Medical Malpractice Defense

The relationship between a doctor and their patient often involves extremely personal and sensitive information, and for this reason, there are laws in place that guarantee doctor-patient confidentiality. A breach of this confidentiality can be grounds for a medical...

While medical records are often the last concern of a physician during treatment, the documents included in a patient's chart and office records are often the foundation for a physician's defense against medical malpractice claims. How can medical paperwork help a...

You worked hard your entire life to earn the right to practice medicine. Your job is your livelihood, and you love it so much. But there is a problem. Someone is accusing you of medical malpractice.  Being accused of medical malpractice is a big deal. Besides the...

A significant part of your role as a medical professional is providing your patients with advice on how they can take care of themselves. Once a person leaves the hospital and, in turn, your care, there are often steps you ask them to take to make sure their recovery...

Nursing home patients and residents are among the most vulnerable populations to treat in a care facility. Their physical and mental conditions can deteriorate quickly for reasons unrelated to their care, and complications can arise beyond the control of facility care...

Medical malpractice cases have the potential to draw considerable attention and public scrutiny. Plaintiffs may be seeking huge sums of money; allegations can sound very serious; reputations and professional licensing can be at stake. Understandably, medical...

Hospitals in New York and across the country rely on electronic systems to track patients' medical histories. These systems are capable of tracking histories for new patients and people who have received treatments at other medical facilities. EHRs and medication...

No one wants any woman or baby to face challenges or setbacks before, during or following birth. However, the grim reality is that it can happen. When it does, people often turn to an obstetrician-gynecologist for answers and liability. However, the fact is that...

The medical field is an extremely important industry for many reasons. It is an honorable profession aimed at helping others, often when they need it most. It is a highly sensitive industry in which patients are both exposed and vulnerable. This can lead to heightened...

Any time childbirth has an adverse outcome for a mother or baby, figuring out what might have gone wrong is a top priority for everyone involved. People often are quick to blame the care providers involved in the labor and delivery, but the fact is that some adverse...