We are living through an unprecedented time where nonessential businesses have closed, schools have moved to virtual learning, and everyone is encouraged to stay home except when absolutely necessary. Among the many changes and adjustments we have all had to make due to the Covid-19 pandemic, there are certain legal questions and issues that have […]
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When you sustain an injury due to someone else’s negligence either in the workplace, from a medical professional, in an automobile accident, or in some other scenario, you have a window of time where you can file a lawsuit. This window is called a statute of limitations. Different states have different rules regarding this time […]
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Things don’t always go as planned in the medical world. Patients have adverse reactions to medication. Complications arise during procedures. Diagnoses can sometimes be incorrect. Even with the most skilled doctor, issues can’t always be avoided. But are all these “mistakes” always the doctor’s fault? Some of these issues happen even when the protocol is […]
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When it comes to medical malpractice, there are a lot of misconceptions people have, including the effect malpractice cases have on the cost of healthcare, how doctors respond to malpractice cases, and which situations actually warrant a lawsuit. Below we have debunked a few myths about this intricate and sometimes complicated area of law so […]
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Medical Malpractice cases can be tricky because they involve proving that the quality of care of a particular doctor was different from their usual quality of care and that any comorbidities of the patient were not responsible for whatever the injuries were. Additionally, doctors are often unwilling to settle, meaning many medical malpractice cases end […]
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When a person goes in for surgery, they are likely aware of the fact that there are risks associated with any medical procedure. Being fully aware of those risks is important so the person who is to undergo surgery can completely understand what they may be facing. It is important for patients to be aware […]
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Every time you go to the doctor, you go in with the hope that everything will go as planned and you will walk away in the same, if not better condition that you arrived in. However, when mistakes are made in terms of administering medication, you are the one who suffers and you may be facing […]
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When you go to your doctor, you assume that they will diagnose you with the correct health issue. You trust in your physician to have an understanding of the deficiencies in your health and what you should do to overcome those. One of the most commonly misdiagnosed issues is cancer. If your physician fails to diagnose […]
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When you are prescribed a medication by your doctor, you generally trust that it will help the health issues that you may be experiencing that caused you to need the medication in the first place. You trust that the Federal Drug Administration has tested the drug in order to make sure that there are no […]
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Medical malpractice is complex and involves the expert opinion of medical experts. If you suffered serious and permanent injuries as a result of medical negligence, you may be able to file a medical malpractice lawsuit. First, you should have your medical records reviewed to determine if your case has merit. There are many deadlines for […]
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