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Most of the medical personnel in Maryland are highly-trained professionals who seek to ensure that patients in their trust receive the highest levels of care and attention. Unfortunately, due to the sometimes complicated nature of healthcare, when missteps occur, they can have serious consequences. One doctor in Alabama is now facing a medical malpractice suit as a result of a…
The relationship between a doctor and patient can be idiosyncratic. The law attempts to define a professional standard of care through prevailing industry standards. Experts may attempt to articulate that standard by testifying to recommended treatment options. Deviations might be characterized as medical negligence, perhaps giving rise to a medical malpractice lawsuit in the event of patient injury. Yet the…
When time is of the essence, a misdiagnosis can cause great injury to a patient. Yet the failure to properly diagnose early signs of disease can be equally damaging. Preventative screenings for cancer or other diseases are meant to keep us healthy. When doctors fail to identify disease, the untreated condition may progress to a stage where the odds of…
In a recent post we talked about the complexity of evidence in medical malpractice lawsuits. Unfortunately, experts are often required to translate such medical jargon into layperson’s terms. The opposing party will likely offer their own expert witness in an attempt to offer an alternative explanation for the patient’s injury. Small wonder, then, that juries might get confused. Hopefully, this…
Consumers may take comfort in recognizable brand names or chains. That rationale may also apply in the context of health care providers. Yet with familiarity comes an expectation of consistent performance. Unfortunately, a lawsuit against ManorCare, a nursing home chain, suggests that patient expectations were not met. In fact, the allegations include negligent care that resulted in personal injuries. According…
According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, April is Distracted Driving Awareness month. Police officers in Maryland and across the country have been encouraged to do their part via more aggressive ticketing of drivers who are using their mobile devices while driving. The campaign, launched in conjunction with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, also contains an educational component. Through…
Many cities in the country, including those in Maryland, make an effort to beautify their community. While many enjoy such efforts, which can include landscaping a median, it is easy to overlook the potential hazards the workers who create and maintain such endeavors may face. For example, one out-of-state man was recently killed while maintaining landscaping. His family may be…
Millions of workers in this country report to work each day in order to support themselves and their families. While the vast majority of employers in Maryland go to great lengths to ensure that their employees are safe as they complete their work responsibilities, accidents still happen. These accidents can result in medical bills and lost wages. As a result,…