Categories : Medical Malpractice
Medical Malpractice or Mix-up: Figuring It Out
As a patient, you know when something seems wrong with your medical care. But how are you supposed to know if it is a medical mix-up or medical malpractice?
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How do I know if my case is medical malpractice?
When something extremely negative happens to you as a patient, you may wonder if you have experienced medical malpractice.
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Doctors Spending More to Avoid Medical Malpractice Liability
Medical malpractice liability payouts in California are capped at $250,000 for non-economic damages, yet doctors continue to spend more on patient tests to reduce their medical malpractice liability.
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What’s the difference between medical malpractice and negligence?
Ever wonder what the difference is between medical malpractice and medical negligence? You are not alone.
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Are hospitals liable for medical malpractice claims against independent contractors?
When physicians who staff hospitals are independent contractors and are not employees of the hospitals where they serve, it can be challenging to determine responsibility for medical malpractice charges brought against them.
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The Truth about Medical Malpractice Cases in California
In California, the majority of medical malpractice cases do not go to trial.
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Mediation vs. Arbitration in Medical Malpractice
What are the differences between mediation and arbitration when it involves medical malpractice? Here is some general information.
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New Medical Malpractice Ruling Could Benefit Military Veterans
Military veterans who filed medical malpractice claims against the government but failed to meet the deadlines could see some relief under a breakthrough ruling made last month by the Supreme Court.
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Are nursing home medication errors considered medical malpractice?
In San Diego County, medication errors are one of the most common problems at assisted living homes – accounting for 15.9 percent of all recorded violations, along with lack of medical care and lack of first-aid training.