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How Long Does a Medical Negligence Lawsuit Usually Take?
Medical malpractice can result in negative health and economic consequences that can be difficult to recover from. An injury sustained in a medical facility or as a result of a medical professional’s negligence may be a reason to pursue a medical negligence lawsuit. But what can you expect from this type of lawsuit? How Long…
Preeclampsia and Obstetrical Negligence
Preeclampsia, a pregnancy complication that is characterized by high blood pressure, can be fatal to both mother and child. Here, the experienced medical malpractice attorneys at Peter Angelos Law, P.C. further explain the symptoms and risks of preeclampsia, as well as what to do if you suspect that obstetrical negligence impacted your complication. Preeclampsia Symptoms…
7 Qualities to Look for When Choosing Medical Negligence Lawyers
If you’ve been harmed due to the negligence of a medical professional, you can claim compensation for your losses, particularly if you have high medical bills or if you’ve lost your job as a result of the incident. Filing a lawsuit can help you to move on with your life and provide for your family,…
How Much Do Medical Malpractice Attorneys Usually Cost?
Have you been the victim of medical malpractice in Baltimore? It’s more common than you might think. Despite the fact that over 200,000 people a year die from medical malpractice in the United States, not to mention the hundreds of thousands of others who suffered unnecessarily, very few of these cases actually result in a…
Ask a Medical Malpractice Lawyer: How Often Does a Case Get Settled Out of Court?
A medical malpractice lawyer can help you seek financial recovery from the doctor or hospital responsible for your injury. This is pretty straightforward, but what’s more complex is knowing whether your Baltimore case will settle or go to court. Because each case is unique, yours will need to be carefully reviewed to identify which course…
FDA Warns of Problems With Quality of Mammograms at Capitol Radiology, LLC
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is alerting patients who had mammograms at Capitol Radiology, LLC, doing business as Laurel Radiology Services, located in Laurel, Maryland, about possible problems with the quality of their mammograms taken on or after June 26, 2018. If you or someone you love had a mammogram at this facility…
The Four D’s of Medical Malpractice
In medical malpractice, there are four conditions that must be met in order for the plaintiff to have a chance to win their suit. These four conditions are Duty, Dereliction, Damages, and Direct Causation. Each of these conditions has its own respective requirements and they encompass the entire breadth of your time with the physician,…
Common Medical Errors To Know and How They Can Lead to Medical Malpractice Lawsuits
According to a study titled “Your Health Care May Kill You: Medical Errors” published in PubMed.gov, medical errors are the third leading cause of death in the United States, accounting for nearly 251,000 deaths annually. There are thousands of victims of medical errors who have reported their experiences, but, due to general underreporting issues, there…
The Link Between Daylight Savings Time and Medical Errors: Should DST Be Abolished?
Medical groups argue for a fixed, year-round time schedule after data shows spikes in sleep deprivation-related human medical error caused by Daylight Savings Time (DST). Here, the medical malpractice attorneys at Peter Angelos Law discuss the findings of an observational study showing a spike in medical errors the week after the switch to daylight savings…
Emerging Trends in Telehealth May Lead to Gaps in Care and Increased Risk for Medical Malpractice
Telehealth and telemedicine have emerged as alternate forms of virtual care in the past 15 years, but have significantly spiked in recent months due to COVID-19. Patient privacy risks, lower-quality care and even a lack of a physical exam all pose risks to the overall efficacy of telehealth and leave gaps for error and malpractice…