When it comes to medical malpractice claims, your credibility is your strongest asset. Unfortunately, it is easier than you think to undermine the strength of a case. There are a few mistakes that everyone should watch for when navigating their medical malpractice...
Medical Malpractice
Common emergency room errors that can endanger hospital patients
Hospital negligence can unfortunately come in many forms. A large number of hospital negligence cases, however, occur among people who come to the emergency room and need high-quality care the most. Emergency room errors happen in large part due to the high-speed,...
What is the “standard of care” in medical malpractice?
Unfortunately, you can get hurt because of someone else’s mistake. When you can prove that the error incurred serious injuries and losses, you can file a claim for monetary compensation. Such a claim can include pursuing damages for negligence during medical...
When can a surgical error be fatal?
The worst fear of many patients is the possibility of negligence or carelessness occurring during surgery, leaving them powerless to intervene. Although surgical errors are relatively rare, there are times when they can be fatal. By understanding when a surgical error...
3 major causes of wrongful death in hospitals
In the eyes of most citizens, hospitals stand as a beacon representing the pinnacle of healthcare. When an emergency situation occurs, you might expect that you can rush to the hospital and everything will be alright because at least the staff will spare no effort to...
Suspecting Medical Malpractice
Medical malpractice is the third leading cause of death in the United States. If you or a loved one believe you have experienced medical malpractice, here are some steps you should take: Get Your Medical Records Medical records are one of the most important pieces of...
Why does wrong-site surgery occur?
As a patient, you understand that surgery is a delicate process and that there is always a certain amount of risk to expect. What you do not expect is that a surgeon could perform surgery on the wrong part of your body after spending so much time discussing the issue...
How long do I have to file a medical malpractice claim?
When a doctor or member of medical staff fails to provide a patient with the care they deserve, the patient can suffer considerable injuries, suffering, or even death. Anyone can suffer from medical malpractice, and a malpractice claim may be the only method of...
President Biden Places Ban on Surprise Medical Bills
What is the No Surprises Act? As of January 1st, 2022, federal law has banned “surprise medical bills.” The No Surprises Act bans unexpected charges known as out-of-network medical bills. . Patients now have the autonomy to seek medical help without worrying about...
What is Medical Malpractice?
Medical malpractice is a subset of personal injury. Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider or a medical entity commits a negligent act which causes injury to a patient. Medical malpractice can be caused by a doctor, surgeon, registered nurse, clinician,...