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Medical imaging is often the foundation of diagnosis and treatment. However, the consequences can be life-changing when a radiologist makes a mistake, such as misreading a scan, overlooking a tumor, or failing to report findings fully. These errors can lead to delayed diagnoses, incorrect treatment plans, worsening conditions, or even preventable death.

At Berman & Simmons, we understand how these errors can impact patients and their families. The physical, emotional, and financial toll can be overwhelming. Our team has helped countless families across Maine who have suffered harm because of medical errors. We are known as leaders in medical malpractice claims and lawsuits with record-setting results. 

If this happened to you or someone you love, we can help you find answers, hold the right people accountable, and pursue the rightful compensation and justice you deserve.

Call us at (207) 417-4199 or reach us online for a free consultation with a Maine radiology error attorney to learn more about your case and options. We offer convenient virtual consultations.

How Radiology Errors Harm Patients

Radiology is one of the most vital tools in modern medicine. It includes imaging scans such as X-rays, MRIs, CT scans, mammograms, ultrasounds, and other studies used to detect injuries, monitor disease progression, and guide life-saving treatment decisions.

When these images are misinterpreted or significant findings are missed, the consequences can be severe, including:

  • Missed cancer diagnoses
  • Undetected spinal cord compression, leading to paralysis
  • Failure to identify internal bleeding, fractures, or life-threatening blood clots
  • Delayed treatment for infections, tumors, or strokes
  • Unnecessary or harmful treatments for a condition that does not exist
  • Progression of disease or permanent injury
  • Loss of a loved one due to preventable complications

These mistakes can leave you and your family feeling betrayed, confused, and deeply concerned about your future. At Berman & Simmons, we understand what’s at stake. 

Common Types of Radiology Errors

Radiology malpractice can take many forms. Some of the most common include:

  • Failure to detect or report abnormalities, such as a mass, fracture, or hemorrhage
  • Misdiagnosis, where findings are misread or attributed to the wrong condition
  • Failure to communicate findings to the treating physician promptly
  • Technical errors in performing or processing scans
  • Mislabeling or mix-ups of images or reports
  • Overlooking time-sensitive or life-threatening conditions, such as stroke or aortic dissection (a tear in the aorta)

Any of these errors can dramatically change a patient’s course of care. In some cases, they are the result of negligence, not chance. 

What Compensation May Be Available in a Radiology Error Claim?

A successful medical malpractice claim involving a radiology error may result in compensation for:

  • Medical expenses, including corrective treatment and long-term care
  • Lost income and reduced earning ability
  • Pain and suffering
  • Emotional distress and mental anguish
  • Loss of enjoyment of life
  • Permanent disability or disfigurement
  • Wrongful death damages if you lost a loved one

Our team builds every case to pursue the full extent of damages allowed under Maine law because our clients deserve nothing less. 

Who Can Be Held Accountable?

Multiple individuals or entities may be legally responsible for a radiology error, including:

  • Radiologists, who interpret and report on medical images
  • Technicians, who operate imaging equipment and collect diagnostic data
  • Hospitals or imaging centers, for understaffing, poor communication systems, or improper procedures
  • Referring physicians if they ignore or misinterpret a radiologist’s report

At Berman & Simmons, we work with leading medical experts to pinpoint what happened and who is at fault.

Why Radiology Error Cases Are So Complex

Medical malpractice cases involving radiology require extensive medical knowledge, access to top-tier experts, and an aggressive legal strategy. 

These cases often involve: 

  • Highly technical imaging studies
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