Basics
Basics
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A Doctor's Liability for Mistakes: Medical Error, Malpractice, or Gross Negligence?
Medical malpractice cases almost always hinge on negligence. Here we discuss the varying degrees of fault as it relates to medical mistakes.
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Are Doctors Liable for Pain Medication Addiction?
A doctor might be liable for opioid addiction and other prescription medication overuse if medical negligence can be shown.
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Practicing Medicine Without a License: Criminal & Civil Liability
The unlicensed practice of medicine can land the medical provider in jail, and in the cross-hairs of a lawsuit if a patient is harmed.
When is the Hospital Liable?
When is the Hospital Liable?
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Hospital Liability for Staff/Employee Errors
Hospital administration's negligence might prompt a lawsuit, and the facility might be liable for treatment mistakes made by employees.
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Medical Malpractice Liability for Hospital-Acquired Infection
If an inpatient suffers harm from an infection, the hospital could face a medical malpractice lawsuit.
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Hospital Liability for MRSA and Other Staph Infections
The hospital may be liable in a medical malpractice lawsuit - if the patient can prove the hospital acted negligently and caused the infection.
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Hospital Liability for C.diff Infection
C.diff is a type of hospital acquired infection that can lead to legal claims against the medical provider.
Liability for Specific Types of Injuries
Liability for Specific Types of Injuries
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Malpractice Liability for an Anesthesia Error
An anesthesiologist's error can amount to medical negligence, but is the hospital or the doctor liable in a malpractice lawsuit?
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Malpractice Liability for Emergency Room Errors
A hospital ER can be a chaotic place, but that doesn't excuse serious medical errors that end up harming a patient.
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Liability When a Surgical Error Causes Nerve Damage
Nerve damage can result from anesthesia or the procedure itself, and medical malpractice liability could follow.
EMT/Paramedics Liability
EMT/Paramedics Liability
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Liability in Malpractice Lawsuits Involving EMTs and Paramedics
Who is on the hook when a patient sues for medical malpractice involving the emergency responders?
Pulmonary Embolism
Pulmonary Embolism
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Medical Malpractice Liability for Pulmonary Embolism
If a patient suffers from PE, and it turns out the condition should have been prevented, the medical provider may be liable in a malpractice lawsuit.
