Can you sue a doctor if surgery fails? Modern hospitals and surgical centers have techniques and technologies that can reduce the risks a patient takes when going under the knife. Every surgery, however, still comes with a certain degree of risk. When surgery results in disfigurement and unnecessary pain, victims may be burdened with additional medical costs to fix...
Continue ReadingDoctors are human and can make mistakes. When a doctor makes a mistake that causes injury to a patient, it is known as medical malpractice. Medical malpractice cases are complex and challenging to win, even with the assistance of a lawyer. However, if you are committed to pursuing your case and have evidence to support your claim, it is...
Continue ReadingUndergoing surgery can be a daunting experience. Patients trust medical professionals to take care of them during and after the procedure. Unfortunately, sometimes things go wrong. For example, patients can end up with foreign objects left inside their bodies. Medical mistakes like this can cause significant physical and emotional harm. Therefore, it is important to understand the legal options...
Continue ReadingCoping with the death of a loved one is extremely difficult. When the death results from negligence, malpractice, or intentional acts, it can be devastating. If you believe that you have lost a family member due to wrongful death, our empathetic lawyers can help you to recover the financial compensation that you deserve. We are here to handle your...
Continue ReadingMedical malpractice can result in serious injury or death. If you have been a victim of medical malpractice, you may wonder, “how much is the average medical malpractice settlement?” It is difficult to determine the average settlement amount for medical malpractice cases because every case is unique. Indeed, the amount of compensation a patient may receive depends on various...
Continue ReadingThere is nothing more upsetting than the wrongful death of a family member. When the wrongful death results from medical malpractice, it can be particularly devastating for the family. You may ask “who gets the money in a wrongful death lawsuit?” We can help you get answers to this question. If you believe you may have a wrongful death claim,...
Continue ReadingWhen we see healthcare providers, we hope they will treat us with the utmost care. Nonetheless, medical errors may occur which can result in serious injury or even death. In fact, medical malpractice is the third leading cause of death in the United States. You may wonder how to start a medical malpractice claim if you are the victim...
Continue ReadingWhat Is Wrongful Death? Generally speaking, wrongful death is a civil cause of action brought by family members against an individual or individuals who negligently caused the death of a parent, spouse and/or child. A civil action allows the plaintiff to seek monetary compensation for the damages they have suffered as a result of the wrongful death. How to...
Continue ReadingIt can be highly distressing to experience injuries due to a misdiagnosis. You may be wondering, what is the average settlement for a misdiagnosis lawsuit? The lawyers at Baird Mandalas Brockstedt Federico & Cardea, LLC can evaluate your case and explain how much compensation you might be entitled to receive in a misdiagnosis lawsuit in Maryland. What Is the...
Continue ReadingWhen undergoing surgery, patients expect physicians to provide the best care possible. Nevertheless, mistakes can occur. If an amputation occurs as a result of medical negligence, you may be wondering if you can sue your doctor for an amputation error. The answer is yes, in certain circumstances. If you have suffered an amputation as the result of a medical...
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