Hurt by a medical mistake?
We trust doctors, nurses and hospitals with our lives. When a medical error causes a serious injury or the loss of a loved one, you deserve answers and accountability.
Medical malpractice cases are complex and hard to prove. For 49 years, The Glenn Armentor Law Corporation has helped injured patients and their families across Louisiana. Contact us for a free case evaluation.
Get A Free Case EvaluationWhat to do if you suspect a medical error
Your health comes first. Then these steps help protect your rights:
- Get a second opinion from a different provider.
- Request certified copies of all your medical records.
- Keep a daily journal of symptoms, treatments and conversations.
- Write down every provider and specialist you’ve seen.
- Don’t sign anything or confront the provider before talking to a lawyer.
Avoid discussing your concerns with anyone outside your immediate family until you’ve talked to a lawyer.
Talk to a lawyer todayLouisiana’s medical review panel
In Louisiana, most malpractice claims against qualified healthcare providers must go before a medical review panel before a lawsuit can be filed.
The panel, made up of three healthcare providers and an attorney chair, reviews the evidence and gives an opinion on whether the standard of care was met. Knowing how this process works is a big part of building a strong case.
Where medical errors happen
Malpractice can happen in any medical setting, from hospitals and surgery centers to labs and diagnostic centers.
If a provider didn’t meet the accepted standard of care, you may have a case.
Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis
Missing or delaying a diagnosis can let a treatable condition become serious.
Surgical errors
Mistakes during surgery, including wrong‑site procedures and preventable complications.
Medication errors
The wrong medication or dose, whether given in a hospital or prescribed by a provider.
What you may be able to recover
Every case is different, but compensation for medical malpractice may include:
- Medical expenses, past and future
- Lost income
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Wrongful death damages for families
Louisiana law places limits on some malpractice damages, so it’s important to understand how they apply to your case. A free case evaluation is the best place to start.
Get A Free Case EvaluationRecords that help your case
Gather these for yourself or your attorney:
- Certified copies of medical records
- Medical bills and receipts
- Your journal of symptoms and treatments
- Names of providers and specialists
Medical malpractice questions
Answers to a few questions we hear most often from patients and their families.
More frequently asked questionsWhat qualifies as medical malpractice in Louisiana?
Medical malpractice happens when a healthcare provider or facility fails to meet the accepted standard of care and that failure causes injury or death. It can happen in hospitals, clinics, labs, diagnostic centers or during surgery.
How long do I have to file a malpractice claim?
In Louisiana, a malpractice claim generally must be filed within one year of the alleged malpractice or within one year of when it was discovered, but no later than three years from the date it happened. These deadlines are strict, so talk to a lawyer as soon as you can.
Should I keep seeing the same provider?
If you can, it’s usually best to stop receiving care from the provider you suspect, unless you’re in the middle of complex treatment where a sudden change could harm your health. Talk with your lawyer and another doctor before making a change.
Are medical malpractice cases hard to prove?
They can be. You have to show that a provider failed to meet accepted medical standards and that the failure caused your injury. These cases usually rely on medical records and expert testimony, so working with an experienced law firm matters.
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