Undergoing treatment for a serious illness or disease is one of the most difficult things that a person can face. Every year in the U.S., millions of people visit a physician to address a health concern that they’re battling. Everyone hopes that they’re getting the best possible medical care. After all, we tend to trust […]
Category Archives: Medical Malpractice
Understanding Emergency Room Negligence and Standard of Care
ER’s are unquestionably one of the most chaotic places in a hospital. This is even more true on busy days when there is a multitude of patients coming in that need immediate care. There’s no question that ER doctors definitely don’t have an easy job. Having said that, this doesn’t excuse them from making serious […]
Prescription Error: Who is Responsible?
No matter what type of personal injury case you are dealing with, determining fault is not always clear. And identifying negligence is typically even more so difficult in cases of medical malpractice. When you go to seek medical treatment, a team of trained experts work together to operate, treat, and observe you – especially when […]
Medical Negligence: 4 Questions to Ask Before Pursuing a Claim
The ever-changing medical landscape and unknown factors when it comes to medical treatment often make certain procedures and surgeries risky. Medical professionals are required to share any known, potential complications and side effects before treating a patient. But still, some patients suffer worsening conditions or injuries after a procedure – and not from any known […]
Dangerous Drug Lawsuits
Drug manufacturers are tasked with creating both safe and effective remedies that are labeled accurately and in compliance with the law. Yet, thousands of people suffer from injuries, complications, or side effects that were not warned about each year. These defective and dangerous drugs are the result of insufficient research and testing by drug companies […]
Misdiagnosis Malpractice Claims
When a doctor or medical professional takes the wrong course of action or lack thereof, it can lead to serious harm for the patient at hand and sometimes death. The most recent report from the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania reveals that the number of medical malpractice filings in the state have decreased significantly since 2002, […]
Medical Malpractice: What is a Certificate of Merit?
If you find yourself in a medical malpractice lawsuit, you will most likely be required to submit what is called a Certificate of Merit. This report may also be referred to as an Affidavit of Merit or Offer of Proof. Many states have enacted this portion of the process in an attempt to reduce the […]
How Surgical Errors Can Lead to Long Recovery Times
The number of medical malpractice cases occurring every year is estimated to be around 85,000 with the level of medical malpractice injuries approximating to be 1 million. Medical malpractice has significant effects on a patient due to its impedance on the patient’s healing process. The surgical errors made by surgeons can range anywhere from operating […]
Common Medical Malpractice Errors That Occur in the Delivery Room
What Takes Place in the Delivery Room? The birth of a baby is one of the most exciting and anticipated times in people’s lives. The delivery room should be a place where everyone is focused on the delivery of a healthy and injury-free baby. Lack of focus or failed proper use of skill and care […]
Common Anesthesia Errors That Can Lead To Medical Malpractice
We depend greatly on doctors and medical professionals to do the best job they can. But, even the most trusted healthcare professionals make mistakes. Medical malpractice is an issue that is far too common these days. Anesthesia is essential to prevent patients from feeling any pain during medical procedures. However, when anesthesia errors occur due […]