A hospital provides medical care when you need it most. If you feel worse instead of better while undergoing treatment, could the hospital face blame? Medical malpractice cases do not just arise at medical practices but often inside the hospital. Negligence can come...
Medical Malpractice
Forcep use could result in facial paralysis
During childbirth, you rely on your doctors to ensure your safety and your baby's safety. Unfortunately, birth injuries can happen due to the misuse of instruments during childbirth. Out of 1000 live births, 10 infants will face injury to their facial nerve. This can...
What is the burden of proof in a medical malpractice case?
When you file a lawsuit against a medical professional for negligence, you have the burden to prove your claims. This requirement hinges on the basis of the American legal system that says someone is innocent of any wrongdoing until someone else can prove that person...
How can distractions during surgery lead to serious errors?
No matter what kind of surgery a person needs, they may start to feel physically worse in the time after they leave the hospital. Various kinds of surgical errors are far more common than people may think and they can happen when a medical professional does not pay...
How can prescription errors happen when a doctor is distracted?
Dealing with the aftermath of a prescription error can feel frustrating and tiring. These mistakes can often happen because your doctor or medical professional incorrectly assumed a fact about you while you were at an appointment. Errors could also happen when a...
How to Prepare for Your First Interview with a Medical Malpractice Attorney
Properly preparing for your first interview with a medical malpractice attorney ensures that the legal team has the information they need to provide you with an accurate assessment of your case. The lawyer will consider how your injury occurred, your damages from the...
What are the risks to an infant during a forceps delivery?
When some pregnant women go into labor, the birthing process does not always go as planned and complications may sometimes occur. According to the Mayo Clinic, some problems, such as stalled labor, may require a forceps delivery. While forceps are sometimes necessary,...
How Does Medical Malpractice Differ from Negligence?
How does medical malpractice differ from negligence? Medical malpractice occurs when a medical professional or institution violates a standard duty of care to a patient, causing the patient harm or injury. Medical negligence occurs when a medical professional makes...
Know how to handle problems at nursing homes
Moving to a nursing home is a significant change for a senior. Your elderly parent may have trouble adjusting. However, you should know when your parent's complaints hint at deeper problems within the facility. When a senior first mentions problems, you may want to...
The First Thing You Must Do if You Are Involved in a Boating Accident
What is the first thing you must do if you are involved in a boating accident? The first priority is to keep everyone safe by remaining calm, making sure everyone is still on board or afloat, and providing medical attention to injured parties as soon as possible. The...
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