Medical Malpractice
What Is Placenta Accreta?
There are many mechanisms in your body that are there to support a baby when you are pregnant. From the uterus to the umbilical cord to hormone production, a woman’s body is prepared to grow and sustain her child. The placenta is another one of these necessary mechanisms. Its role is to supply oxygen and…
Read MoreCauses and Health Effects of Radiology Errors
Radiology plays a critical role in the diagnosis and treatment of numerous medical conditions. Through the use of advanced imaging techniques, such as X-rays, CT scans, MRIs, and ultrasounds, radiologists can visualize the internal structures of the body and provide invaluable insights to healthcare providers. Accurate radiological interpretations are essential for guiding treatment decisions and…
Read MoreHow Medical Sedation Can Go Wrong
When thinking of medical sedation, we may think that there is awake, and there is unconscious. While this may be the case for some procedures, there are often levels of sedation in between, and they all require a practiced and focused eye so that the patient’s health is not put in danger. Medical sedation is…
Read MoreMismanagement of Hypertension During Pregnancy, Labor, and Delivery
Being pregnant can be as difficult as it is exciting. There are lots of aspects of life to take care of before the arrival of your newest family member. Perhaps the baby’s room still needs work, or the stroller hasn’t shipped out yet. All of these worries on top of your other everyday tasks and…
Read MoreThe Importance of Expert Witnesses in Medical Malpractice Cases
Medical malpractice is a complex area of law that often involves technical and scientific evidence. As a result, expert witnesses play a crucial role in many medical malpractice cases. In Kentucky, expert witnesses are often essential to proving liability and damages in medical malpractice cases. In this blog post, we will discuss the importance of…
Read MoreGovernment Report Shows High Instances of Misdiagnoses
Healthcare providers in hospitals are supposed to be professionals in their field. That means that they’ve been trained and educated in diagnosing and treating those with medical problems. They provide critical assistance to the general public, and we are very grateful for all the hard work they do. We understand that even doctors and nurses…
Read MoreFor Victims of Medical Malpractice, Choosing the Right Lawyer Matters
One of the leading causes of death in the United States is medical error. There have been countless articles and studies showing just how much of a problem it is. You would be forgiven for thinking that all this data and evidence must have led to a reckoning in the medical field, and that victims…
Read MoreWhy Is Medical Malpractice a Civil Claim and Not a Criminal One?
Medical malpractice and negligence has long been a hot-button issue in the healthcare community. Medical malpractice can encompass a variety of errors, including misdiagnosis, wrong site surgery, and medication mistakes. Any medical error can cause harm, from the preventable progression of a condition to the untimely death of a patient. When you or someone you…
Read MoreHow to Sue a Doctor for Pain and Suffering
In most states in the United States, victims of medical malpractice are entitled to sue for pain and suffering. Medical negligence can be difficult to identify, but some common causes include surgery performed incorrectly or on the wrong patient, surgery performed without anesthesia, medication errors during hospitalization due to poor supervision by nurses/nursing assistants, and…
Read MoreCivil Claims for Surgical Errors
Unfortunately, surgical errors are common. They lead to large numbers of patients filing a significant number of medical malpractice lawsuits each year. Sometimes, hospitals and doctors are overwhelmed with patients and surgeries, which leads them to not have enough time to deal with the patients individually. But that’s no excuse. If you or a loved…
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