Learning about the circumstances surrounding the medical error and what the normal standards of care are is the focus of the investigation phase of a medical malpractice case. During this step, attorneys request and then perform an in-depth review of the patient’s medical records. Medical experts may then be consulted to provide their opinions.
At the conclusion of this step, the lawyer should feel confident that a healthcare provider was negligent in providing medical care to the patient. They should also be confident that the patient’s injury was the direct result of the negligent care.