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surgeon removing a spleen instead of a kidney in medical malpractice case
What was supposed to be a routine and uncomplicated surgery to remove a diseased kidney turned into a nightmare for one patient. A Fresno County patient underwent surgery to remove their left kidney. The patient was discharged once the procedure was complete.  It was then that a mistake was discovered. Instead of removing the patient’s...
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In any medical malpractice case, others may be liable beyond the medical professional who provided negligent care. Any party whose careless conduct contributed in some way to the medical error or injury is potentially liable for damages. This includes entities like doctors’ offices and hospitals whose employees commit negligent acts. It may be surprising, then,...
lawyer studying the new medical malpractice laws in California
The law can be slow to change; however, when changes in the law do occur, they are usually worth noting. Such is the case with Assembly Bill (AB) 35, signed into law by California Governor Gavin Newsom in May 2022. This new law makes two significant changes to California’s Medical Injury Compensation Reform Act (MICRA). ...
lawyer showing a client how to file a medical malpractice claim against a hospital in california
Medical malpractice refers to a legal action brought against a healthcare practitioner as a result of the provider performing (or not performing) actions that were negligent or fell below the required standard of care, and the provider’s actions thereby causing harm to the patient.  Common instances include when a provider does the following: Diagnoses an...
woman after being assaulted/having medical battery done to her.
What’s the difference between medical battery and medical malpractice? Although they seem the same, they are entirely different situations. Generally, medical battery involves a physician or medical staff intentionally inflicting harm on a patient. In comparison, medical malpractice requires negligence (typically unintentional) on behalf of health care providers.  If you’ve suffered serious injuries resulting from...
doctor misdiagnosing a patient leading to medical malpractice in california
Did you know that medical misdiagnosis is the third-leading cause of death in the U.S.? Due to the nature of neurological disorders, the likelihood of physician misdiagnoses is exceptionally high.  With that in mind, if you or a loved one has suffered injuries or unnecessary harm due to a misdiagnosed neurological condition, you may be...
doctor contemplating what to do after committing medical malpractice.
Roughly 690 people die per day in the U.S. due to medical errors. That makes medical malpractice the fourth leading cause of death in the United States, ranking just behind heart disease, cancer, and now, COVID-19. In addition to fatalities, countless more injuries resulting from medical errors happen daily. With that in mind, if you...
doctor apologizing to his patient to avoid a medical malpractice claim
Apologizing for something can repair relationships and is considered an integral aspect of communication. However, apologies are controversial in the medical system. Physicians may want to apologize to patients who have suffered because of medical errors, but they are unable to disclose any errors to patients or their loved ones because the likelihood of providing...
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Patients depend on medical professionals to diagnose and treat medical conditions. One of the most devastating medical conditions can be a stroke. Under most circumstances, strokes present with hallmark signs and symptoms which makes their diagnosis relatively routine, but sometimes, even the most qualified or experienced medical professionals can fail to diagnose strokes that present...
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The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and other government entities have declared that the United States is in an opioid abuse epidemic. Medical providers often prescribe opioids to patients as a treatment for pain, but when prescribed incorrectly, such as doses too strong or prescribed for too long, patients can become addicted. With the prolonged...
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