Category Archives: Medical Negligence
Medical Malpractice in California: A Medical Professional’s Liability for the Failure to Report Child Abuse
According to a journal article published by the AMA Journal of Ethics: Health Law, medical professionals are obligated by legal and ethical standards to uphold patient confidentiality. This requirement, however, is not absolute. A patient’s medical record discretion could be breached (ethically) if there is a safety concern over the patient, if there is… Read More »
Infections in Medical Settings
It is an unfortunate fact of life that any medical setting present the opportunity for the development and progression of infections. However, under certain circumstances, a hospital or other medical facility and its workers can be held subject to civil liability for medical negligence for exposing a patient to an infection or ignoring the… Read More »
Fight for Your Rights After a Prenatal Misdiagnosis in California
Even with the advancement in medical technology, a misdiagnose in the prenatal stage can still occur. When the misdiagnosis occurs because of medical negligence and this ultimately leads to the injury of the fetus or mother, there can be a potential for a medical malpractice claim in the State of California. Parents of an… Read More »
How to Protect Your Rights After a Birth-Related Injury
Any injury that takes place during the prenatal care and/or delivery of a baby can be serious and has the potential to cause life-long harm to the infant. All injuries, despite the size or gravity of the injury, can lead to severe conditions, and even permanent disability (or death). Although birth injuries can be… Read More »
Anesthesia Errors That Result in Death
Anesthesia is a powerful sedative that can help patients through delicate medical procedures. Anesthesia, however, requires specialized training and is so powerful, misuse including life long disability brain damage and/or death could quickly result in devastating physical consequences for the patient. Unfortunately, these types of errors can occur (more often than we would hope)… Read More »
Nursing Home Responsible for Adenovirus Outbreak
A recent federal report regarding an outbreak at a New Jersey nursing home highlighted several disturbing failures on the part of the nursing home staff. Between 09/26/2018 and 12/11/2018, over 33 children and 1 staff member were sickened by adenovirus, ultimately resulting in the deaths of 11 of the sickened children. According to the… Read More »
Causes of Pharmaceutical Error and Malpractice
Every day, thousands of prescriptions get filled by professional pharmacists. This could be at your primary care, at a hospital or even your local drug store. While most prescriptions may be filled correctly, mistakes are unfortunately inevitable. Faulty prescriptions may have devastating and long lasting consequences. These errors may leave one with lifelong, debilitating… Read More »
CAREGIVER-PATIENT ABUSE: THE ULTIMATE BETRAYAL
The breaking news today that a suspect had been identified and arrested for the “sexual assault” of an incapacitated patient at an Arizona long-term care facility brought a flood of emotions and questions. Of course, it is relieving to know that this predator*, posing as a caregiver, was apprehended. However, there are many other… Read More »
Important Factors to Consider When Filing for a Medical Malpractice Claim in the State of California
If you or someone you know has been injured as a result of the carelessness of a medical practitioner or hospital, it is important to know that there may be an opportunity to seek financial compensation for the injuries sustained. As a patient in the State of California, you may have a legal right… Read More »
Medical Malpractice Cases: Identifying Medical Malpractice and the Process of Filing a Claim
If you have ever found yourself seeking medical assistance from a medical professional or hospital, it is likely that you have fully entrusted this medical staff with your well-being and health and often times, your life. You trust that this medical staff has the right knowledge, experience, and medical skills and equipment to help… Read More »
