Medical Malpractice

Patients may be nervous before undergoing a surgical procedure. These feelings are understandable and common even though most surgeries generally go as planned as long as basic safety procedures are implemented and followed When something does go wrong during surgery,...

Being the victim of medical malpractice can be devastating. Patients who are injured due to medical negligence may suffer for the rest of their lives, depending on the extent of their injuries. But when one has unexpected results after a medical procedure or...

Patients who regularly rely on medical devices to keep them healthy should never have to worry about being provided with unsafe equipment. A recent recall of Philips Respironics brand CPAP, BiPAP, and mechanical ventilators has brought to light a serious concern....

Medication errors are preventable events due to the inappropriate use of medications. Medication errors that cause harm are called preventable adverse drug events. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) receives more than 100,000 U.S. reports each year associated...

Medical malpractice suits are filed in every state in association with many different types of medical treatments. In fact, even healthcare providers know the importance of holding other healthcare providers and institutions accountable for dangerous errors and...

Medical errors are one of the top three leading causes of death in the United States. A misdiagnosis can lead to improper care, unnecessary treatments or medications, and a lack of care for the condition one is suffering from. When one visits a medical professional,...

Trevor Noah, a respected writer and comedian best known for hosting The Daily Show, has filed a medical malpractice lawsuit against a hospital and a surgeon at the facility. The suit is related to a procedure Noah had that the lawsuit states caused permanent and...

Medical malpractice is a complicated issue. Patients and their families put a lot of trust in doctors and health care facilities when undergoing treatments. When a child is involved, as in this case, the results of improper medical care can be particularly hard for...

Going to the dentist causes many people to feel anxious, especially when one must undergo a serious procedure like dental surgery. Most dental surgeries go as planned, although the patient may feel some pain and deal with a recovery period. But on occasion, a serious...

Doctors have a responsibility to treat patients with proper care, which includes diagnosing conditions in a timely manner and providing the appropriate treatment. When this doesn’t happen, the results can be serious. Doctors are human, and errors do sometimes occur....