If you’ve searched the internet for answers about your medical malpractice suit, you are probably reading about how “complex” medical malpractice suits are. Talking about their complexity isn’t just for your information; it’s also a warning. Medical malpractice cases take longer than other personal injury cases. The complexity of a medical malpractice suit determines how long it will take...
Read MoreA doctor cannot guarantee a positive outcome when a patient undergoes surgery. Some surgical complications are unavoidable, but when a patient suffers harm due to a preventable medical error, the injured patient or, if the patient is deceased, their family members may be able to recover compensation for their losses due to surgical malpractice. Generally, a patient must file...
Read MoreMany factors determine the chances of winning a lawsuit against a hospital. It depends on the type of malpractice case you have, whether the other party is willing to settle, and a variety of other factors. In most cases, the odds are stacked against the patient. A patient’s medical malpractice case is less than 50% likely to win if...
Read MoreMisdiagnosis is a serious problem that can have devastating consequences for patients. A misdiagnosis can occur when a doctor fails to accurately diagnose a patient’s illness or injury. This can lead to serious health complications and even death in some cases. In this blog post, we will discuss the ways in which a misdiagnosis can occur and the potential...
Read MoreAre Medical Malpractice Settlements Taxable? If you’ve received a settlement from a medical malpractice lawsuit, depending on the circumstances, if the injury was due to physical injury or illness, emotional distress, or if you had recovered lost wages or punitive damage, you may need to claim the income on your annual taxes. Below, our medical malpractice attorneys at Dempsey Kingsland...
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 MoreBeing injured because of the negligence of a doctor, hospital, pharmacist, or other medical provider can be a terrible and traumatic experience. You are left to deal with the memory of what happened to you, on top of the often significant expenses to rectify the wrongs committed by the doctor. Many victims like you want to file a lawsuit...
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 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...
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