Item: Katz Personal Injury Lawyers
Rating: 5
Author: Michael G.

Dental Malpractice

Most people would not consider a visit to their dentist to be an event where they could end up being injured. However, errors during dental treatment occur more often than people think. When a dentist provides professional services for a patient, he or she is required to uphold a standard of care similar to that of physicians and surgeons. In other words, a dentist must apply a certain degree of ordinary and reasonable skill as used by members of his profession and community under like circumstances. If a dentist fails to act with reasonable skill and care when treating a patient, or is careless or negligent, he or she can be liable for dental malpractice.

Dental malpractice cases can be complicated. Dental malpractice can involve negligence with not just the dentist’s treatment, but can also involve a potential products liability case if a dental device, drug or other product was used in the course of your treatment. To add to the complexity, in most cases, the dentist will have an expert witness to claim that there was no failure in treatment on his behalf. This is why having an experienced dental malpractice attorney can help you prosecute your case. Our dental malpractice attorneys will also consult with experts to establish the necessary elements to successfully pursue your case.

Our dental malpractice attorneys will conduct a thorough investigation of all the facts, medical background and damages of your case. This will include making sure that all relevant facts are gathered, and all medical records are obtained. When speaking to an attorney about your dental malpractice case, it will be important for you to provide as much detail as you can about your treatment, and all of the people and witnesses that may have any information about your treatment. Examples of witnesses may include any other dentists, dental assistances, nurses or physicians who may have been involved in your care.

You will also want to provide to your attorney information regarding any medical bills you have received as a result of your dental care. These medical bills can include bills not only for the treatment, but also for drugs, dental appliances, and any follow-up or subsequent care. Your medical bills will be used to help establish the amount of damages you have suffered as a result of the dental malpractice. Your damages may also include any missed time from work, lost wages, or any other disruption to your daily activities. Your family members may also be eligible to make a claim for damages if they were affected by your injuries.

Georgia law places a time limit on when a dental malpractice case must be filed in court. Therefore, it is important that you speak with an attorney promptly if you have been a victim of dental malpractice. If you would like to speak to an attorney about a potential dental malpractice claim, click here.

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I was in a head-on collision last year that put me in a wheelchair with a fractured femur. I needed an attorney and my cousin recommended this firm because he had used Briant Mildenhall for his accident. I was glad I called Briant because he always did what he said he would do and kept me informed. We settled with the insurance company and I'm happy with the result. If someone I know needs an attorney, I will tell them to call Briant because he will get the job done. Michael G.

After a head–on collision I had extremely serious injuries to my back and neck, and some internal injuries. I was airlifted to the hospital and started a huge amount of medical expenses accumulating. I hired a lawyer recommended by a friend but I was not satisfied. My cousin told me about this firm so I talked to Briant Mildenhall about handling the case. I was at ease from the get–go. Briant kept me informed all the way through, was always reassuring and did everything he said he would do. He helped us get the money we needed to get the treatment we needed. Briant was fantastic! Ronda W. (Car Accident)

After my car accident, I was looking for an attorney and came across the name Katz Personal Injury Lawyers. My intuition told me to call. I called in and Briant Mildenhall talked to me. He was very clear and honest about my options. As the case went forward, Briant and the staff at the law office always answered my questions right away. I was very confident in Briant's legal ability. He kept me informed every step of the way. I would recommend Mr. Mildenhall and the firm to anyone who needs an attorney. Antonio J. (Car Accident)

I am 100% satisfied. I called Rob the day after the accident. Everything he said that would happen did, every step of the way. He went beyond what we needed him to do. I would definitely use him again and recommend him to anyone who needs a lawyer. Steve H.

Robert Katz isn't your average personal injury lawyer. He has specialized knowledge and experience that the others don't. Timothy W. (Trucking Accident)

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