What is an expert affidavit and do I need one to file a tonsillectomy malpractice case in Georgia?

What is an expert affidavit and do I need one to file a tonsillectomy malpractice case in Georgia?

Under O.C.G.A. § 9-11-9.1, a plaintiff filing a medical malpractice complaint in Georgia must attach an affidavit from at least one licensed healthcare provider competent to testify that the defendant deviated from the applicable standard of care. Failure to file this affidavit results in dismissal of the complaint. Haug Barron Law Group has long-standing relationships with nationally recognized expert witnesses in ENT surgery, anesthesiology, and pediatric critical care. We handle this requirement as part of our full-service representation.