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Building a Strong Case: The Different Types of Evidence in Medical Malpractice Claims

2024-12-06T12:12:13-08:00December 6th, 2024|Categories: Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury|Tags: , , |

Medical malpractice claims are among the most complex personal injury cases, requiring strong evidence to prove that a healthcare provider’s negligence caused harm. Unlike other personal injury claims, medical malpractice involves highly technical and specialized information that must be presented clearly to a judge, jury, or insurance company. At Payas, Payas, and Payas, we understand the critical role that evidence plays in building a successful medical malpractice claim. In this article, we’ll explore the different types of evidence commonly used in these cases, how they are gathered, and why they are essential for achieving justice.   Medical Records: The Foundation of a Medical Malpractice Case The Role of Medical Records in Proving Negligence Medical records are the cornerstone of any medical malpractice case. These records document the care provided by the healthcare professional [...]

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Understanding Pharmacy Medical Malpractice and Why Legal Assistance Is Essential

2023-12-14T17:29:45-08:00December 27th, 2023|Categories: Medical Malpractice|Tags: , , , |

In the complex world of healthcare, the role of pharmacies and pharmacists is often overshadowed by more direct forms of medical care. However, pharmacies play a critical role in patient health, and when errors occur, the consequences can be just as severe as other forms of medical malpractice. Understanding how pharmacies can commit medical malpractice is crucial for anyone who has experienced harm due to pharmacy errors. Furthermore, seeking the assistance of a specialized law firm can be pivotal in securing the compensation and justice you deserve.   The Role of Pharmacies in Healthcare Pharmacies are more than just places where prescriptions are filled. Pharmacists are responsible for ensuring patients receive the correct medication in the proper dosage and with appropriate usage instructions. They also play a vital role in identifying potential drug [...]

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The Connection Between Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury

2023-11-10T16:32:20-08:00October 18th, 2023|Categories: Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury|Tags: , , |

The legal world is rife with terminology that often overlaps, creating confusion for laypeople navigating these treacherous waters. Two terms that often get interchanged but differ significantly are "medical malpractice" and "personal injury." Understanding how medical malpractice fits into the broader category of personal injury law can empower you when seeking justice for wrongs committed against you or a loved one. This blog aims to delineate the relationship between medical malpractice and personal injury, outlining the nuances that set them apart yet connect them intrinsically.   What Is Personal Injury Law? Personal injury law encompasses a broad range of situations where an individual suffers harm due to someone else's negligence, recklessness, or intentional actions. This legal arena covers diverse cases, from automobile accidents and slip-and-falls to defective products and wrongful death. While it's [...]

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Why You Should Hire an Attorney for Your Legal Matters

2023-07-07T16:24:57-07:00July 7th, 2023|Categories: Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Premises Liability, Workers' Compensation|Tags: , , , |

The world of law is intricate and multi-layered. Just as you would hire a professional for complex tasks like medical procedures or house construction, it's wise to seek the services of a legal professional when dealing with legal matters. Particularly if these matters fall under personal injury, serious injuries, medical malpractice, workers' compensation, premises liability, criminal defense, real estate, or wills & testaments. But why, you may ask? Let's delve into the reasons.   Personal Injury and Serious Injuries After a car accident, slip and fall, or other personal injury cases, you need a professional to guide you through the maze of insurance companies, legalities, and compensations. Attorneys understand the nuances of personal injury law, can assess the merit of your claim, and advise on the best course of action. By leveraging their [...]

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The Different Forms of Medical Malpractice: An In-Depth Look

2023-06-14T12:12:52-07:00June 26th, 2023|Categories: Medical Malpractice|Tags: , , , |

Medical malpractice is a legal term that refers to a situation where a healthcare provider fails to meet the established standards of practice, causing harm to a patient. This issue is not only a breach of trust but can also have serious, often life-altering consequences. In this blog post, we will dive deep into the different forms of medical malpractice and help you understand your rights as a patient.   Introduction to Medical Malpractice Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider's negligence results in a patient's injury or death. Negligence can take many forms, from incorrect diagnoses and prescriptions to surgical and anesthesia errors. To succeed in a medical malpractice claim, a patient (or their family) must prove that the healthcare provider's actions or omissions were negligent and directly caused harm.   Misdiagnosis [...]

