On October 9, 2025, BMF Partner Tara Clary and Attorney Fiona Puglese achieved a significant $1.2 million verdict on behalf of their client in a medical malpractice lawsuit against Greater Baltimore Medical Center (GBMC) in Baltimore County. The plaintiffs, Andrea Faulcon and Charles Faulcon, sought justice for the tragic death of their loved one, Angela Faulcon. Case Summary: On February 17,...
Continue ReadingIf you underwent surgery and developed complications, you may be wondering, how long do you have to sue a doctor after surgery in Maryland? Or how long after surgery can you sue a doctor? In this article, we will discuss the answer to this question and talk a little about what you need to prove for a medical malpractice...
Continue ReadingWhen a patient suffers harm because of medical negligence, pursuing a malpractice claim may result in either a settlement or a jury award. When a case reaches this point, it’s natural to wonder, How are medical malpractice settlements paid out in Maryland? Knowing the answer helps injured individuals and their families prepare for the future and understand what to...
Continue ReadingA colonoscopy is one of the most common procedures used to screen for colon cancer and other gastrointestinal conditions. While it’s generally considered safe, serious injuries can occur if something goes wrong. When a preventable injury happens, many patients and families are left asking: Do I have a case? And how are colonoscopy malpractice settlements handled in Maryland? If...
Continue ReadingIf medical professionals have harmed you or a loved one, you’re probably feeling betrayed, angry, or overwhelmed. You placed your trust in the hands of medical professionals, only for their negligence to cause serious harm, which may be the basis for a valid medical malpractice claim. This article will walk you through the details of what medical malpractice is,...
Continue ReadingIf you or someone you love was injured by medical negligence, you undoubtedly feel anxious, overwhelmed, and confused. Medical negligence law in Maryland, and all that it entails, is complex. When medical negligence causes harm to a patient, it becomes medical malpractice. In this article, we will discuss medical malpractice in Maryland, offer some examples, and take a closer...
Continue ReadingIdentifying who is responsible when a medical malpractice claim arises can be challenging. Many victims don’t know whether to sue the individual doctor or hospital for their injuries. They also might not know where to begin when they attempt to file a lawsuit. Contact Brockstedt Mandalas Federico if you have questions about a medical malpractice claim. Our Maryland medical...
Continue ReadingNurses are a crucial component of most medical facilities. Including floor nurses monitoring patients in the hospital, nurse practitioners treating patients at clinics, mobile nurses providing in-home care, and nurse midwives who deliver babies, just to name a few. All of these types of nurses, and countless others, are expected to perform their duties within the standard of care. And...
Continue ReadingWhile colonoscopies are a standard medical procedure, colonoscopy errors can still occur. While some of these errors might be foreseeable, they may be due to a provider’s failure to uphold the standard of care expected of them. If you are suffering from signs of colonoscopy complications and believe your injuries were avoidable, the medical professionals involved in your procedure...
Continue ReadingGallbladder surgery, also known as a cholecystectomy, is one of the most commonly performed surgical procedures in the United States. While most patients recover without issue, others face serious and unexpected complications, sometimes with life-altering consequences. If this sounds familiar, you may be wondering: At the law firm of Brockstedt Mandalas & Federico, we understand how difficult it can...
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