Of course not! In fact, by bringing a claim you are simply exercising your legal rights – something many individuals fail to do on a regular basis. The Ohio legislature recognizes that mistakes can be made in the medical setting, resulting in injury or death. This can be physically, mentally, emotionally, and economically taxing on the victim and his or her family. In recognition of this reality, the legislature allows victims and their families to exercise their rights by filing a medical malpractice claim against the negligent parties for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.