Delayed Diagnosis/Failure to Diagnose

Delayed Diagnosis/Failure to Diagnose Under Medical Malpractice Law

Most Pennsylvania healthcare providers are diligent and professional. However, Delayed Diagnosis or Failure to Diagnose cases remain common, and often life-changing or deadly, medical errors.

Medical Malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider's actions or lack of action deviate from the accepted standard of care, resulting in harm to the patient. This includes situations where a healthcare provider fails to diagnose a medical condition in a timely manner or makes an incorrect diagnosis that leads to harm.

Delayed Diagnosis/Failure to Diagnose Lawyers

At Lenahan & Dempsey, we have been helping victims of Delayed Diagnosis or Failure to Diagnose cases for over 75 years.

Our success in winning Hundreds and Hundreds of Millions for our clients has led to Judges and our peers voting us for inclusion in The Best Law Firms in America, and we are listed as a Tier 1 Law Firm (the highest rating).  Eight of our lawyers are listed in Best Lawyers in America, and eight are listed as Pennsylvania Super Lawyers.   Three, including Firm President John Lenahan, Jr., Managing Partner Timothy Lenahan and Attorney Matthew Dempsey are listed in The Top 100 Lawyers in Pennsylvania (out of over 48,000 Pennsylvania lawyers).

Timothy Lenahan is also Best Lawyers in America’s Top Insurance Lawyer for his representation of the injured fighting against large insurers for the region of Northeastern/Central Pennsylvania and the Pocono Mountains.  He has previously been named Best Lawyers Top Personal Injury Lawyer for that region for his work fighting for the rights of injured people.

We have the background and resources to win the most challenging cases.  Call us at 1.888.536.2328 for a free, no-obligation case evaluation.

Critical Elements To Be Considered In Any Medical Malpractice Case

1. Duty of care – This is very important in Failure to Diagnosis or Delayed Diagnosis cases.    We must show the Doctor and medical team owed a duty of care to you or your loved one.
2. Breach of duty -  We must show your Doctor and medical team failed to uphold the expected standard of care by either failing to diagnose the condition within a reasonable amount of time or made an incorrect diagnosis.
3. Causation - This is when the delayed or incorrect diagnosis directly caused or increased the risk of harm to the patient. This can include worsening of the patient's condition, the need for more invasive treatment, or a reduced chance of recovery or survival as a result of the delay in diagnosis.
4. Damages - We will be required to show you or your loved one suffered damages as a result of the delayed or incorrect diagnosis. These damages can include physical pain, emotional suffering, additional medical expenses, loss of income, loss of enjoyment of life, or a worsened prognosis.

Statute of Limitations

The statute of limitations to file a medical malpractice action is two years, but it can be difficult to determine when the statute of limitations begins to run in delayed diagnosis cases, which often requires a complete analysis of all of the facts and circumstances.

If you feel you or a loved one has been a victim of a delayed diagnosis, it is important to call our office quickly for a consultation so you do not lose your right to sue based upon time limits.

Call Us Today

We’re available 24/7 at 1.888.536.2328.  Call us for a free, no-obligation case evaluation. There are no fees until you get the money you deserve.

What Can You Expect When Working With Lenahan & Dempsey

We have recovered Hundreds and Hundreds of Millions for our clients across almost all fields of Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Insurance Bad Faith and Workers’ Compensation law.

We fully understand the physical, emotional, and financial toll a case can take on victims and their families. Our highly dedicated team of lawyers and paralegals can point to a history of success supporting our clients and winning the money they need to rebuild their lives.