We trust our doctors to provide us with proper and safe medical care. When they don’t, and you suffer injury as a result, you may have a legal claim against your doctor. These claims, which are established under a theory of negligence, can provide the injured with monetary damages to compensate them for the harm they have suffered. At...
Read MoreDuring the birth of a child, you and your family trust your doctor and other medical professionals to provide you with quality care. Nonetheless, medical negligence is an all too common occurrence. A birth injury can result in longer recovery from birth, long-term injuries, or permanent medical issues. At Dempsey Kingsland & Osteen, we realize how distressing it can...
Read MoreIf you have lost a family member because of another person’s negligent or intentional act, it can be extremely distressing. On top of that, finding the right wrongful death lawyer in your area can add to your stress. The team at Dempsey Kingsland & Osteen are highly experienced wrongful death attorneys. We are here to reduce some of your...
Read MoreSearching for a knowledgeable medical malpractice lawyer can be overwhelming, especially if you are still recovering from injuries. Finding a trusted and experienced medical malpractice lawyer can make a massive difference in the outcome of your case. Below, the team at Dempsey Kingsland & Osteen describes five ways you can use to help find the best medical malpractice lawyer...
Read MoreWhen someone you love dies, the loss is unimaginable. When it happens because of someone’s negligence, you may want justice. Fortunately, the law allows certain surviving family members to bring a wrongful death claim against the responsible party. The attorneys at Dempsey Kingsland & Osteen recognize that if you’re considering a wrongful death case, you are trying to cope...
Read MoreA birth injury can be traumatic and catastrophic. You trust your care and the care of your newborn to medical professionals. When you or your defenseless baby is harmed by their negligence, it can permanently alter your child’s and family’s life. When a birth injury is caused by negligent medical care, you may have a right to pursue a...
Read MoreAs unlikely as it sounds, surgeons sometimes accidentally leave foreign objects inside patients after surgery. Although it’s rare, it does happen. One missed object could result in years of complications and additional expenses. If your surgeon forgot to remove a sponge or other surgical tool after surgery, you might be eligible to receive compensation by filing a foreign object left...
Read MoreWe trust doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to exercise the utmost care when delivering treatment. While statistics regarding the incidence of medical malpractice vary widely, everyone can agree that it occurs too often. Researchers at Johns Hopkins found that medical errors cause 10% of all deaths in the United States and are the third leading cause of death in the...
Read MoreMedical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider fails to provide the expected standard of care and harms a patient. This failure can include misdiagnosis, surgical errors, medication errors, anesthesia errors, birth injuries, nursing home neglect, and other types of negligence. Medical malpractice can have significant consequences for patients and their families. If you received medical treatment in Kansas City, MO,...
Read MoreUndergoing surgery is stressful, even in the best of circumstances. Still, many people have surgery, hoping to improve their health. For others, surgery is a necessary medical procedure that can be life-saving or life-changing. What happens if the surgery goes wrong? Can you sue a doctor for failed surgery? Patients put their trust in their doctors and surgeons and expect...
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