Proving the Standard of Care Not every medical mistake is grounds for a lawsuit. To win a malpractice case in Georgia, we must prove that the doctor or hospital failed to meet the "standard of care"—the level of competence expected of a professional in that field.

At Dayton Trial Law, we work with independent medical experts to review your records and identify exactly where the failure occurred. We handle cases involving:

• Surgical Errors: Operating on the wrong site, leaving instruments inside the body, or damaging surrounding organs.

• Misdiagnosis & Delayed Diagnosis: Failing to recognize heart attacks, strokes, or cancer when the symptoms were clear.

• Birth Injuries: Negligence during delivery leading to cerebral palsy, Erb’s palsy, or hypoxia.

• Medication Errors: Prescribing the wrong dosage or a drug that interacts dangerously with other medications.

The "Affidavit of Expert" Requirement Georgia law requires that a valid medical malpractice complaint be accompanied by an affidavit from a medical expert. This makes these cases complex and expensive to file. You need a firm with the financial resources and professional network to build your case correctly from Day 1.