Most claims of medical malpractice arise after egregious mistakes or obvious negligence on the part of a health care provider. However, the last few years have seen an uptick in a different type of medical malpractice lawsuit. Individuals struggling with opioid...
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The benefit of preoperative surgical marking
Medical professionals are often concerned about being accused of malpractice. While they certainly aim to avoid negligent mistakes, they also understand that patients do not always experience optimal outcomes. To help reduce the risk of malpractice claims, it’s...
Not all HAIs result from medical negligence
Hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) are infections acquired while receiving medical care in a healthcare facility. They can include surgical site infections, bloodstream infections, urinary tract infections and pneumonia. While healthcare providers are legally...
Essential tips if you’re facing a medical malpractice claim
As a health care provider, facing a medical malpractice accusation can be daunting due to the potential damage it could have on your professional reputation and career. The trust you’ve built with patients and colleagues may be at risk, not to mention the looming...
A poor outcome may not indicate medical malpractice
Patients sometimes assume that medical professionals are held to a nearly impossible standard. These patients always want there to be a positive outcome to the case. If there is a poor outcome, they may assume that this means the doctor made a mistake and that it is...
Should a medical provider apologize for a mistake?
Researchers at the esteemed Johns Hopkins Medicine discovered that over a quarter of a million deaths per year are caused by medical mistakes, making them the number three cause of death here in the United States. With that many medical mistakes occurring, does it...
Is your medical career at risk if you’re sued for malpractice?
A medical malpractice lawsuit typically arises from allegations of negligence or errors in treatment. As a doctor, facing such a lawsuit can be one of the most challenging experiences in your career, and you may wonder if your livelihood could be on the line. Here is...
4 strategies to mitigate medical malpractice lawsuits
A medical malpractice lawsuit can be damaging to a healthcare provider's reputation, finances and overall well-being. To mitigate these risks, it's imperative for healthcare professionals and institutions to be proactive and work diligently. If you are a medical...
Potential defenses for a medical malpractice lawsuit
As a healthcare professional, you are passionate about caring for your patients. You are proud of your job and career accomplishments. Unfortunately, mistakes do happen. If you believe a patient is wrongfully accusing you of medical malpractice, you need to prepare...
4 steps for medical professionals when patients threaten to sue
As a medical professional, you know malpractice suits can be time-consuming, not to mention potentially costly. They can also damage your reputation and cause a great deal of stress and anxiety. When a patient alleges wrongdoing, it is crucial to remain calm and take...
