Category: Medical Malpractice

The Role of Negligence in Medical Malpractice Cases

The Role of Negligence in Medical Malpractice Cases

When people seek treatment at a hospital or from a medical provider for their injuries or illnesses, they rarely worry that the care they will receive will be substandard. Unfortunately, however, some healthcare professionals deliver substandard care to patients and make critical errors that could cause harm. Medical errors are much more common than you […]

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How to Navigate the Medical Malpractice Claims Process

How to Navigate the Medical Malpractice Claims Process

When you have suffered injuries and harm because of a doctor’s medical mistakes, you likely feel overwhelmed and unsure of what to do. Many victims of medical malpractice hesitate to file claims because of the complex nature of the process. However, by filing a medical malpractice claim, you might recover full compensation for your losses […]

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What Are The Signs Of Kernicterus?

What Are The Signs Of Kernicterus?

It is common for babies born in The U.S. to have some level of jaundice at birth. Jaundice is a condition in which bilirubin, which is a pigment that is normally broken down in the liver, builds up and causes the baby’s eyes, skin, and tissues to appear yellow. While jaundice might sound scary, it […]

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Can Retinoblastoma be Fatal

Can Retinoblastoma Be Fatal?

Learning that your child has retinoblastoma can be devastating. You might be worried that your child could die, might be left with permanent blindness in one or both eyes, or potentially lose an eye. Once the shock of the diagnosis recedes, you might wonder whether you could have legal recourse for your child’s diagnosis and […]

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What Is Stevens-Johnson Syndrome Caused By?

What Is Stevens-Johnson Syndrome Caused By?

People take medication to help them manage the symptoms of their conditions. Unfortunately, some people can have severe reactions to and suffer dangerous side effects from certain drugs. One potential complication of certain medications is the development of Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS), which is a rare but serious disorder affecting the skin and mucous membranes that […]

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