At one point, researchers estimated that medical errors are the third leading cause of death in the United States. The most alarming part of the 2016 study is that the numbers may be even higher due to poor reporting.
It is not just a privilege for someone to get proper care when treated by medical professionals and institutions — it’s the law.
Patients who experience negligent or inadequate medical care have the right to make a personal injury claim in the court of law.