Surgery, while often life-saving or life-enhancing, carries inherent risks. Despite advancements in medical technology and the expertise of surgeons, errors can still occur in the operating room. These errors can lead to complications, extended recovery periods,...
The most common types injuries seen in motor vehicle accidents
Most drivers in New York are no stranger to roadway dangers and have likely had a close call or two during their lives. As you get behind the wheel and take to the road, you have no way of knowing what you may face. You can be a defensive driver, stay focused and do...
Medical malpractice regarding C-sections
When you entrust your health or medical care to a licensed doctor or New York hospital staff, you can expect certain things to never happen. For instance, if you undergo surgery, you can reasonably expect that the surgeon will not leave a foreign object or surgical...
Key examples of medical malpractice you should know
Medical care is expensive. The sum that you pay in the form of medical bills should mean that you have access to competent care that you can trust. While most people go through a satisfactory experience when they receive medical care, some, unfortunately, receive...
Poor communication is a common cause of medical malpractice
If you or a loved one had a bad experience when being treated at a hospital, damages may have been suffered as a result. The poor treatment that you or your loved one received could have caused financial damages in the form of increased medical bills and lost wages,...
Claiming damages for emotional trauma after a car accident
Car accidents can cause more than just physical damages. Those who have been physically injured in a car accident can suffer injuries that affect them for the rest of their lives. However, these people may believe that the emotional injuries they suffered affected...
A delayed diagnosis can affect a patient’s prognosis
When people experience pain or other unpleasant symptoms that suggest the existence of an illness, it is common for them to have an instinctive feeling that something is not quite right. When they visit their medical provider, they will likely trust their doctor's...
Can antidepressants during pregnancy cause birth injuries?
Going through a pregnancy can be both a joyous and emotional time for most expectant mothers. The hormonal fluctuations during pregnancy can lead to women experiencing a low mood for prolonged amounts of time, and it has been reported that one in four women in the...
The elements needed to make a medical malpractice claim
Having to undergo surgery or another type of medical treatment can be emotionally taxing, even when there are no complications. However, if you had a bad experience when receiving health care, this could have the power to impact your quality of life for a considerable...
Failure to treat appendicitis can constitute medical malpractice
If you have suffered appendicitis in the past, you will know that it is a very painful and dangerous condition. People of any age can suffer from appendicitis, and, in fact, it is estimated that 5 percent of people in the United States will suffer from it at some...