Doctors go through extensive education and training before they’re allowed to handle their own patients. In theory, this thorough preparation would ensure that patients are safely and effectively treated. Sadly, though, this simply isn’t the case. In fact, one recent...
Month: February 2022
The danger of simultaneous surgeries
Medical malpractice encompasses many different situations and scenarios of medical error. One scenario involves a surgeon performing multiple surgeries simultaneously, which can compromise the safety of the patients involved. This scenario can be problematic on many...
Definition of ‘cause of death’ may be changing
Medical malpractice law in our state is constantly evolving. Indeed, a recent Pennsylvania court decision seems to change the definition of the phrase “cause of death.” Case facts A patient went to their primary care doctor for a CT scan. The scan was reviewed by a...
What can I do if I lose a loved one due to a doctor’s error?
Whether we visit our physicians for strep throat or even something much more serious such as cancer, we expect our medical professionals to treat our ailments properly. After all, they are supposed to be the experts. That is why it can be so distressing to lose a...