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# Types of Medical Malpractice

 April 12, 2017

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 Harry Albritton

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## **Types Of Medical Malpractice:**

- Doctor negligence
- Hospital negligence
- Nursing negligence
- Surgical errors/injuries
- Nursing home abuse
- Pharmaceutical litigation
- Vaccine litigation
- Dental malpractice
- Failure to diagnose
- Birth injuries, including cerebral palsy
- Cancer misdiagnosis
- Medication errors

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### [Harry Albritton](https://blog.theironslawfirm.com/author/harry-albritton)

Harry H. Albritton, Jr. is a passionate attorney representing victims of negligence and malpractice, with deep roots in eastern North Carolina. A graduate of East Carolina University, he returned to practice law in Pitt County after obtaining his law degree from Ohio Northern University. Throughout his career, he has successfully handled a diverse range of cases, from minor car accidents to multi-million dollar catastrophic injuries, and has been recognized for his legal abilities by Super Lawyers and The National Trial Lawyers. When not practicing law, he prioritizes spending time with his wife and three sons, engaging in outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and kayaking.

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