When Every Moment Counts: Understanding Failure to Diagnose Cancer in Minnesota A cancer diagnosis is always a frightening experience, but discovering that your cancer went undiagnosed for a significant period due to medical negligence can be devastating. In Minnesota, the law provides a pathway for individuals harmed by such oversights to seek justice and compensation. This article will guide you through the complexities of failure to diagnose cancer claims in Minnesota, offering crucial legal insights and practical steps. What Constitutes Medical Malpractice in a Cancer Diagnosis? Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider's negligence leads to patient injury. In the context of cancer, this often means a delayed diagnosis or a complete failure to diagnose, which results in the cancer progressing to a more advanced, and often less treatable, stage. For a medical malpractice claim to be successful in Minnesota, four key elements must be proven: ...