In South Carolina, the following must be proven in order to obtain a successful outcome in a medical malpractice claim:
- A significant, persistent personal injury was suffered;
- The health care provider or institution performed at a level of care be-low the accepted standard;
- The injury was a direct result of the substandard level of care provided;
- The medical error that caused your injury must have been preventable and caused by negligence.
If you feel you have been a victim of medical malpractice and have questions, please contact our office at 843-277-6061 or 1-888-690-0211.