When a trusted medical professional makes a serious mistake, the consequences can be devastating. At Blasingame, Burch, Garrard & Ashley, P.C., our experienced medical malpractice attorneys help patients and families throughout Barrow County pursue justice when negligence causes preventable harm.
Whether your injury occurred at a Barrow County hospital, in a local clinic, or during outpatient care, our legal team is here to guide you through your next steps with compassion, clarity, and results-driven representation.
What Is Medical Malpractice?
Medical malpractice happens when a healthcare provider, such as a doctor, nurse, surgeon, or hospital, fails to follow accepted standards of care, resulting in injury or death. Not every poor outcome is malpractice, but when negligence leads to serious harm or death, you may have a valid claim under Georgia law.
To bring a successful medical malpractice claim in Barrow County, your case must include:
- A provider-patient relationship
- A breach of the accepted medical standard of care
- An injury directly caused by that breach
- Damages, such as physical harm, lost wages, or additional medical expenses
Learn more about what makes a valid malpractice case.
Examples of Medical Malpractice
We handle a wide range of malpractice cases in Barrow County and throughout Georgia, including:
- Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis (e.g., cancer, heart attack, stroke, or sepsis)
- Surgical errors, such as operating on the wrong site or leaving surgical tools inside the body
- Birth injuries, including cerebral palsy and shoulder dystocia
- Medication errors, including prescribing the wrong drug or dosage
- Anesthesia mistakes
- Emergency room negligence
- Failure to monitor or respond to patient symptoms
- Nursing errors in hospitals, nursing homes, or rehabilitation centers
Common Injuries Resulting from Medical Malpractice
Malpractice can lead to long-term health issues or life-altering injuries, including:
- Brain injuries due to lack of oxygen
- Stroke or cardiac complications from missed symptoms
- Infections and sepsis from unsanitary procedures
- Birth injuries to mother and child
- Loss of limb due to untreated infections or surgical errors
- Wrongful death
Proving a Medical Malpractice Case in Georgia
To prove malpractice, you must show that a competent medical professional under similar circumstances would have acted differently. Georgia law requires a medical expert affidavit, a sworn statement from a qualified medical expert confirming that malpractice likely occurred.
At BBGA, we work with nationally respected medical experts to build strong, evidence-based cases. We also gather records, interview witnesses, and consult with financial and life-care planning professionals to determine the full extent of your damages.
A History of Results
We have an established track record of bringing our clients the results they expect and deserve. We have recovered more than $1 billon dollars for our clients, and we know how to fight large medical facilities and the insurance companies.
Georgia’s Statute of Limitations for Medical Malpractice
In Georgia, you generally have two years from the date of injury, or from when the injury was discovered, to file a medical malpractice lawsuit. However, no case can be filed more than five years from the act of negligence, regardless of when the injury is discovered.
Exceptions may apply, especially in cases involving minors or foreign objects left inside the body. Because these deadlines are strict, it’s essential to consult a malpractice lawyer as soon as possible.
Learn More About Georgia’s Statute of Limitations
Understanding Medical Malpractice in Barrow County, GA
Barrow County is growing rapidly, and with growth comes increased demand for healthcare. Barrow County hospitals and nearby clinics serve thousands of residents annually, but when systems are overburdened or providers are understaffed, mistakes can happen.
We’ve seen an uptick in medical errors connected to:
- Overcrowded emergency departments
- Delayed imaging or lab test results
- Failure to transfer patients to higher-level facilities in Athens or Atlanta
- Inadequate follow-up care in outpatient and rural clinics
Our attorneys know Barrow County. We understand the local hospitals, court systems, and communities, making us uniquely positioned to advocate for you.
How BBGA Can Help
At BBGA, we’ve recovered hundreds of millions of dollars on behalf of injured clients throughout Georgia. Our medical malpractice team includes trial lawyers with decades of experience handling complex cases against hospitals, nursing homes, physicians, and major healthcare corporations.
Here’s what sets us apart:
- Medical-legal experience you can trust
- Proven results in and out of court
- A network of top-tier experts
- Free, no obligation consultations
- No legal fees unless we recover money for you in your case
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If you or a loved one suffered harm due to suspected medical negligence in Barrow County, don’t wait. The sooner we can review your potential case, the better positioned we’ll be to preserve evidence and protect your rights.
Based in Athens & Lake Oconee, and serving clients across Georgia, our lawyers frequently handle cases in Winder, Bethlehem, Statham, Auburn, and beyond.
Call us at 706-354-4000 or contact us online to schedule a free, confidential consultation.
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