Medical Malpractice Blog
3rd Leading Cause of Death
It’s an interesting comparison - medical malpractice lawsuits are fairly rare in the grand scheme of things, however medical malpractice is the third leading cause of death in America. If so many lives are ended [...]
Medical Malpractice in the Military
Under the Feres Doctrine, any family or loved ones or living military troops may not sue the military for deaths or injuries brought on by service with the military. The reason this was initially implemented [...]
The Public’s Right to Know Malpractice Settlements
In a recent medical malpractice case in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, a judge has opened the court to a $19.5 million settlement. A mother received “reckless” and negligent care prior to giving birth to her son, [...]
Damage Caps, By State
In the event that you need to file for a medical malpractice or medical negligence case, it may be assumed that there is no limit on the amount of money that may be compensated to [...]
Malpractice vs. Negligence
When we delve deeper into the world of medical malpractice, there is a significant difference in whether a case is actually medical malpractice or medical negligence. Malpractice occurs when a medical professional fails to follow [...]
Can Robots Be Sued for Medical Malpractice?
We live in an era of fast-moving technology. Every day scientists and doctors alike discover new ways of treating and diagnosing people. With our ever-growing scope of care, it’s only a matter of time before [...]