Greenville Medical Malpractice Defense Lawyers
Protecting Healthcare Professionals. Safeguarding Your Reputation.
When you face allegations of medical malpractice, the stakes are high, not only in terms of potential liability, but in terms of your professional reputation, licensure, and future career. At Davis & Snyder, we understand the gravity of these situations. Our Greenville medical malpractice defense lawyers have decades of combined experience defending physicians, nurses, hospitals, and other medical professionals from malpractice claims. We draw on deep knowledge of both the medical and legal aspects of healthcare practice, honed through hundreds of defense-side trials, to provide robust, strategic representation when your career and livelihood are on the line.
Our Greenville Medical Malpractice Defense Practice
Medical malpractice defense involves representing healthcare providers accused of negligence, error, or substandard care that allegedly resulted in patient injury or death. Common types of malpractice claims include misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis, surgical errors, medication mistakes, anesthesia errors, birth injuries, failure to obtain informed consent, and hospital or nursing negligence.
When faced with such allegations, medical professionals need a lawyer who understands not just civil litigation, but the procedural, regulatory, and reputational dimensions unique to healthcare. That’s where our team stands apart.
Why Davis & Snyder Is the Right Choice for Medical Providers in Upstate South Carolina
Our Greenville medical malpractice defense practice is built on decades of hands-on experience in healthcare defense. One of our founding partners, Steven A. Snyder, has spent more than 30 years defending physicians, nurses, hospitals, and clinics across a wide range of specialties, including surgery, OB/GYN, neurology, emergency medicine, internal medicine, and more. Another partner, Ashby W. Davis, brings over 40 years of legal experience and a proven record in high-stakes medical malpractice defense litigation, including numerous jury trials. We leverage this deep bench of experience to provide:
- Strategic insight into how insurers and plaintiffs’ attorneys evaluate medical malpractice claims, enabling us to anticipate and counter arguments effectively.
- Comprehensive, personalized defense, with detailed review of medical records, coordination of expert medical testimony, and careful analysis of standard-of-care issues.
- Trial-ready preparation, even when negotiating for early resolution, because we know that robust preparation often leads to the best outcomes.
Our firm’s commitment is simple: we defend good doctors and good medicine, and we stand by our clients with dedication, integrity, and a results-driven approach.
How We Defend Medical Professionals in Greenville
When you retain us for a malpractice defense, our team moves quickly to build a comprehensive defense strategy. We begin with a thorough investigation of the allegations and circumstances, gathering all relevant medical records, imaging, operative reports, medication records, and communications. We immediately coordinate with independent medical experts to evaluate standard-of-care issues, causation, and potential outcomes.
Identifying all relevant insurance coverage, hospital policies, licensing or regulatory issues, and potential third-party exposures is a critical early step. We then develop a defense plan that may involve pretrial negotiations, mediation, alternative dispute resolution, or trial, whichever path best protects your interests. We also understand the importance of preserving your reputation: we counsel clients on how to manage disclosure, maintain confidentiality, and avoid unnecessary public exposure.
Common Types of Claims We Defend
Medical malpractice claims can take many forms, but some of the most common we handle include:
- Allegations of misdiagnosis, delayed diagnosis, or failure to diagnose
- Surgical or anesthesia errors
- Medication errors, improper prescribing, or drug administration mistakes
- Birth injuries and obstetrical complications
- Failures to obtain or document informed consent
- Hospital or nursing negligence, including staffing issues or procedural failures
- Claims involving specialty care errors in internal medicine, neurology, cardiology, emergency medicine, and more
These claims often involve complex medical records, expert testimony, and a careful review of accepted standards of care, but we have the depth, resources, and knowledge to handle them thoroughly.
How We Help: Defense Services for Medical Professionals
- Investigation of patient records, treatment history, and the circumstances surrounding the claim
- Retention and coordination of expert medical opinions and standard-of-care review
- Strategic pretrial negotiation, mediation, or alternative dispute resolution to avoid unnecessary litigation
- Aggressive, trial-ready litigation when necessary, with experienced trial attorneys leading the defense
- Protection of professional licenses and reputation, including guidance on regulatory or board matters
A medical malpractice claim can have serious consequences beyond legal liability. The reputational risk to a physician or medical provider can jeopardize an ongoing practice, hospital privileges, insurance coverage, and future employment. Patients, hospitals, and insurers rarely forget such claims, even when resolved, which can influence peer reviews, credentialing, and public perception long after the case concludes.
With decades of experience defending medical professionals at every level, Davis & Snyder is well-positioned to mitigate these risks. We take pride in preparing cases with the rigor and care they demand, always mindful that your livelihood and reputation are on the line.
Frequently Asked Questions for Physicians Facing Medical Malpractice Allegations in South Carolina
What should I do first if I receive notice of a medical malpractice lawsuit?
Contact your malpractice insurer and notify them that you wish to retain experienced defense counsel. Then consult a firm such as ours immediately to begin gathering records and preparing a defense strategy.
Will defending a medical malpractice case hurt my ability to practice medicine?
Not necessarily. With strong legal representation and strategic handling, many cases are resolved without trial or adverse licensing outcomes, particularly when the standard of care can be demonstrated or causation challenged.
How do you challenge a malpractice claim involving allegations of negligence?
We carefully analyze medical records, use independent expert testimony to evaluate standard-of-care and causation, and uncover any procedural or documentation failures that might prevent plaintiff recovery.
Can cases be resolved without going to trial?
Yes. Many claims are handled through pretrial negotiation, mediation, or dismissal, particularly when a defensible standard of care was met or the causation is weak. We always prepare for trial but aim to resolve cases efficiently if possible.
How can I protect my professional reputation during litigation?
Limit public discussion, avoid social media, refrain from commenting on the case, and allow your legal counsel to handle communications. A carefully managed defense strategy can minimize reputational damage.
Call for Davis & Snyder for Legal Representation in Greenville
If you are a physician, hospital, nurse, or other healthcare professional facing a medical malpractice allegation in Greenville or Upstate South Carolina, do not wait. Time is critical. Evidence can disappear, records may become harder to access, and reputational damage can begin immediately. At Davis & Snyder, we combine decades of medical malpractice defense experience, deep familiarity with medical negligence litigation, and a commitment to protecting your rights and reputation. Contact us today for a confidential consultation. We stand ready to defend your career, your future, and the practice of good medicine.
