Medical Malpractice Lawyers for Toronto and the GTA

If a doctor, nurse, or hospital fell below the accepted standard of care and that failure harmed you, you may have a medical malpractice claim in Ontario. These cases are complex and expert-driven, and a firm deadline applies, so getting advice early matters. Merricks Law Group can review what happened and tell you honestly whether you have a case.

What medical malpractice actually means

Not every bad outcome is malpractice. Medicine carries real risk, and a disappointing result is not automatically negligence. A claim generally requires showing that a provider owed you a duty, fell short of the standard a reasonably competent provider would have met, and caused you harm as a result. Proving that “fell short” element almost always needs independent medical experts, which is why these cases take careful preparation.

The deadline is strict

Medical malpractice claims are governed by Ontario’s two-year limitation period under the Limitations Act, 2002. The clock generally starts when you knew or reasonably should have known that harm occurred and that a provider’s act or omission likely caused it. Because harm from a medical error can surface long after the treatment, the discoverability rule matters here, but you should never assume you have extra time. Talk to a lawyer as soon as you suspect something went wrong.

The cases we look at

We review claims involving misdiagnosis and delayed diagnosis, surgical errors, birth injuries, medication and pharmacy errors, and emergency room negligence, among others. You can learn more on our medical malpractice practice page. Where a medical error causes the death of a loved one, dependent family members may have a separate claim; see our wrongful death page.

What compensation can cover

When a claim succeeds, compensation can include past and future medical and care costs, lost income and reduced earning capacity, other out-of-pocket losses, and pain and suffering. The value depends on the severity and permanence of the harm, which experts help establish.

What to do next

Request your complete medical records. Write a timeline of appointments, symptoms, and what you were told. Do not sign anything from the provider’s insurer before getting advice. Then book a free consultation so we can assess the standard-of-care and causation questions with you.

If you were harmed by care that should have kept you safe, we will hear what happened and give you a straight answer. Book a free consultation with a Merricks medical malpractice lawyer today. Call 416-986-3036, or reach us any time at 905-624-4878. No fees unless we win.

FAQ:

• Is a bad medical outcome always malpractice? No. You generally must show the provider fell below the accepted standard of care and that this caused your harm.
• How long do I have to sue? Ontario’s basic limitation period is two years, usually from when you discovered or should have discovered the claim. Do not wait to get advice.
• Do I need medical experts? Almost always. Independent experts are central to proving the standard of care and causation.

This article is general information, not legal advice, and does not create a solicitor-client relationship.