When a doctor fails to diagnose cancer, the affected cancer patient may be entitled to compensation. Magna Law Firm is here to pursue justice in cases involving both medical malpractice and wrongful death.
A cancer diagnosis can be a life-altering event—but when a medical professional fails to diagnose cancer in its early stages, the consequences can be devastating. Delayed diagnosis of cancer (or other serious medical conditions) can exacerbate problems with treatment and prognosis; in some cases, it can even be fatal. Proving negligence in medical malpractice cases can be difficult for those involved and requires the assistance of a cancer misdiagnosis lawyer.
If your cancer went undiagnosed by a doctor or was misdiagnosed, please contact our cancer misdiagnosis attorneys to discuss your case. If you or a loved one has been injured by what you believe is a failure to diagnose a serious condition or a delay in treatment, please call 763-438-3032 to schedule a free legal consultation with our law firm.
Early detection of cancer can not only lead to better treatment options but also improved survival rates. Failing to diagnose cancer is a type of medical malpractice.
How long do I have to file my cancer misdiagnosis claim?
You typically have four (4) years from the date of the cause of action to file your claim.
Per Minnesota Statute s 541.076 (b), “[ An action by a patient or former patient against a health care provider alleging malpractice, error, mistake, or failure to cure, whether based on a contract or tort, must be commenced within four (4) years from the date the cause of action accrued.”
The statute of limitations for cancer misdiagnosis claims in Minnesota does allow for certain exceptions, depending on the case. If you have missed the deadline to file but believe you still have a case, call the medical malpractice lawyers at Magna Law Firm at 763-438-3032 to discuss your case.
Understanding Failure to Diagnose Cancer Claims
At Magna Law Firm, we understand the profound impact that a delayed or missed diagnosis can have on individuals and their families—and we believe that everyone has the right to adequate healthcare. We are proud of our track record of holding negligent healthcare providers accountable—and securing the compensation our clients deserve.
Failure to diagnose cancer is a form of medical malpractice. Doctors and healthcare providers have a duty to follow established standards of care when evaluating patients; this includes a medical intake and exam, a thorough review of your medical records, and consulting with experts and specialists to understand your symptoms. When doctors fail to recognize the signs of cancer, misinterpret test results, or neglect to order appropriate tests, the consequences can be severe. A delayed diagnosis can lead to:
- Progression of cancer to more advanced stages
- Limited treatment options
- Higher medical costs
- Increased physical pain and emotional distress
- Reduced survival chances or wrongful death
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When a doctor fails to diagnose cancer, the affected cancer patient may be entitled to compensation. Magna Law Firm is here to pursue justice in cases involving both medical malpractice and wrongful death.
A cancer diagnosis can be a life-altering event—but when a medical professional fails to diagnose cancer in its early stages, the consequences can be devastating. Delayed diagnosis of cancer (or other serious medical conditions) can exacerbate problems with treatment and prognosis; in some cases, it can even be fatal. Proving negligence in medical malpractice cases can be difficult for those involved and requires the assistance of a cancer misdiagnosis lawyer.
If your cancer went undiagnosed by a doctor or was misdiagnosed, please contact our cancer misdiagnosis attorneys to discuss your case. If you or a loved one has been injured by what you believe is a failure to diagnose a serious condition or a delay in treatment, please call 763-438-3032 to schedule a free legal consultation with our law firm.
Early detection of cancer can not only lead to better treatment options but also improved survival rates. Failing to diagnose cancer is a type of medical malpractice.
How long do I have to file my cancer misdiagnosis claim?
You typically have four (4) years from the date of the cause of action to file your claim.
Per Minnesota Statute s 541.076 (b), “[ An action by a patient or former patient against a health care provider alleging malpractice, error, mistake, or failure to cure, whether based on a contract or tort, must be commenced within four (4) years from the date the cause of action accrued.”
The statute of limitations for cancer misdiagnosis claims in Minnesota does allow for certain exceptions, depending on the case. If you have missed the deadline to file but believe you still have a case, call the medical malpractice lawyers at Magna Law Firm at 763-438-3032 to discuss your case.
