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Autopsies Help Establish Merit in a Medical Malpractice Case
When someone has died from medical malpractice, an autopsy can provide the foundation for a successful case. Benefits of an Autopsy in a Medical Malpractice Case An autopsy verifies the cause of death Opinions from the most respected experts become … Continue reading
Lack of Communication Increasingly Results In Medical Errors
Professional liability insurance companies have recently issued statements concerning the trend of incomplete patient information, missing tests and poor communication among physicians resulting in more medical errors. And the medical mistakes result in more medical negligence and liability claims. Professional … Continue reading
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Distracted Doctoring | Electronic Devices Places Patient Safety at Risk
Hoping to decrease the risk of medical error, hospitals and physicians’ offices have invested heavily to place iPads, iPhones and other electronic devices into the hands of medical staff for instant access to patient data, drug information and case studies. … Continue reading
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Preventable Medical Errors – The Third Leading Cause of Death in America
Preventable medical errors kill and seriously injure hundreds of thousands Americans every year. Any discussion of medical negligence that does not involve preventable medical errors ignores this fundamental problem. Reducing medical errors is the best way to address all problems … Continue reading
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The Medical Expert Witness – A Legal Nurse Consultant’s Role in Litigation
A medical expert witness is a professional who has a specialized background and expertise that qualifies them to credibly testify on legal cases which include medical-related cases such as personal injury, medical malpractice and workers’ compensation. Medical experts are qualified according … Continue reading
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Medical Standard of Care & How It Relates to Medical Malpractice Cases
Medical malpractice case outcomes hinge on whether the standard of care was met or not. Below is an explanation about standard of care and what it means for a patient and for a medical malpractice suit. The definition of Standard … Continue reading