Medical Malpractice

There are times when medical professionals make mistakes, and these mistakes can lead to serious injuries or illnesses for patients. In many cases, injured individuals will be able to file a civil medical malpractice lawsuit in order to recover compensation for their losses. However, medical malpractice claims are challenging, and you may or may not have to go to court. Here, we want to discuss the typical process of a medical malpractice claim and whether...

Research released by Johns Hopkins University researchers indicates that medical errors lead to approximately 250,000 deaths each year in the US. Medical errors undoubtedly lead to many more non-fatal injuries. Unfortunately, there are many types of mistakes healthcare professionals can make that lead to long-term consequences for patients. Misdiagnosis or Delayed Diagnosis A misdiagnosis can be detrimental, particularly if it leads to an individual not receiving the medical care they need or delayed treatment of...

When a patient sustains an injury or illness caused by the negligent or careless actions of a doctor or another type of healthcare provider, they deserve compensation for their losses. However, medical malpractice lawsuits in California can be challenging. Here, we want to discuss the basic steps for filing a malpractice lawsuit against the doctor, and we strongly encourage you to reach out to an attorney who can help you get through these processes. Consultation...

If you or a loved one have been injured or become ill due to the negligent actions of a medical provider in California, you may be able to recover compensation. This can include coverage of your medical bills, lost wages, out-of-pocket expenses, as well as pain and suffering damages. Here, we want to discuss five questions you need to ask yourself before filing a medical malpractice lawsuit, but we strongly encourage you to reach out...

Medical professionals can make mistakes. These mistakes can significantly affect the health and well-being of a patient, and they can even result in the loss of life. However, the medical profession deals with the human body, and complications do arise. What exactly constitutes a medical mistake revolves around not whether a person gets better or worse but rather whether or not the medical professional upheld the standard of medical care when providing treatment. What is...