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Wrong-site surgery is one of the most devastating types of medical mistakes. It can certainly constitute medical malpractice and may lead to severe injury, disability, disfigurement and other life-altering issues for the patient. That said, there are a few different...
You may experience medical gaslighting when a health care provider ignores, plays down or doesn't believe your symptoms or concerns. Your doctor might say your physical symptoms are all in your head without properly evaluating you. They may downplay your symptoms and...
For kids of any age (and parents, too), Halloween can be one of the most happily anticipated nights of the year. However, excitement can turn to tragedy when accidents happen. Even though “Beggar's Night” is supposed to be filled with fun and spooky delights, parents...
Students generally expect to remain safe while attending classes, living in dorms and otherwise participating in activities on a college campus. However, accidents and injuries can happen. If a student is hurt on campus, they may understandably wonder if they are...
Hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) are infections that patients acquire while in a health care setting for other reasons. These infections can end up leading to health complications that are far more severe than what brought them into the hospital in the first place...
When juries come back with so-called “nuclear verdicts” for malpractice against doctors and hospitals, it seems like the whole world takes note. Indeed, the mega-malpractice claims are becoming more common. According to one company that tracks such verdicts, 2023 set...
There is a lot of trust inherent in a patient-physician relationship. Patients have to provide very private, even embarrassing details about their health and personal lives. They trust that a doctor has the knowledge necessary to properly diagnose them and to oversee...
Effective communication is not just an important element of patient care, it serves as a safety net that guards against the risk of medical errors and malpractice. Yet, despite advances in medical technology and protocols, communication failures remain a significant...
Doctors and medical staff work in high-pressure situations, including life-and-death scenarios. For the most part, medical staff are able to improve the condition of their patients. However, doctors are only human, which means they can make errors. An error in itself...
If you’ve been hurt due to a hazardous condition on another’s property, you may have come across the term “premises liability” when conducting initial research into your legal rights and options. Premises liability is a legal concept typically used in personal injury...