The last thing anybody wants to think about when coming to a hospital is getting worse, not better, mainly due to hospital-acquired infection. Not only are hospital-acquired infections common, but they are on the rise in many states across the…
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Licensed healthcare professionals have a legal duty and professional obligation to follow an industry standard of care. When a healthcare professional fails to abide by this standard of care and the patient suffers an injury, it is possible to hold…
When a person undergoes any form of surgery, the procedure will always be a serious matter. While surgical errors can occur as a result of any surgery, errors do not always imply that a medical malpractice occurred. This article will…
Some of the most important factors in the prevention of a birth injury are to recognize fetal distress or other conditions that can lead to significant distress and to perform a prompt C-section when there is distress. When a birth…
Patients who undergo surgery not only place their trust on a surgeon’s hands, but patients also trust anesthesiologists to make appropriate decisions throughout the medical procedure. When these medical caretakers fail to act according to the medical standard of care,…
In a majority of deliveries, parents of a newborn can be entirely captivated by meeting their infant for the first time that they will fail to recognize the signs of birth injuries. One of the most devastating injuries an infant…
Even though the role of an anesthesiologist can be just as important as the surgeon, most patients do not consider the importance of anesthesia until the day of the surgery. The aftermath of an anesthesia error can be very serious…
Recent data shows that about 1 in every 250,000 patients pass away as a result of anesthesia complications. In many surgical procedures, the process of administering anesthesia is one of the most dangerous parts. Unfortunately, anesthesia errors and complications occur…
In California, hospital patients have what is commonly referred to as a reasonable right to anticipate good medical assistance when being cared for by a medical professional. Physicians need to provide their patients with a reasonable standard of care. A…
Anesthesia is a vital part of modern medicine that permits medical professionals the ability to perform procedures and surgeries that otherwise would not be possible. Regrettably, anesthetic errors are among the most common sources of medical malpractice cases. When an…
Every state in the nation will have its own laws concerning wrongful death claims. This will include who qualifies to file a claim and what forms of compensation is available. This article will serve to provide insight on the most…
When a hospital has made an error that rises to the extent of negligence, the patient has the right to obtain financial compensation for the resulting grievances. Although medical malpractice statutes were set to protect the rights of those who…
A person who is injured or sick has the right to expect a certain standard of care when he or she is being treated in a medical facility in the State of California. Although in most cases, the medical staff…
Although there has been an abundance in the advancement of technology and the overall process of a baby’s birth, the procedure is still a delicate one and requires a great deal of attention. When a birth injury happens, the situation…
Anesthesia is an essential sedative that can help to prevent a patient from feeling pain during a medical procedure. The administration of anesthesia, however, does not come without risk. A medical mishap can occur at any time when anesthesia is…
When medical malpractice occurs, one of the most devastating consequences involves severe brain injury or damage. The effects of a brain injury can be wide-ranging. While some injuries can result in minor cognitive impairment, other victims can enter into a…
Without a doubt, Kaiser Permanente is one of the biggest medical health delivery systems in the United States. With over 9 million members, Kaiser Permanente mandates that all of its organization members resolve all medical malpractice claims and disputes through…
As a medical patient, we often rely on the expertise of the trained medical staff to tend to our medical needs in the utmost professional manner. Unfortunately, there are patients who suffer grievances at the hands of the medical team…
When a person has fallen ill or is in need of medical attention, it is likely that he or she will entrust his or her medical team to make the best healthcare decisions that could help him or her recuperate.…
A hospital could be held liable for any negligence committed by its employees. The hospital, however, will not always be held responsible for any medical malpractice that could occur in the patient’s treatment. The following article will highlight some of…
Anesthesia is a common form of medicine that is given to patients in preparation for surgery. While anesthesia is provided frequently in hospitals across the country, there are mishaps that occur on a regular basis. If the complications that occur…
Medical Negligence in California Doctors are trusted medical professionals who are relied on for diagnosing and treating illnesses. While there are many doctors performing their duty with the highest standard of care, there are thousands of incidents each year where…
Far too many medical mistakes occur in doctors’ offices and hospitals throughout the Country. In many of these cases, victims undergo routine procedures and unsuspectingly become the victims of an injury due to a medical mishap. Unfortunately, these incidents happen…
According to a KTLA post in November of 2016, a California mother sued a health care provider for her son’s delayed diagnosis. A Long Beach mother claimed that doctors misdiagnosed her then 8-month-old son’s injury. He allegedly had a penny…
A California mother claimed medical malpractice after doctors allegedly ignored symptoms that her 8-month-old baby exhibited, according to a November 2016 report on KTLA. According to the mother, her then 8-month-old son was diagnosed with a viral infection after visiting…
If you, or a member of your family, has been seriously injured, because of an avoidable medical mistake, it is critical that you hire the right medical malpractice attorney to represent you. Doctors, nurses and other health care professionals have…
