Psychiatric Malpractice

Psychiatric malpractice occurs when a mental health professional, such as a psychiatrist or psychologist, fails to provide the standard of care expected in their field, leading to harm or injury to a patient. This can include misdiagnosis, inadequate treatment, breach of confidentiality, or inappropriate behavior. If a patient suffers negative consequences due to these actions, they may have the right to pursue a legal claim for damages. Essentially, it addresses situations where a mental health provider's negligence causes serious psychological or emotional harm.