Does the Defense Give up When the First Medical Expert Thinks the Case is Indefensible
In a medical malpractice case, the defense hires a medical expert, and this expert gives a negative review, meaning there is liability and responsibility. Then in such a situation will the defense give up?
Bicycle Accident Cases are sometimes Challenging
A woman carelessly opens the door of her car in the street, which causes a bicyclist to ram right into the door, fly over the handlebars, and land in the street. Cyclist Crashes onto the Street The cyclist had just finished a twelve-mile ride and was heading back home. The woman had just parked into […]
Can a lawyer call the defense lawyer a liar?
During closing arguments, can a lawyer turn around in front of the jury, and call the opposing lawyer, a liar? A Lawyer cannot Call the Opposing Lawyer a Liar The plaintiff’s lawyer says its black, the defense will say white, one side says yes and the opposing side says no. For, everything claimed by the […]
The Top Aspect for the Jury to Evaluate in a Personal Injury Case
What is the most important thing for a New York jury to evaluate in a civil case such as an accident, medical malpractice, or even a wrongful death trial? Credibility is Crucial What is the main focal point that a jury will evaluate, while deciding who is more likely right than wrong, and what the […]
How is Pain and Suffering Established in a Personal Injury Case
Restrictions in Explaining Pain and Suffering In a personal injury case, how do you explain to the jury, the pain, and suffering of the victim? The answer is simple, the attorney must put the jury into the shoes of the injured victim. Only then, people can truly understand the type of pain and suffering the […]
What are Pharmacy Errors
Pharmacy errors arise typically when patients go to pick up their medication, and they start taking the medication without looking at the particular pill or reading the inserts that accompany the particular medications. If it is the wrong medication then the patient will get sick or have some sort of negative side effect that could lead to dire implications.
Should You Name the Doctor or Medical Group in a Medical Malpractice Case
You think that your doctor has done something wrong to cause you significant harm and injury, and now you are contemplating in pursuing a medical malpractice lawsuit against him in New York. However, it is important for you to know if your doctor is an independent contractor, or an employee, this makes a distinct difference.
Sepsis and a Wrongful Death Case
Patient Dies Due to Sepsis
Overcharging for Medical Records
A fire department surgeon is fined $10,000 for charging a patient $66 extra to provide his medical records. The patient was an 89-year-old man, who had requested his medical records from the surgeon. In the state of New York, any person can request copies of his or her medical records.
Is there a Time Limit for Cross Examining a Witness
In a medical malpractice lawsuit, the judge asks the lawyer to begin his cross-examination of a witness. When the lawyer stands up to cross-examine a witness, does he have a time limit? Does the judge give a time limit to the lawyer, as to how long he has for questioning the witness?
