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When patients seek medical care, they expect to receive a proper diagnosis, treatment for their condition, and follow-up care as needed. Even with the understanding that some medical conditions cannot be prevented or ultimately cured, patients do not expect to suffer new or further harm, let alone death, at the hands of their caregiver….

Each state has its own set of medical malpractice laws. The following is an overview of medical malpractice laws in Arizona. If you have questions or concerns about a specific case, contact an experienced Arizona medical malpractice attorney. What is Medical Malpractice in Arizona? Medical malpractice occurs when a patient suffers harm, injury, or…

Modern medicine should make childbirth safer than ever and birth injuries and deaths a rare occurrence. However, doctors and other health care providers make errors every day, placing mothers and their babies at risk of serious, debilitating injuries. These mistakes can happen at any time during pregnancy or the birthing process. The following is…

More than 250,000 people die in the United States each year as the result of various types of medical malpractice. This makes medical mistakes the third leading cause of death in the country, behind cancer and cardiovascular disease. Some reports claim the number of deaths due to medical malpractice is underreported and could be…

No two medical malpractice claims are alike. However, there are some questions commonly asked by victims of medical malpractice. The following are general answers to these inquiries. If you have a medical malpractice claim or need advice regarding a potential medical malpractice lawsuit, it is imperative you seek the advice of a seasoned medical…

Finding the right nursing home for your loved one can take time, effort, and patience, but we recommend not rushing the process. Before you make a decision, get a clear and full picture of what you are dealing with. While it helps that all nursing homes certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid are regularly evaluated…

A patient can sue for nerve damage caused during surgery if the surgeon’s negligence was the reason for the injury. Nerve damage is a common medical malpractice claim and a high-risk associated with surgery because of how closely surgeons work in proximity to the body’s nerves. All medical professionals, including surgeons, owe their patients…

While it is possible to sue a nursing home for bed sores or neglect, doing so typically requires the assistance of an experienced elder abuse attorney, preferably one familiar with nursing home neglect and medical malpractice cases. What is Nursing Home Neglect? Nursing home neglect occurs when residents in nursing homes do not get…

Elder abuse is a common and serious problem in the United States. The number of elderly who suffer from abuse is thought to be underestimated. This is due in part to victims’ non-reporting. Elder abuse is experienced by about 1 in 10 people aged sixty and older who live at home. More than 643,000…

Choosing a nursing home for yourself or your loved one can be a daunting task. There are some considerations to keep in mind when deciding on the type of facility that will best suit your needs. The following is an overview of the services nursing homes offer, narrowing down your search, and what you…