Liability in a Medical Malpractice Case

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.

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.

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.

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.

Medical Malpractice Liability for Hospital-Acquired Infection

If an inpatient suffers harm from an infection, the hospital could face a medical malpractice lawsuit.

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.

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.

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?

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.

Liability When a Surgical Error Causes Nerve Damage

Nerve damage can result from anesthesia or the procedure itself, and medical malpractice liability could follow.

Liability in Malpractice Lawsuits Involving EMTs and Paramedics

Who is on the hook when a patient sues for medical malpractice involving the emergency responders?

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.