When you seek medical care, you place your trust and your health in the hands of professionals who have a duty to provide competent treatment. Unfortunately, doctors, nurses, and hospitals sometimes fail to meet the standard of care their patients deserve, causing injuries that range from minor complications to permanent disability or death.
A Greer medical malpractice lawyer at Briggs Law Group holds negligent healthcare providers accountable for the harm they cause and fights to secure full compensation for victims and their families. We understand the complex medical and legal issues involved in these cases and have the resources to take on powerful hospitals and insurance companies. Contact us today for a free case evaluation with an experienced Greer medical malpractice attorney who will protect your rights and pursue the justice and settlement you need to move forward.
Why Choose Briggs Law Group to Fight for You?
Choosing the right lawyer for your medical malpractice case can determine whether you receive fair compensation or walk away with nothing. When you select Briggs Law Group, you partner with a firm that combines experience, integrity, and relentless determination to achieve results that matter.
Our proven track record of success demonstrates our ability to stand by clients and advocate aggressively for their rights in negotiations and in the courtroom. We offer the following advantages to every client:
- Personalized attention from an attorney who knows your case inside and out
- Access to leading medical experts who can evaluate and testify about your care
- Thorough investigation of all circumstances surrounding your injury
- Contingency fee arrangements that require no upfront payment
- Aggressive representation against hospitals, doctors, and insurance companies
- Clear communication throughout every stage of your case
Our commitment to excellence has earned the trust of clients throughout Greenville and Spartanburg Counties. We bring that same dedication to every medical malpractice case we accept.
What Constitutes Medical Malpractice?
Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider deviates from the accepted standard of care, and that deviation causes harm to the patient. According to the American Medical Association, roughly one in three healthcare providers will be sued during their career, with surgeons and other high-risk specialties facing even greater exposure. These figures highlight how common medical mistakes can be and why skilled legal counsel is essential when patient injuries result from negligence.
Misdiagnosis and Delayed Diagnosis
Diagnostic errors represent one of the most common and dangerous forms of medical malpractice affecting patients across all medical specialties. Research from Johns Hopkins University estimates that approximately 795,000 Americans die or suffer permanent disability each year due to diagnostic errors.
Failure to Treat
Failure to treat occurs when a doctor identifies a medical condition but fails to provide or recommend appropriate care. Preventable injuries can result when patients are released too soon, essential tests are not ordered, or referrals to qualified specialists are not made.
Surgical Errors
Surgical mistakes can cause catastrophic injuries that permanently alter patients’ lives and require extensive corrective procedures. These errors include operating on the wrong body part, leaving surgical instruments inside patients, damaging nerves or organs during procedures, and performing unnecessary surgeries.
Birth Injuries
Complications during labor and delivery can result in devastating injuries to both mothers and newborns when medical professionals fail to respond appropriately to warning signs. Oxygen deprivation, improper use of forceps or vacuum extractors, and failure to perform timely cesarean sections can cause cerebral palsy, brain damage, and other permanent conditions. These injuries often require lifelong medical care and support that families should not bear alone.
Hospital-Acquired Infections
Hospitals that fail to maintain proper sanitation protocols put patients at risk of contracting serious infections that can prove fatal, particularly for those with compromised immune systems. These preventable infections include MRSA, C. diff, and surgical site infections that develop when staff neglect hand hygiene or fail to properly sterilize equipment.
Compensation for Medical Malpractice
South Carolina allows medical malpractice victims to recover damages for their economic and non-economic losses. South Carolina Code § 15-3-545 enforces a three-year statute of limitations for medical malpractice claims, with certain exceptions for cases involving foreign objects or fraud. Our firm pursues recovery for the following categories of damages:
- Past and future medical costs
- Lost wages and earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Diminished quality of life
- Disfigurement and permanent disability
- Loss of consortium for spouses
- Wrongful death damages for surviving family members
Each case requires a thorough evaluation to determine the full extent of compensable damages. Our attorney works with medical and economic experts to calculate lifetime costs and present compelling evidence supporting maximum recovery.
Briggs Law Group Demands Maximum Recovery
We prepare strong, evidence-based cases using expert testimony, complete medical documentation, and careful damage calculations to show the true extent of your losses. Our attorney negotiates from a position of strength and remains prepared to take your case to trial if the defendants refuse to offer fair compensation.
Skilled Negotiation
Insurance companies representing healthcare providers employ sophisticated tactics designed to minimize payouts on legitimate malpractice claims. Common insurance company tactics include:
- Disputing the severity or permanence of your injuries
- Blaming your pre-existing conditions for current problems
- Claiming you contributed to your own harm
- Hiring biased experts to contradict your medical evidence
Briggs Law Group refuses to allow insurers to manipulate the process or pressure you into inadequate settlements. Our preparation and persistence ensure defendants take your claim seriously from the start.
Aggressive Litigation
When negotiations fail to produce fair results, we file lawsuits and prepare your case for trial with the same thoroughness we apply to every aspect of representation. Our Greer medical malpractice lawyer has courtroom experience presenting complex medical evidence to juries and cross-examining defendant experts who seek to minimize the provider’s negligence. Defendants and their insurers understand that we will pursue your claim through a verdict if necessary to achieve the justice you deserve.
Schedule a Consultation With a Greer Medical Malpractice Lawyer Now
If you or a loved one suffered harm due to medical negligence, you need an experienced attorney. Call Briggs Law Group or complete our online form to schedule a free case evaluation with a Greer medical malpractice lawyer who can start building your case for compensation. Trust us to help you take the first steps toward holding negligent providers accountable.