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Medical Malpractice
Note: Sarah’s stories are fictional scenarios presented to help illustrate the difference between medical malpractice and negligence. Introduction If you or a loved one has been harmed by a healthcare provider, understanding medical malpractice and how it includes various forms of negligence can help you know the best course of action. Medical malpractice is a … Read more
Note: Sandra’s story is a fictional scenario presented to help illustrate an example of how a medical negligence lawsuit might unfold. What is medical negligence? Medical negligence is a type of medical malpractice. It is a legal matter involving the harm a patient undergoes as a result of negligent behavior committed by someone on that … Read more
Note: Chris’ story is a fictional scenario presented to help illustrate how long a medical malpractice suit can take given the circumstances. If you’ve been harmed by medical negligence, you might be wondering, “How long does a medical malpractice lawsuit take?” The answer depends on various factors, but generally, medical malpractice suits can take anywhere … Read more
NNote: Wayne’s story is a fictional scenario presented to help illustrate how medical malpractice can result in bed sores, and how someone may bring a claim against a hospital or healthcare provider for compensation. — Bed sores, also known as pressure ulcers or decubitus ulcers, can be painful and, in severe cases, life-threatening. If left … Read more
Note: Marie’s story is a fictional scenario presented to illustrate how an appointed Guardian can help protect vulnerable adults. — In this article, we will define what is guardianship and outline the key differences between the two types: Guardian of the Person and Guardian of the Estate. We will also discuss how each is relevant to protecting … Read more
Medical malpractice is a significant issue that occurs when a healthcare provider fails to meet the established standard of care, resulting in harm or injury to a patient. The impact of medical malpractice is profound, often leading to severe consequences for the affected individuals and their families, such as falls, bed sores, and sepsis. To address … Read more
When a person enters a hospital for the treatment of sickness or disease, they trust the facility to provide a safe environment. Unfortunately, injuries or deaths caused by preventable incidents like falls can occur, resulting in medical malpractice. A fall is defined as an event where a patient inadvertently comes to rest on the ground or a lower … Read more
Note: The following is a fictional scenario created for illustrative purposes to help our readers in Oklahoma and Arkansas understand the process of proving nursing home negligence. Nursing Home Neglect: How to Recognize, Prove, and Take Legal Action When we place our loved ones in nursing homes, we trust these facilities to provide safe, compassionate, … Read more
Note: The following is a fictional scenario created for illustrative purposes to help our readers in Oklahoma and Arkansas understand the process of proving medical malpractice. Introduction Seeking medical treatment involves placing significant trust in healthcare professionals to accurately diagnose conditions, prescribe appropriate medications, and conduct surgeries with precision. Yet, when this trust is breached … Read more
