Video – Attorney Mark Kaire Discusses Who Makes The First Decision To Start A Medical Malpractice Claim

In most medical malpractice cases, the injured patient (or their legal representative) makes the first decision to pursue a claim, then a malpractice attorney confirms whether the case is viable under state deadlines and proof requirements. That initial choice often depends on the severity of harm, available medical records, and whether negligence can be shown through expert review. This article explains who initiates a malpractice claim, the first steps to take, and how attorneys evaluate and file the case.

Ray Hrdlicka – Host – Attorneys.Media

It really seems like it’s subjective. And so, who makes the decision of it has reached the level of medical malpractice? Because it sounds to me, just in this short discussion here, it’s very subjective.

Mark Kaire – Medical Malpractice Attorney – Miami-Dade County, FL

For purposes of starting the case, the decision has to be made by an expert in the same specialty as we discussed earlier. So, if I’m bringing a case against a orthopedic surgeon, let’s say, that decision….

Mark Kaire – Medical Malpractice Attorney – Miami-Dade County, FL

Actually, I think it’s good to probably talk about what our process is…