Medical Malpractice or Mix-up: Figuring It Out
As a patient, you know when something seems wrong with your medical care. But how are you supposed to know if it is a medical mix-up or medical malpractice? According to the U.S. National...
Category: Medical Malpractice
How do I know if my case is medical malpractice?
When something extremely negative happens to you as a patient, you may wonder if you have experienced medical malpractice. Medical malpractice is professional negligence by act or omission by a health care provider....
Doctors Spending More to Avoid Medical Malpractice Liability
Medical malpractice liability payouts in California are capped at $250,000 for non-economic damages, yet doctors continue to spend more on patient tests to reduce their medical malpractice liability. A study by the British Medical...
What’s the difference between medical malpractice and negligence?
Ever wonder what the difference is between medical malpractice and medical negligence? You are not alone. Because the two terms are often used interchangeably, it can be hard to understand which term is correct...
Are hospitals liable for medical malpractice claims against independent contractors?
When physicians who staff hospitals are independent contractors and are not employees of the hospitals where they serve, it can be challenging to determine responsibility for medical malpractice charges brought against them. Is the...
Do Medical Care Costs Increase if I Pursue a Malpractice Case?
Medical malpractice is a serious charge that can tie up patients and doctors for years in litigation. It can be an expensive and grueling...
The Truth about Medical Malpractice Cases in California
In California, the majority of medical malpractice cases do not go to trial. Typically, this is because malpractice lawsuits can be extremely time-consuming and expensive to pursue. For this reason, many health care providers...
Mediation vs. Arbitration in Medical Malpractice
What are the differences between mediation and arbitration when it involves medical malpractice? Here is some general information. If you find yourself in the middle of a medical malpractice lawsuit, then you may be...
New Medical Malpractice Ruling Could Benefit Military Veterans
Military veterans who filed medical malpractice claims against the government but failed to meet the deadlines could see some relief under a breakthrough ruling made last month by the Supreme Court. In April, the...
Are nursing home medication errors considered medical malpractice?
In San Diego County, medication errors are one of the most common problems at assisted living homes – accounting for 15.9 percent of all recorded violations, along with lack of medical care and lack...