Every year, thousands of patients suffer serious harm due to medical mistakes; yet only a fraction of them ever pursue legal action. According to a study in the New England Journal of Medicine, roughly 2.3% of U.S. doctors account for over a third (38.9%) of all malpractice claims. If you’ve experienced a medical error, how do […]
Continue reading…How Can Doctors Be Sued for Not Finding Cancer?
Hearing the words “you have cancer” is life-altering. But what happens when those words come too late…or not at all? Nearly 40.5% of men and women will be diagnosed with cancer at some point in their lives, according to the National Cancer Institute. Early detection is often the difference between life-saving treatment and a devastating […]
Continue reading…Negligence vs Malpractice: How They Impact Legal Cases
One in 20 patients suffer preventable harm during medical care, according to a BMJ meta-analysis. For those affected, these errors go beyond statistics. A missed diagnosis, botched surgery, or careless oversight can lead to pain, loss of mobility, or even death. When it comes to legal action, understanding the difference between malpractice vs negligence is critical. The […]
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What Legal Options Exist for Victims of Misdiagnosis?
Each year, more than 82% of people visit a doctor or health care professional in America. These professionals can provide invaluable support when you are unwell. However, you also have to put a lot of trust in them, and each healthcare professional has a duty of care to their patients. This is a legal responsibility […]
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Medical Malpractice Lawyers: Common Medical Malpractice Myths
Did you know that medical malpractice causes over 2.6 million deaths each year? As a result, millions of patients around the globe suffer due to unsafe medical practices. And the most alarming part of the issue is that most of these deaths are avoidable. Medical malpractice is a real threat to the safety of patients. People can […]
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How a Personal Injury Lawyer Can Help You After a Car Accident
Approximately 16 people die each week in Hawaii from injuries. These injuries might occur from car accidents, medical procedures, or many other accidents. Encountering injuries from any of these events can change your life, so you might wonder how to proceed if you have life-changing injuries from a car accident. The best thing to do is to […]
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Top 6 Reasons You Need to Hire a Brain Injury Attorney
Car accidents are among the top three leading causes of traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). While a car accident takes only a few seconds, the outcome can change the trajectory of your life. If a recent car accident left a loved one with a brain injury, you’ll need a brain injury attorney to help you settle […]
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When Should You Hire a Cancer Misdiagnosis Lawyer?
More than 80,000 cases of misdiagnosis each year result in injury, disability, or even death. At least one-third of such cases relate to cancer. While progress has been made in treating certain types of cancers, at times doctors can still make a wrong diagnosis. This can be a very devastating experience causing fear, anxiety, and contemplating the […]
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7 Characteristics of a Quality Medical Malpractice Attorney
A 2019 study found that 90% of Americans trust their doctors. In an era where institutional trust has declined significantly, the medical profession seems to be an outlier. However, sometimes people discover they misplaced this trust. Just one year before this study, CNBC reported that the third-leading cause of death in the US was medical error. […]
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7 Characteristics of a Reliable Personal Injury Attorney
There are now over 146,000 personal injury lawyers across the US. If you’re searching for a personal injury attorney in Honolulu, it helps to know which qualities to prioritize. Otherwise, you might hire a lawyer who lacks the experience and expertise you need. Here are seven characteristics of a reliable personal injury lawyer to consider […]
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