Doctors, surgeons and medical staff save many lives each day across the country. Unfortunately, however, medical professionals are not immune from making human errors. Some studies suggest that medical errors are the third leading cause of death in the United States....
When you or a loved one is ill, you trust that the health care facility and the professionals therein will help you get back on your feet. The last thing you expect is for the physician attending to you to act negligently or commit wrongdoing that can result in injury...
There are numerous ways that a medical mistake could leave you with lasting brain damage, from a surgeon botching a procedure to a medical team operating on the wrong area of the brain. But one of the greatest risks is through a lack of oxygen. In various different...
Your doctor plays a crucial role during the delivery of your unborn child. They provide advice and screening for high-risk during pregnancy and guide you through the labor process with advice and medical interventions when necessary. Unfortunately, doctors can make...
Where improper treatment or negligent medical care has resulted in the injury of a patient, medical malpractice may be applicable. Medical malpractice suits in Indiana are subject to a statute of limitations. The statutory time frame for medical malpractice litigation...
In some ways, coming up with a diagnosis is equal parts art and science. While a disease like cancer may have certain hallmarks, each patient can present slightly differently. Regardless of the nuances that come with practicing medicine, your doctor has an obligation...
If you or a loved one is hurt because of medical errors, you are probably wondering what you can do to get compensated. You should know that the hospital has likely already taken steps to protect itself against a malpractice case. Avoiding having doctors or surgeons...
When people talk about accidental overdose deaths, they’re often thinking about those who overdose on illegal drugs or who take medications in an illegal fashion. For instance, opioid overdoses are common when painkillers are used recreationally or when people are...
Anyone can make a mistake, even those who work in medicine. Unfortunately, the mistakes made by medical professionals can be more devastating than other professional oversights. If you recently discovered a medical mistake after an outpatient surgery or a brief stay...
When you meet your surgeon, you hope to feel comfortable with them. They’re going to carry out a highly complicated procedure, and one mistake could change your life forever. You want someone you trust. With that in mind, you may be wondering if age tells you...
