Blog
Medical Malpractice FAQ
If you’re a patient who has experienced harm, understanding the fundamentals of medical malpractice is essential to your recovery.
Here are answers to some of our most frequently asked questions about medical malpractice.
How Do I Know if I Have a Medical Malpractice Case?
Did you know that medical error causes nearly 250,000 deaths per year? Yet only 1 in 50 medical malpractice victims file a claim.
Learn how to know when you have a medical malpractice case, and find out what to do next.
The Ultimate 10-Step Guide to Be Your Own Health Advocate
One way to improve your medical experience and treatment results is to be your own health advocate. Advocating for your health empowers you to ask the right questions and get the best answers.
Learn more about health advocacy, why it’s important, and our 10-step guide to advocating for your health.
Misdiagnosed with Cancer? Here’s What to Do Next
Cancer treatment is painful and expensive, so finding out that it was all avoidable is devastating. Your trust is broken, your heart is aching, and you may feel helpless. But just know, you’re not alone. Learn the steps to follow after you’ve been misdiagnosed with cancer.
How to File a Birth Injury Lawsuit
When medical professionals are negligent during childbirth, they may cause birth injuries to both mother and child that cause a lifetime of medical complications. Learn how to file a birth injury lawsuit in Indiana and how a lawyer can help you get the compensation you deserve.
Retained Surgical Foreign Instruments after Surgery
Like any medical procedure, surgery has risks. One often-overlooked but potentially devastating complication is the retention of surgical foreign bodies (RSFB) within a patient’s body after surgery. While rare, if you are a victim of RSFB, you should know the risks, causes, and legal implications in medical malpractice cases.
Understanding Common Types of Surgical Errors & Determining Whether You Are a Victim
Patients trust surgeons to perform procedures with precision and care. Still, surgical errors occur. Surgical errors can have severe consequences for patients, ranging from extended recovery times to permanent injuries and even death. Here’s what you should know about common surgical errors and information about whether you should seek legal representation.
Common Surgical Errors That Can Occur
Surgical errors, classified as medical malpractice, unleash a number of challenges that deeply affect patients and their families. These mistakes can lead to many severe and lasting consequences, and may constitute medical malpractice. If you or a loved one has been the victim of a surgical error, it is important to seek legal representation from an experienced medical malpractice attorney.
Pharmacy Medication Errors and Your Legal Rights
Even with the strictest protocols in place, medication errors can still occur—and when it comes to pharmacy mistakes, the consequences can be severe. Learn about different types of pharmacy mistakes and how you can seek legal help.
Medical Misdiagnosis & Failure to Diagnose in Time
While doctors and medical professionals strive to provide accurate diagnoses, misdiagnoses still happen. Misdiagnoses can have devastating consequences for victims and their families. Learn about misdiagnosis and your rights.