A Team You Can Trust.
Understanding Failure to Diagnose Cancer Claims
At Magna Law Firm, we understand the profound impact that a delayed or missed diagnosis can have on individuals and their families—and we believe that everyone has the right to adequate healthcare. We are proud of our track record of holding negligent healthcare providers accountable—and securing the compensation our clients deserve.
Failure to diagnose cancer is a form of medical malpractice. Doctors and healthcare providers have a duty to follow established standards of care when evaluating patients; this includes a medical intake and exam, a thorough review of your medical records, and consulting with experts and specialists to understand your symptoms. When doctors fail to recognize the signs of cancer, misinterpret test results, or neglect to order appropriate tests, the consequences can be severe. A delayed diagnosis can lead to:
- Progression of cancer to more advanced stages
- Limited treatment options
- Higher medical costs
- Increased physical pain and emotional distress
- Reduced survival chances or wrongful death
Read More: What Qualifies as Medical Negligence in Minnesota?
Common Types of Cancer Misdiagnosis
According to a 2019 study, cancer misdiagnosis represents almost half (46%) of all primary care diagnostic errors. The most commonly misdiagnosed cancers occur in the lung, colorectal area, prostate, and breast tissue.
While any form of cancer can be misdiagnosed, some types are more commonly associated with failure to diagnose claims because of their relative commonality. Those include:
- Skin Cancer: Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the US. While the survival rate is high (99%), melanoma can be overlooked during routine examinations or mistaken for benign skin conditions.
- Breast Cancer: Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among women. Failure to detect lumps or abnormal mammograms can delay life-saving treatment and affect longevity. Delay in diagnosis can also affect relapse rates.
- Lung Cancer: Though 1 in 16 people will be diagnosed with lung cancer over the course of their lives, this is nonetheless a commonly misdiagnosed condition. Symptoms are often mistaken for less serious conditions such as bronchitis or pneumonia.
- Colon Cancer: Doctors can negligently miss the colorectal cancer risk factors present in their patients. Through ignored symptoms or improper screenings, a delay in diagnosis may worsen the condition.
- Prostate Cancer: Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of death for men in the us. When a doctor fails to note prostate cancer risk factors in their patient population, they may fail to order necessary tests and miss this critical cancer diagnosis.
Regardless of the kind of cancer, a missed cancer diagnosis constitutes medical malpractice. If your cancer or that of a loved one was missed or diagnosed too late, a qualified attorney can help you evaluate your options.
Elements of a Failure to Diagnose Cancer Lawsuit
Medical professionals have all the tools and knowledge to be able to diagnose cancer and get their patients the help they need. So how does a “failure to diagnose cancer” event occur? According to a 2019 study, Missed diagnosis of cancer in primary care: Insights from malpractice claims data:
The majority [of failure to diagnose events] (76%) involved errors in clinical judgment, such as a failure or delay in ordering a diagnostic test (51%) or failure or delay in obtaining a consult or referral (37%). These factors were independently associated with higher-severity patient harm. The majority of these errors were of high severity (85%). [Emphasis added]
To pursue a successful medical malpractice claim for failure to diagnose cancer, Magna Law Firm works to prove four elements of your case:
- Doctor-Patient Relationship: A successful medical malpractice claim must establish a duty of care, which simply means that you were being treated by the doctor or healthcare provider in an official capacity, and you had a physician-patient relationship with them
- Negligence: The next step is proving medical negligence; this simply means that the healthcare provider failed to meet the expected standard of care, such as neglecting to order tests, misreading results, or overlooking symptoms.
- Causation: This third element of your medical malpractice case is causation: it must be shown that the failure to diagnose directly caused harm, including the progression of cancer, worsening of the condition, or a poorer prognosis.
- Damages: Finally, our team must prove that your delay in cancer diagnosis resulted in significant harm to your person (in legal terms, these are called damages).. This could include additional medical bills or surgeries, pain and suffering, or loss of income, diminished quality of life, or loss of close relationships, or even death.
