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Although sepsis is a dangerous and deadly condition that is known to emerge quickly and suddenly, it is almost always preventable with proper care and treatment. If you or a loved one developed or were diagnosed with sepsis while in or shortly after leaving the hospital, you may be eligible to file a medical malpractice…

As telemedicine reshapes the landscape of healthcare delivery, it brings with it a new set of challenges and potential legal implications. The fusion of technology and healthcare, while offering unprecedented accessibility and convenience, also introduces unique risks, particularly in the territory of medical malpractice. Can a telemedicine provider be sued for medical malpractice? Yes, a…

Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider fails to deliver the standard of care expected in the medical community, leading to injury, harm, or death of a patient. Medical malpractice can lead to paralysis when a healthcare provider’s negligence or error causes significant harm to the patient’s spinal cord or nervous system. Here are some…

In Washington, D.C., the impact of a doctor’s apology on a medical malpractice claim can depend on specific legal provisions and the nature of the apology. Washington, D.C. has laws in place that address the use of apologies in medical malpractice cases. According to Washington D.C. law, statements or gestures made by a healthcare provider…

People suffer serious injury or die because of medical errors every day. Healthcare providers, including doctors, dentists, nurses, and other medical staff, must be held accountable for injuries to patients due to medical malpractice or negligence. The medical malpractice lawsuit process exists to compensate injured patients for their losses. What constitutes medical malpractice in Washington,…

Amazon might be efficient at delivering packages, but the company’s approach to health care appears to be endangering patients’ health. Internal documents leaked to the Washington Post indicate that care has suffered for elderly patients of One Medical, the primary care service Amazon acquired in 2022. Since taking over the service, Amazon has been routing…

Pregnancy is a remarkable journey, where a mother’s uterus and placenta nourish the developing fetus with oxygen and nutrients. Ideally, the placenta should attach to the uterus during pregnancy so that these essential life requirements can pass without harm to the mother or child. However, the medical team caring for the mother and child must…

Cerebral palsy (CP), often caused by medical malpractice during birth, affects the brain and the nervous system of newborns, persisting throughout their lifetime. This condition often requires extensive physical and emotional therapy. As newborns and adults with CP age, various complications may arise, necessitating extensive and costly medical care. It is crucial for families to consult…

The US Preventative Services Task Force (USPSTF) has released new guidelines concerning mammograms – most specifically, that women should start breast cancer screenings at age 40. States Wanda Nicholson, MD, MPH, MBA, and USPSTF Chair: More women in their 40s have been getting breast cancer, with rates increasing about 2% each year. By starting to…