When a mistake resulting from negligence is made in a medical setting, the results can be catastrophic. One avenue of recourse for California victims of these types of incidents is a medical malpractice lawsuit. This type of legal action must be taken within a certain...
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Most common medical errors shouldn’t happen
If you follow California healthcare news, you may have, at one time or another, read about surgical mistakes or other mishaps that resulted in injuries to a patient. Some articles may have even listed certain instances as ''common'' in the healthcare industry....
Postoperative infections could pose a threat to your health
It might come as no surprise that preparing to undergo virtually any type of medical procedure can be a stressful and daunting process. Even a minor operation could carry a certain level of risk, and you might have questions about the possible risks involved and what...
What you should know about misdiagnosis
One in every 20 medical diagnoses is wrong, and that statistic includes only those reported incidents of misdiagnosis. In some situations, the true medical condition eventually corrects itself. In other cases, the undetected illness can worsen, or the treatment for...
What proof is required to make a medical malpractice claim?
A medical malpractice claim is a legal action taken against health care providers who allegedly failed to execute their job appropriately. The damages in these claims are meant to compensate those harmed by the actions of a health care professional for their injuries...
How common are surgical errors?
No matter how routine the medical procedure, patients almost always approach it with trepidation. In many cases, this concern is warranted. Whether it is a surgical error, error in patient monitoring, anesthesia error or pharmacy error, a patient’s life might quite...
Legal options if one’s doctor was under the influence
When they are being treated medically, patients rightly expect doctors and other professionals to be of sound mind. However, the reality is that addiction issues and drug/alcohol abuse can impact people in the medical field just as much as anywhere else. Individuals...
What medical areas face the most malpractice suits?
Medical malpractice lawsuits can take place in any area of medical practice, but some sectors have a higher incidence of these legal actions than others. Those who would like to hold a medical practitioner or business accountable for an injury or wrongful death often...
When should you seek a second medical opinion?
You had a recent medical appointment and your doctor gave you their opinion about your diagnosis or lack thereof. But something seems wrong to you. Deep down, you have a feeling that your doctor is not correct. That he or she missed something important about your...
Did a delayed diagnosis cause you or a loved one harm?
People know their own bodies and know when something is not right. Unfortunately, getting some medical providers in California to investigate can often prove challenging. By the time the issue is found, the damage already done may be severe. What can you do if a...