Even when you trust a medical professional and put your life into their hands, they can still make poor decisions or costly mistakes that can leave you with serious injuries. But, medical malpractice incidents often pass under the radar because… Read More
Archive for the ‘Medical Malpractice’ Category
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Is an Overdiagnosis Possible?
If you have heard of medical malpractice cases involving diagnostic errors, then you likely know about the dangers of misdiagnosis or missed diagnosis. But the pendulum can also swing to the opposite extreme in what would be called an overdiagnosis.
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What Defines Medical Malpractice
When you give your time, money, and trust to a medical professional then you deserve to receive the best quality treatment to the best of their abilities. Everyone makes mistakes, but when doctors and surgeons have your well being in… Read More
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Medical Errors in Cosmetic Surgery
Much like any medical malpractice situation, surgical errors in cosmetic surgeries can cause significant damages that you should receive compensation for. Cosmetic surgeons can be, and often are, sued for their errors. However there are difficulties in winning a cosmetic… Read More
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Signs of Medical Negligence in Radiology
A radiologist is a specialist whose job is to evaluate and interpret radiological films, that is pictures, for diagnosis. The most common example is x-rays, but this can include MRIs, ultrasounds and even mammograms. Misdiagnosis is an unfortunately prevalent form… Read More
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Defining Medical Malpractice: 3 Frequent Cases
Patients that experience inadequate medical care at the hands of a medical professional are entitled to compensation. Medical malpractice takes many forms and varies in severity, from delayed diagnosis to major organ damage. Any missteps by the doctor, nurse, or… Read More
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What Should You Look For in a Medical Malpractice Lawyer?
Not only are medical malpractice cases incredibly complicated, but they are also intensely personal and require a personal injury lawyer with a proven track record of handling these cases properly. Any quality personal injury law firm should be able to… Read More
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How Negligence, Delays, and Errors Can Lead to Malpractice Claims
Medical malpractice continues to be a significant problem in the United States. In keeping this in mind, it is important for patients to always be informed before they agree to any kind of medical care. As a patient, there are… Read More
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3 Signs You Could Be A Victim Of Medical Malpractice
Are you concerned that you may be a victim of medical malpractice? It is an unnerving feeling when you suspect that you are being taken advantage of by a medical provider. Each year there are many Americans who are unaware… Read More
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Which Medical Errors are the Most Common?
When we go to a doctor’s office or hospital, the last thing we want to worry about is a mistake being made. However, doctors are only human as well, so mistakes are inevitable. Medical errors that lead to injuries or… Read More