The Magna Law team works closely with medical experts to evaluate your case, gather evidence, and build a strong claim to ensure you have the best possible chance of recovering compensation. To learn more about how we can help, call 763-438-3032 to discuss your case.
Compensation in a Failure to Diagnose Cancer Case
What is my case worth? This may be the most common question we get asked as Minnesota medical malpractice attorneys. While no two cases are the same, and there may be factors unique to your case, many failure to diagnose cases resolve with a financial award large enough to cover your medical bills and more. Compensation in a medical malpractice case involving a failure to diagnose cancer can cover a range of economic and non-economic damages, including:
- Medical expenses related to cancer treatment
- Lost wages and diminished earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of consortium
- Wrongful death damages (if the failure to diagnose resulted in death of a loved one)
Every case is unique, and the amount of compensation you may be entitled to will depend on the specifics of your situation. A skilled failure to diagnose lawyer can help you understand your rights and potential recovery.
Read More: What Is the Average Payout for Medical Negligence?
Why Choose Magna Law Firm for your Failure to Diagnose Cancer Case
Pursuing a medical malpractice case can be complex, especially when dealing with a life-threatening condition like cancer. Moreover, the emotional burden of living with a cancer diagnosis can sometimes feel too heavy to do anything else besides simply get through the day.
Our experienced team of medical malpractice attorneys understands the intricacies of Minnesota law and has a proven track record of success in failure to diagnose cancer cases. When you choose us, you get:
Competence
The team at Magna Law Firm stands ready to fight relentlessly for justice, as demonstrated by our track record of successful cases in the fields of civil rights, medical malpractice and personal injury law. Our job is to fight for our clients, from pretrial research and negotiations to representing them in court, to secure the compensation they deserve.
We live in a world where systemic injustices often affect medical diagnosis and treatment. From medical negligence in incarcerated populations to sexism and racism interfering with doctors’ duty of care, Magna Law Firm stands ready to make things right. Our competent, compassionate staff understands what it takes to fight for justice—even in the most unjust of circumstances.
Read More: Wrongful Death Lawsuit Brought Against Doctors and Jail That Ignored Inmate’s Cancer Symptoms
Experience
Magna Law Firm is proud to serve the greater Minneapolis community. For years, we have fought on the front lines of major civil rights abuses and landmark personal injury cases—and we are honored to hone our ever-growing experience with every new case we take.
We are not just medical malpractice lawyers; we are also civil rights lawyers. We believe it is unacceptable that Black patients, women, and incarcerated people experience greater medical negligence than the public at large. As we take failure to diagnose cancer cases, we are taking aim at systemic injustice.
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Compassion
Practicing law is not simply reciting facts; it’s understanding your client, and telling their story with compassion, conviction and purpose. The team at Magna Law Firm takes the time to listen our clients, understand their needs, and craft a legal strategy tailored to the unique circumstances of each case.
Our lead attorney, Oliver Nelson, was recently recognized among the Power 30, a publication of The Minnesota Lawyer, that honors attorneys who have made significant contributions to the Minnesota legal community. We are as honored to be featured in this publication as we are honored to represent Minnesotans whose stories must be told.
Read More: Oliver Edward Nelson III Recognized in Minnesota Lawyer’s POWER 30 for Personal Injury Law
Contact a Failure to Diagnose Cancer Lawyer in Minneapolis, MN Today
If you or a loved one is living with a delayed or missed cancer diagnosis, you don’t have to face this difficult situation alone. Our compassionate and dedicated legal team is here to support you. We will thoroughly investigate your case, gather necessary evidence, and advocate on your behalf to hold negligent healthcare providers accountable.
Let us help you pursue justice and secure the compensation you deserve. Time is of the essence in medical malpractice cases, so don’t delay—reach out to us today.
Contact our office today for a free consultation with a Failure to Diagnose Cancer Lawyer in Minneapolis, MN: 763-438-3032.