Category Archives: Medical Malpractice
State Cracks Down on Negligent Doctors
Doctors who cannot practice in another jurisdiction, have revoked or suspended state licenses, fail to meet professional standards, or cannot practice medicine in other jurisdictions cannot practice in Washington State, according to a statement from the Washington State Department of Health. As a result of this crackdown, the agency has revoked or suspended licenses,… Read More »
Medical Malpractice Before, During, and After a Surgical Procedure
Serious medical errors are almost always negligence in a court of law. Doctors, who are ultimately responsible for patient care throughout the treatment process, have a fiduciary duty. Legally, motorists have some margin for error. They have a duty of reasonable care. If Max was speeding 5 mph over the limit at the time… Read More »
Malpractice Before, During, and After a Medical Procedure
At all phases of surgical care, doctors have a fiduciary duty. The duty of fiduciary care is much higher than the duty of reasonable care, which is what applies to most people in most cases. Doctors, lawyers, accountants, and other fiduciary professionals must set aside work-life balance, making money, and all other priorities and… Read More »
5 Signs You May Have Suffered from Medical Malpractice
Going to a hospital is supposed to be an experience that we hope will make us feel better. Unfortunately, that is not always the case. You may find that your symptoms are ignored or the diagnosis is incorrect. Worse, the treatment you receive may do more harm than good. Medical malpractice is a serious… Read More »