Does every negative medical outcome constitute negligence?

No, because medicine involves genuine uncertainty, and not every complication or adverse outcome reflects negligent care. The legal question is whether the care provided fell below what a reasonably competent provider would have provided under similar circumstances. It’s not about whether the outcome was worse than expected. A hospital negligence lawyer working with a qualified medical expert can evaluate whether the outcome of your case reflects a deviation from the standard of care or an expected risk of the appropriate treatment. Our team at Hughey Law Firm is here for you.