In 2006, the New England Journal of Medicine did a study that revealed the average time duration of a medical malpractice case is five years. However, there are many factors going into this number, and not all of them can… Read More
Archive for the ‘Medical Malpractice’ Category
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Are Hospital and Nursing Home Negligence on the Rise?
Claims of medical malpractice in general have been rising over the past few decades. Many assume this is because more and more patients are looking for ways to get rich quick–however, in reality, the increase is due to the fact… Read More
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How Can a Spinal Cord Injury Be Caused by Medical Malpractice?
Medical errors and surgical injuries occur more than a lot of people want to admit. In fact, around 98,000 people die per year due to preventable medical errors. These errors can be due to inebriation, lack of education, fatigue, lack… Read More
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The Devastating Long Term Effects of Shoulder Dystocia
Among the many birth injuries that can occur during delivery, shoulder dystocia is one of the most disastrous. It doesn’t lead to death, but it does lead to suffering. Shoulder dystocia is an injury to an infant’s brachial plexus, and… Read More
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3 Common Myths About Medical Malpractice Claims
When it comes to something as important as medical malpractice, we can’t afford to allow rumors to spread. There ar e plenty of rumors surrounding medical malpractice that can end up preventing someone from seeking justice for their case…. Read More
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Pregnancy Loss Due to Malpractice: The Story of Heather Fergurson
In the world of medical malpractice, there are many tragic instances. It’s not uncommon to find cases of wrongful death, birth injury, or misdiagnosis. Heather Fergurson, 32, was a victim of all three. In 2011, she was denied both the… Read More
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The Terrifying Results of a Brain Injury Due to Medical Malpractice
The brain is the most valuable aspect of our body. During surgery, the utmost care should be taken by medical professionals to ensure that no damage is done to the brain. In most cases, procedures are safely conducted and there… Read More
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Why Is It So Difficult to Find Fault in a Catastrophic Truck Accident?
On a large scale, most commercial truck drivers are very responsible and safe. Their job is to travel professionally and efficiently, and they are well-aware of the serious risks that can come from their mistakes. However, despite the careful actions… Read More
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How to Determine Nursing Home Neglect of an Alzheimer’s Patient
It’s understandable that some families need to invest in nursing home care in order to take proper care of their loved one. It ensures that the family member will be cared for, properly fed and given all the right necessities… Read More
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What is Kernicterus and How Can it Easily Be Prevented?
When it comes to birth injuries, Kernicterus is perhaps one of the easiest to prevent. There should be no reason at all, aside from medical malpractice, for why Kernicterus should occur. This can classify as a serious birth injury that… Read More