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Checklist for Patients Considering a Medical Malpractice Claim
Medical malpractice arises when a healthcare provider’s negligence results in harm or injury to a patient. Negligence involves the failure of a healthcare provider to meet the standard of care that a reasonable healthcare professional of the same specialty would have provided in similar circumstances. This can include errors in diagnosis, treatment, or managing… Read More »
Umbilical Cord Prolapse Birth Injury Claims
During pregnancy, the umbilical cord is the lifeline between the mother and the unborn baby. It transports nutrients and oxygen from the mother to the baby while removing waste products. Umbilical cord prolapse (UCP) is a complication that happens just before or during delivery. UCP is a dangerous condition that can have devastating consequences,… Read More »
Multiple Sclerosis Misdiagnosis
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a condition that affects the central nervous system (CNS). Symptoms of MS vary from individual to individual but commonly include vision problems, muscle stiffness, cognitive changes, tiredness, and numbness or weakness in the arms and legs. MS symptoms can come and go or worsen over time. Typically, when a person… Read More »
Exceptions to Georgia’s Statute of Limitations for Medical Malpractice
In Georgia, after suffering harm due to a medical professional’s negligence, the victim may file a medical malpractice claim and seek justice and compensation. Unfortunately, medical malpractice is quite common in Georgia. Common types of medical malpractice include surgical, diagnosis, anesthesia, and medication errors. However, medical malpractice claims in Georgia are subject to a… Read More »
Exceptions to Georgia’s Statute of Limitations for Medical Malpractice
In Georgia, after suffering harm due to a medical professional’s negligence, the victim may file a medical malpractice claim and seek justice and compensation. Unfortunately, medical malpractice is quite common in Georgia. Common types of medical malpractice include surgical, diagnosis, anesthesia, and medication errors. However, medical malpractice claims in Georgia are subject to a… Read More »
What Happens to Doctors Found Guilty of Medical Malpractice?
People depend on doctors to treat them when they fall ill or suffer an injury. When you go to a doctor, the last thing you expect is to end up in a worse condition than before. Unfortunately, such situations are not uncommon. Going to a doctor and ending up in a worse condition than… Read More »
Distracted Doctoring
Digital distraction has become a huge problem. People are distracted by phones and other gadgets. Most people, if not everyone, know the dangers of distracted driving. Using a phone or another electronic device while behind the wheel can have catastrophic consequences. That is why drivers are urged to put their gadgets away while behind… Read More »
Types of Labor and Delivery Malpractice
Labor and delivery are critical times in the lives of the mother and the newborn. This process begins with the onset of labor contractions and ends with the baby’s birth. The process of childbirth can occur naturally or may require medical interventions such as induction, the use of delivery instruments, or a cesarean section… Read More »
Settlements of Birth Injury Cases
Birth injuries can have devastating effects on both the child and their family. A birth injury is a type of injury that occurs to a child during the birth process. It can happen before, during, or after delivery. Birth injuries can result in physical, emotional and financial burdens. Birth injuries can occur due to… Read More »
Hypoglycemia and Medical Malpractice
Hypoglycemia occurs when blood sugar or glucose levels fall below the normal range. A lack of glucose can cause the brain to shut down certain functions. While many people can manage hypoglycemia, severe cases can lead to serious health problems. If not treated properly, hypoglycemia can result in death. Hypoglycemia can occur for various… Read More »