Medical Malpractice

Beyond the Hospital: How Digital Audit Trails Are Changing the Medical Malpractice Playbook

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The New “Black Box” of Healthcare The scrub nurse clicked “medication administered” in the hospital’s electronic health record (EHR) at 02:03 a.m. Two hours later an infusion pump alarmed, and by dawn a previously stable patient was on life support. When the malpractice suit reached discovery, the defense insisted the record proved timely care. But the […]

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How to File a Claim against Government Agencies in Indiana

While it may be easy to file a claim against a private hospital for medical malpractice, what happens when you’re injured in a public hospital? Do you sue the doctor, or should you sue the government? In addition to this legal dilemma, a claim brought against the government is increasingly lengthy, with numerous rules, conditions,

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How to File a Medical Malpractice Lawsuit

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, is a city celebrated for its sunny beaches, thriving arts scene, and bustling waterways, often called the “Venice of America.” Its vibrant community and robust healthcare system attract residents and visitors alike. However, even in a city renowned for its quality of life, the healthcare system is not immune to errors that

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Filing a Medical Malpractice Claim in Baltimore: Step-by-Step Guide

Medical malpractice can have serious and life-altering consequences, physically, emotionally, and financially. If you or a loved one has been injured due to the negligence of a healthcare professional, it’s important to know what steps to take in order to seek justice and compensation. The Claim Process for Medical Malpractice Claims Here is a step-by-step

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Understanding DSOs: An Overview for Dentists Considering Partnership

What are the pros and cons for dental professionals signing up for a DSO? Over the past few years, the Dental Service Organization (DSO) is a movement that has demonstrated some of the most significant changes to the operation, management and marketing of dental practices. DSOs became more important – and popular – in the

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The Opioid Crisis – Prescription Drug Lawsuits in Chicago: Know Your Rights

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The U.S. is facing an opioid crisis, with prescription drug and other cases being heard across the country. A look at the largest pharmaceutical settlements achieved provides astounding numbers regarding the range of issues that have affected ordinary people in the United States. One of the most effected areas in the country so far as

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7 Tips When Looking To File a Lawsuit as a Nurse

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Lawsuits from nurses may seem a reasonably improbable or infrequent basis for legal claims, but nurses are increasingly taking a stand against actions that could or do end their careers. Just as nurses from overseas (mainly the Philippines) are suing for quitting nursing jobs that they find are underpaid compared to their US colleagues, so

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Medical Malpractice And What You Need To Know If You Fall Victim To It

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Medical malpractice lawsuits are some of the most emotionally and legally challenging cases anyone can take, and yet such events are involved in as many as 20,000 lawsuits annually – plus leading to or causing the deaths of as many as 10 per cent of deaths in the US. They are complex cases that do

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When Can You Sue for Medication Errors?

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  Medication errors in the United States are common, with around 100,000 reports of suspected medication errors, according to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The FDA reports the errors based on reports from drug companies, healthcare professionals and consumers, which come via MedWatch, the FDA’s safety information and adverse event reporting program. A medication

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A Guide to Personal Injury Compensation – What Can You Claim?

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Personal injury compensation claims are more common than anyone might like or expect, with the most common being auto accidents, but including medical malpractice, wrongful death, product liability, slip and fall and others. Such claims abound.  According to the National Center for Health Statistics, almost 31 million Americans  receive medical treatment as a result of

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