When 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 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...
Read MoreThe medical world thrives on precision and care, on decisions made in seconds, and on choices between life and death. In such a delicate environment, mistakes are bound to occur. Medicine remains a human endeavor despite its march toward perfection. And where humans tread, error often follows. Recent studies indicate that medical mistakes cause up to 251,000 deaths in...
Read MoreA statute of limitations is a law that establishes a specific time period during which a person must file a lawsuit after suffering injury or harm. In other words, it’s a deadline. If you miss the deadline, you may be barred from filing a lawsuit. The length of time a statute of limitations law allows for the filing of...
Read MoreWhen you trust a doctor with your health, you expect to receive the best care possible and for your well-being to be protected. When doctors fail to live up to these standards, it can have devastating physical, emotional, and psychological consequences. If you decide to talk to an attorney about medical malpractice you or a loved one experienced, preparing...
Read MoreWhen we go to a hospital, we should expect compassion from our healthcare providers and treatment for our injuries. When a patient suffers physical and emotional injuries due to hospital negligence, it can feel traumatic. When a hospital breaches its duty in providing care, you may have the right to recover monetary compensation for the physical injuries and emotional...
Read MoreOne of the most grave mistakes a doctor can make is surgically removing the wrong body part or organ. Although this seems like an avoidable mistake, it happens with surprising frequency. Cases involving the wrong body part of organ removal can result in severe life-long injuries and changes to patient quality of life, including the need for ongoing medical...
Read MoreThe legal world of medical wrongdoing is filled with all kinds of jargon and unusual concepts. Without proper explanation, these can seem overwhelming and alien to many people. As a result, we have curated this comprehensive guide to understanding medical wrongdoing. Our goal is to equip you with the knowledge needed to identify, respond to, and seek justice in...
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