Not only is it a painful and emotional experience to lose a loved one, but the situation is even more challenging when the death was caused by the negligence or reckless acts of another person. You need to prioritize your grief and healing, which is… Read More
Medical Malpractice Suits and Private Equity Shields for Doctors
According to recent data, 9.5% of all annual deaths in the United States occur due to medical errors. With medical malpractice being the leading cause of death in our country, it’s more important than ever for patients to understand their rights. If you or a… Read More
Understanding Wrongful Death Claims: Seeking Justice for Summer Tragedies
You can file a personal injury lawsuit when you’re injured in an accident. Some accidents don’t just end in injuries. Unfortunately, some become fatal. When these kinds of horrible accidents occur, family members can file wrongful death claims to get compensation from those who caused… Read More
Was a Surgical Sponge or Gauze Left Behind After Surgery? What to Do Next
It’s your worst nightmare to discover that your surgeon left a tool or surgical sponge inside you after closing you up at the end of your surgery. You’ve probably heard horror stories and given it a thought or two before your own surgery, but everything… Read More
7 Signs that Something Is Wrong Post-Surgery
When you plan to have surgery, you look forward to the amazing results that the doctor told you to expect. You long to feel that sense of relief when you hear that things have gone well and your surgery is over. This is what most… Read More
Examining the Effects of Texas Tort Reform
When people think about common causes of death in the United States, cancer, heart disease, and car accidents are often the first to come to mind. After all, heart disease and cancer are the two leading causes of death in the U.S. But do you… Read More
Head Cold Costs Insurer a Shocking $25,865
Earlier this fall, 40-year-old Brooklyn resident Alexa Kasdan went to the doctor to get checked out for strep throat. About to leave on vacation, the last thing Kasdan wanted was to deal with a head cold during her trip. She visited her local primary care… Read More
Sovereign Immunity Causing Roadblock for Victims of Medical Malpractice in Texas
Are you familiar with the term “sovereign immunity” as it relates to filing a medical malpractice lawsuit in Texas? As our own Maria Wormington discussed in a recent article, sovereign immunity is creating serious roadblocks for individuals in Texas who have suffered an injury as… Read More
Mentally Disabled Woman “willfully Tortured” By Caretakers
The country is full of facilities designed to care for and treat individuals who cannot properly care for themselves, including nursing homes. Some healthcare facilities specialize in caring for individuals with mental disabilities. Many of the patients are older and have no way of caring… Read More
Second Death At West Virginia Va Hospital Ruled As Homicide
Hospitals and medical facilities exist so that the general public has a place they can go for any of their medical emergencies or conditions. In many instances, patients are required to stay in these facilities to receive the treatment they require. The majority of hospitals… Read More