Doctors and medical staff have a duty to try and make their patients better. Generally, this is what happens. Even in cases where this isn’t possible, medical staff have usually done their best. Sadly, in some cases, medical professionals can fall below the standard...
Medical Malpractice
New Jersey law cracks down on “invasive” exams during surgery
When someone goes in for surgery, particularly if they’re at a “teaching” hospital, they may reasonably expect that medical and nursing students will observe the procedure. They don’t (and shouldn’t) expect their surgery to be used as a chance for students to practice...
Did you really give “informed consent” for a medical procedure?
While patients typically rely on doctors to recommend the best treatment for illness or injury, ultimately, patients are the ones who make most medical decisions on their own behalf (with the exception of minors and those who are legally incapacitated). In some cases,...
Umbilical cord problems can cause birth injuries
The umbilical cord is an essential link between the mother and baby during pregnancy. The cord and placenta supply nutrients and oxygen to the baby. Unfortunately, some issues can arise before or during birth and present a real danger to the baby. Some common signs of...
Legal protections for victims of medication errors
Medications can be very helpful when taken in the correct manner, but if people are given the wrong type or dosage amount it can lead to significant medical problems. Because of this, it is important that medical professionals writing prescriptions, filling...
Can a doctor’s apology be evidence in your malpractice case?
Apologies from doctors and other health care providers won’t make up for a serious and harmful mistake. However, research has shown that they can make patients and families feel a little better – and in some cases decide not to take legal action. That’s why many...
Heart attack misdiagnosis more common in women
When someone has a heart attack, any delay in care can be highly problematic. They only have so long to get the medical assistance that they need so that they can survive this serious event. If a doctor misdiagnoses the heart attack as something else and sends that...
If you think your doctor didn’t listen to you, you may be right
Just securing an opportunity to speak with your doctor can take a lot of work. First, you have to call the office and explain to someone in the scheduling department why you need an appointment. Then you will wait until your scheduled appointment, which could take...
Medical errors rank as the third-leading cause of death
Cancer and heart disease are the two top causes of death in residents of New Jersey and the rest of the country. Rounding out the top three is something doctors don’t want people to know about: medical errors. According to a study, this has officially been ranked as...
Common Medical Malpractice Types
Researchers at John Hopkins University say that medical malpractice is now the third leading cause of death in New Jersey. Understanding the different types of malpractice is the first step in finding a solution. Wrong and delayed diagnoses Misdiagnoses occur when the...