One of the key elements of a medical malpractice claim is the duty of care that a doctor owes. If they owe that duty and they breach it, either through negligence or intentional action, then the person who suffered harm may be able to sue for medical malpractice. But...
If your child suffers a birth injury, you may believe that it’s an example of medical malpractice. The doctor who was supposed to assist with the birth made a mistake. Maybe they caused injuries with the use of forceps or failed to monitor the child’s vital signs...
Medical instruments must be sterile to prevent infections and complications. When hospitals or clinics fail to properly sterilize tools, patients face serious health risks. Contaminated instruments can introduce bacteria, viruses, or other harmful pathogens into the...
Cerebral palsy is a birth injury that can be caused when a baby’s brain does not get proper oxygen. This can cause a lifelong brain injury, and it often affects muscle movement. Someone who has cerebral palsy may have limited body control and coordination, and they...
If your medical treatment does not work out as hoped, be it an injury to yourself or a birth injury to your child, you may feel someone is to blame. You may believe that if they had only done something differently, all would be well. In such a case you might consider...
Understaffing in hospitals has been a topic of much discussion in recent years, particularly when it comes to nursing. Nurses are the backbone of any medical facility, and without enough, patient care is sacrificed. Outlined below are some key points that emphasize...
Birth injuries can have lifelong repercussions for both the child and their family. When these injuries occur due to medical malpractice, a birth injury lawsuit may be necessary to seek justice and compensation. If you are considering filing a birth injury lawsuit in...
Physician burnout is a growing problem in healthcare that affects both doctors and patients. Burnout can lead to serious mistakes that put patients in danger and, in some cases, even cause wrongful death. Understanding how burnout affects doctors is important to help...
Complications may happen during a birth or labor that could harm either the mother or child -- or both. These injuries could have serious, life-long consequences for victims. While any birth could potentially harm the mother and some babies are born with disabilities...
Medical gaslighting is a real and serious issue in healthcare. It occurs when medical professionals downplay or dismiss a patient's symptoms, leading to inadequate care. While this may be a common experience, women and people of color are two groups who...
