Medication errors are one of the most prevalent forms of medical malpractice and often the most dangerous. Prescribing or administering incorrect medication to a patient can have severe and damaging consequences. Most medication errors can be prevented if medical professionals… Read More
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Recognizing the Signs of Medical Malpractice
If you go to the hospital or doctor’s office for treatment, you expect to get the utmost care and have your needs listened to. Unfortunately, that is not always the case. It happens far too often that medical professionals make… Read More
Common Surgical Errors
Surgeons perform some of the most dangerous and life-threatening work in the medical industry, operating on their patients. Unfortunately, not all surgeons perform their duties with the expected level of care and required of them. Even if a surgical error… Read More
Birth Injuries Caused by Medical Malpractice
By now, you know that cerebral palsy is one of the most common and severe birth injuries caused by medical malpractice. However, many things can go wrong during childbirth, and medical professionals often make mistakes. According to The Department of… Read More
Filing a Claim for a Delayed C-Section
A Cesarean section, also known as a C-section, is a conventional operation doctors use to reduce the risk of complications during labor. C-sections account for about a third of all births in the United States. While C-sections are standard procedures,… Read More
Medical Malpractice Myths Debunked
Studies have shown that medical errors account for over 250,000 deaths in the United States each year. Unfortunately, many patients who suffered from medical negligence do not file their claims due to confusion or misinformation. There are probably more myths… Read More
Emergency Room Malpractice
Emergency rooms are one of the most chaotic places in a hospital. There are doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals constantly rushing to help any patient that walks in the door. If you need urgent care and can not wait… Read More
Can Medical Malpractice Cause Cerebral Palsy?
Cerebral palsy is a disorder that affects a person’s movement, posture, and balance. It is often found in children and is the most common childhood motor disability. Although several factors may cause cerebral palsy, medical malpractice is frequently to blame…. Read More
Types of Medication Errors
When you go to the hospital or doctor’s office to be treated, you expect to be given the utmost standard of care and that all the medical professionals will provide the treatment you need. Unfortunately, it happens far too often… Read More
Understanding Medical Malpractice Lawsuit Requirements in Maryland
In Maryland, a health care professional can be medically negligent if they do not follow the industry standard of care and a patient is injured as a result. In this case, a patient may be eligible to file a medical… Read More