There are three basic elements which must be proven during the course of a medical malpractice case. First, the plaintiff (injured party) must show that the defendant failed to act in accordance with the established standards of medical practice. This often requires expert medical testimony confirming the defendant committed medical malpractice. Next, it must be proved that the negligence or wrongdoing resulted in the patient's injury or suffering (proximate cause). Lastly, the damages caused by the medical malpractice must be shown.

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Q: What do I have to prove in my medical malpractice case?

A: There are three basic elements which must be proven during the course of a medical malpractice case. First, the plaintiff (injured party) must show that the defendant failed to act in accordance with the established standards of medical practice. This often requires expert medical testimony confirming the defendant committed medical malpractice. Next, it must be proved that the negligence or wrongdoing resulted in the patient's injury or suffering (proximate cause). Lastly, the damages caused by the medical malpractice must be shown.



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