Should an Accident Lawyer Visit the Scene of the Accident
Trying to Picture the Accident Scene In every type of car accident, it is critical for the accident lawyer to go to the accident scene, and to see for himself where this incident occurred. There is an important reason for this. After the accident, you the injured victim are going to consult an accident attorney and […]
Can You Bring a Wrongful Death Case in New York without having an Autopsy Done
Suppose someone in your family is dead and you believe his death was because of someone else’s carelessness. It could be the doctor treating your family member was careless, or the other driver who caused the auto accident was careless.
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?
Lack of Informed Consent in a Medical Malpractice Case
When your doctor does not tell you that you could suffer a complication that you are suffering now after going through the medical procedure, then would that be a valid basis for filing a medical malpractice case. The answer is maybe. Lack of informed consent means failure on the part of the doctor to provide sufficient information, so that the patient can take an educated decision. However, in most instances, lack of informed consent cannot be the only basis for filing a lawsuit.
Types of Damages and Liens in a Medical Malpractice Case
What type of damages can you claim by filing a medical malpractice lawsuit?
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 […]
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.
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.
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.
Spinal cord injuries during childbirth
New York couples who are expecting the birth of a child may be interested in learning about one serious type of birth injury that can result in serious complications for a newborn infant. Depending on the actions of the medical staff during abnormal deliveries, these injuries may be preventable.