Whenever we’re hospitalized, we put our faith in the doctors, nurses, and staff to take good care of us while we’re vulnerable and in pain. One of the common features of being hospitalized is receiving fluids or medicines through an IV. It’s so common we barely think about whether it could be dangerous but there is such a thing...
Read MoreWe 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 MoreYou can sue if you were misdiagnosed with Lupus and suffered injury or damages. However, these cases are complicated and difficult to prove. While a lupus misdiagnosis claim is challenging to prove, it is not impossible. With the help of our experienced medical malpractice lawyers, you can successfully sue for the compensation you need. What Is Medical Misdiagnosis of Lupus?...
Read MoreMedical negligence occurs when a healthcare provider or facility deviates from the standard of care expected of them by failing to do what a reasonably prudent provider would have done in similar circumstances. Medical negligence can happen in any circumstance—from a doctor’s office to a hospital to a nursing home and beyond—basically, anywhere you might receive medical treatment. If...
Read MoreAnesthesia makes the practice of modern medicine possible. It prevents patients from feeling pain during medical procedures and surgery. Without it, some of today’s procedures would be impossible. But it is not without risk. If you or a loved one suffered from an injury resulting from an anesthesia error, please contact an anesthesiologist malpractice lawyer at Dempsey Kingsland &...
Read MoreNo one should suffer the grief that accompanies a nursing home wrongful death. A nursing home should be a safe place for elderly individuals to receive care. Tragically, thousands of nursing home residents are neglected yearly in Missouri. Some cases end in death. If you lost a loved one due to nursing home neglect, Dempsey Kingsland & Osteen has...
Read MoreWhen looking for an attorney for medical malpractice, there are several considerations to remember. Today, we’ll discuss the important things to keep in mind when looking for the best firm to represent you. Medical Malpractice Is All Too Common A simple mistake in a diagnosis or during a medical procedure does not necessarily constitute malpractice. To rise to the...
Read MoreIf you or a loved one sustained an injury due to a healthcare professional’s negligence, it’s possible to get compensation for your injuries. But many people who find themselves in this situation wonder, What is the average medical malpractice settlement? You might find a number of online calculators purporting to provide a reasonable estimate of the settlement value of...
Read MoreWhen you have a medical issue, you rely on the expertise of healthcare professionals. Often, you place your life in their hands. Sometimes something goes wrong, but you can comfort yourself knowing your treatment providers did everything they could. Other times, something goes wrong because your treatment provider acted improperly. When that happens, medical malpractice claims help compensate for...
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...
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