It’s no secret that many industries are suffering from staffing shortages – and pharmacies are no exception. Many of the national pharmacy chains are cutting hours and informing patients that they need to expect a wait when they’re filling prescriptions. For...
Medical Malpractice
Diagnostic errors may be the most common medical malpractice
You don't know what's wrong with you at first. You just know the symptoms. You have an elevated heart rate, frequent headaches and a persistent sense of fatigue even when you get a good night's rest or finish a big cup of coffee. There are actually a surprising number...
Were you actually able to provide informed consent?
Your doctor has to comply with restrictions regarding the treatment that they provide you. Generally speaking, they should only use drugs and treatments approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for a specific purpose. Sometimes, doctors administer a drug for...
Hypoxia: Why it happens and the damage it causes
Hypoxia is a serious medical emergency that can occur in the womb, during labor or after birth. It occurs when the baby does not receive an adequate amount of oxygen to the brain, which can lead to brain injuries. While minor hypoxia may be able to be treated with...
Blood clots could be a sign of malpractice
Medical malpractice cases can be notoriously difficult to set up and win, but if your case is strong, then it is worth looking into building a case against a doctor, medical provider or hospital. Sometimes, errors are so egregious that you simply cannot ignore them or...
What are some common birth injuries?
It's hard to think about an innocent newborn having to face adversity from day one; however, this is sadly far too common. These birth injuries occur for a variety of reasons. Some of the more common ones, as well as the reasons that they take place, are described...
Do major surgical mistakes still happen in the United States?
Anytime you see a doctor, you place a lot of trust in their expertise, but surgery requires absolute faith in the professional caring for you. They will likely render you unconscious or at least administer localized anesthesia. They will cut your body, a process that...
Chronic, painful conditions carry a higher risk of misdiagnosis
Misdiagnosis or failure to diagnose are among the most common medical malpractice issues in modern America. Physicians can make mistakes in their diagnostic processes that result in them either failing to diagnose a patient who presents symptoms or diagnosing them...
