Misdiagnosed or Treated Too Late? What That Means for Your Case

Getting answers from a doctor takes trust. You expect that trust to be met with care and urgency, but sometimes things go wrong. A condition that should have been caught early is missed, and treatment comes too late to stop serious harm. When that happens, it’s natural to wonder what your options are. At Troxler & […]

young patient reviewing brain x-rays with doctor Getting answers from a doctor takes trust. You expect that trust to be met with care and urgency, but sometimes things go wrong. A condition that should have been caught early is missed, and treatment comes too late to stop serious harm. When that happens, it’s natural to wonder what your options are.

At Troxler & Troxler Law Firm in Waldorf, Maryland, we work with people who’ve been through situations like this. Patrick D. Troxler, a Waldorf native and Howard University School of Law graduate, brings years of legal experience along with a 12-year background in the U.S. Air Force Reserve. His partner, Teneshia M. Troxler, has successfully handled medical malpractice cases throughout Maryland and brings a sharp eye to every case she prepares.

Not every delayed diagnosis means you have a case, but our team knows what questions to ask and what signs to look for to figure that out.

When a Missed Diagnosis or Delay Becomes Harm

Being misdiagnosed or treated too late can change the course of your life. A simple infection becomes life-threatening. A lump is brushed off until it becomes advanced cancer. You might be left with more aggressive treatment, permanent damage, or long-term health issues that could have been prevented.

These may be signs of medical negligence. When a healthcare provider fails to act as another reasonable provider would in the same situation, the consequences can be serious—and sometimes legally actionable.

Understanding How Legal Claims Work in These Cases

A delayed diagnosis or misdiagnosis on its own isn’t always grounds for a lawsuit. What matters is whether that delay or mistake caused real harm. 

Troxler & Troxler’s team will look closely at the timeline, medical records, and expert evaluations to see if your case meets the standard for a claim. And we do it in a way that keeps the stress off your shoulders. With over 130 personal injury cases under our belt, we know how to make the process easier while still being thorough and aggressive when it counts.

Call for a Case Review

You do not have to guess whether what happened was preventable. At Troxler & Troxler Law Firm here in Waldorf, we’ll take the time to hear your story. Call 301-264-6072 to contact us, and let’s get started with a case review.

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