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Ways Surgical Errors Could Lead to Medical Malpractice

2021-10-19T07:23:26-07:00October 18th, 2021|Categories: Medical Malpractice|Tags: , , |

No doubt, surgeons and surgical aids are among the most competent medical practitioners countrywide. They undergo highly advanced training to ensure they perform successful surgeries and provide appropriate care to patients.  However, medical malpractice may occur when a surgeon makes errors or fails to provide proper treatment during and after surgery. The surgical errors could be unintentional or out of negligence. Whatever the case, a licensed medical malpractice attorney can help review your situation and determine if you have a valid compensation claim. Here are a few ways surgical errors could be medical malpractice: Surgery on the wrong patient: A mix-up of medical records or unusual time pressures to complete a procedure can lead to unnecessary surgery on the wrong patient. Surgery on the incorrect site: Wrong-site surgery occurs when a surgeon operates [...]

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Top Injuries Associated with Medical Malpractice Claims

2019-02-11T06:19:49-08:00February 11th, 2019|Categories: Medical Malpractice|Tags: , , , , , , |

How often do injuries caused by medical malpractice occur, and what are the top injuries that are usually sustained? A hospital in Florida made headlines in 1995 for a case of malpractice where a healthy leg was taken off. A series of errors led to this happening, but the surgeon had his license suspended while the hospital lost accreditation temporarily. The claim settled for $1.5 million and hospitals all over the nation decided to put new procedures into place so that they would not make the same mistake. Top Injuries Associated with Malpractice Claims The leading injury that people sue over for malpractice is death. Making up 26%, this is the top injury sustained. Coming in second is having a major physical injury to the brain and spine at 15%. Following that up with [...]

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Common Medical Errors That Lead to Lawsuits

2019-01-01T04:23:17-08:00January 1st, 2019|Categories: Medical Malpractice|Tags: , , |

We rely on medical professionals to treat us when we go to a clinic, hospital, or office. While most of the time these professionals live up to the name, there are times when errors are caused by negligence or even bad intent. When a nurse, doctor, or other medical practitioner does not provide the expected standard of care and it results in errors, that could be a case for going to court for malpractice. Errors happen frequently, some more often than others. Mistakes do not always equate to malpractice. Neither does a death or an injury or bad result a lawsuit make. Even if patients or family are not happy with the outcome of what happens, legally, malpractice in the medical field is defined as involving negligence on the part of one or [...]

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Should I File a Birth Defect Lawsuit?

2018-06-07T18:19:52-07:00June 7th, 2018|Categories: Birth Injury, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury|Tags: , |

Is there anything more important than our children? If you have children or have recently had a child, you never want to imagine them being anything but happy and healthy. It can often be more than parents can stand to imagine that their child may encounter a birth defect while being born. Consulting an attorney may be the last thing you want to do. However, if you are dealing with a birth defect that you think was caused by negligence, that needs to be your priority after placing your child in care or dealing with what happened. If you child was born experiencing physical or mental issues, and you believe it happened due to medical doctors or attendees instead of in the womb, you need to consult a lawyer. They will help you [...]

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Learning More About Medical Malpractice

2018-09-04T13:43:56-07:00January 16th, 2018|Categories: Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury|Tags: |

How much do you know about the subject of medical malpractice? Hopefully, not too much-- it's better to not have heard of it, to be honest. Yet thousands of Americans have cause to learn more about this area where legal meets medical because of personal reasons to do so. They or someone they know may have been personally affected by what could be medical malpractice, and that is usually the galvanizing force that drives someone to find out more. It's an unfortunate situation to be in, although perhaps not a surprising one: over ten percent of all cancer cases actually were misdiagnosed early on. And a delayed diagnosis can equal death in many cases, so this is something to be taken seriously. When cancers progress to certain stages, they can be very difficult [...]

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