Medical Malpractice

The quality of a doctor-patient relationship has a major impact on the healthcare you receive. Working with the right doctor is integral to maintaining overall wellness, but it can also help you avoid errors and oversights that could lead to claims of medical...

If you are a patient undergoing surgery, you place your trust in your medical team, expecting they will make decisions in your best interest. But what happens if you believe the hospital released you too early after your surgery? This situation can lead to confusion,...

As you talk to your doctor about a medical issue, several realizations may come into your mind. The amount of times this professional stops talking to you in order to pay attention to another issue or looks away while writing could leave you with an incorrect...

Receiving a cancer diagnosis is a life-altering event. However, the accuracy of the initial diagnosis plays a crucial role in determining the most effective treatment plan. Unfortunately, instances occur where healthcare professionals misdiagnose cancer, leading to...

When it comes to treating almost any kind of cancer, early detection can make all the difference. The sooner you start getting treatment, the better your prognosis will be. However, research has shown that doctors frequently misdiagnose certain types of cancer, which...

When you experience new symptoms and health concerns, you naturally expect your doctor to provide answers. And in many cases, medical professionals can get to the bottom of health issues quickly and efficiently. However, medical misdiagnoses pose a huge threat to...

Medical outcomes are never entirely certain. However, competent hospitals and doctors do everything that they reasonably can to minimize the risk of an adverse result. In other words, mistakes can happen — especially with complex, dangerous conditions such as heart...

Most malpractice cases in Texas end in out-of-court settlements. A recent analysis found that 97% of Texas malpractice cases never go to court. This outcome allows some victims to receive compensation faster but also makes it easier for medical providers to conceal a...

Some medical errors are so egregious and terrifying that essentially the entire healthcare system wants to prevent them. These go by the name of "never events". Operating on the wrong side, in the wrong place or on the wrong patient are three of the worst surgical...

Most people do not worry about the possibility of their surgeon getting distracted in the middle of a procedure. However, surgeons are people, too. It can happen. This is a form of malpractice, and it can leave victims suffering serious and lifelong consequences....