligence or medical malpractice whenever a doctor or other healthcare provider provides care that is below “generally accepted professional standards,” which is the standard that a reasonable professional would provide.
To determine negligence by a doctor, the law compares the doctors actions with those of a reasonable doctor with the same experience and skill level. You will also need to show that the negligence was the direct cause of some actual harm.