While many people will never file a civil medical malpractice claim in their lifetimes, most know someone who has, or have at least heard one of the many medical malpractice-related myths. For instance, many proponents of tort reform claim most medical malpractice cases are frivolous or filed by those with only minor injuries. However, reality… Read more »
While we all accept there is a certain amount of risk that comes with receiving medical care, it is also true that in an alarming number of cases, injuries suffered by patients could have been avoided if a healthcare professional had exercised reasonable care. Medical negligence can take several different forms, including everything from surgical… Read more »
What is Medical Malpractice? During medical treatment, if a patient suffers serious or minor harm due to the negligence of the medical practitioner such as the doctor, nursing staff, or any other medical professional, then the institution or individual(s) may be liable for medical malpractice. In the State of Illinois, you have the right to… Read more »
A misdiagnosis can have detrimental and life-threatening consequences, especially when it comes to critical health conditions such as cancer. A misdiagnosis or failure to diagnose cancer can become a difference between life and death for an individual as early detection and treatment is the key to survival from this deadly disease. The sooner the diagnosis… Read more »
With thousands of claims being filed across the USA every year, medical malpractice is a major issue in America. According to Forbes, over 46 billion dollars are being spent to protect physicians from malpractice lawsuits every year. Being the third leading reason behind death in the U.S., malpractice in medical institutions affects thousands, even millions,… Read more »