Spina bifida, a condition where the spine fails to form properly and leaves the nerves of the spinal column exposed, is sometimes found in infants. Parents in Washington should know that the condition can be mild or serious depending on the type. There are three...
Month: April 2019
Misdiagnosis is the most common cause of malpractice claims
Whether you or a loved one suffered from the negligence of a medical professional, the long-term effects can be devastating. You may face a long road ahead of challenging recovery measures, considerable pain, emotional consequences, financial turmoil and more.Two...
Common medical errors and what to do about them
You go to the doctor when you are sick or have a medical emergency and expect to receive care that cures you or saves your life. Unfortunately, however, that is not always the case. Medical errors are the third leading cause of death in the United States, coming in...
How negligence can harm a mother or child
When a baby is born, it may experience a mild or severe injury while being delivered. In some cases, the injury may be caused by the negligence of a Washington doctor. For instance, a mother may be given too much anesthesia, and that can have an impact on the baby's...
Why suing your doctor is sometimes the right thing
Many people feel strange about the idea of suing their doctor following an injury or misdiagnosis. Perhaps there is an existing relationship and this mistake was an anomaly in years of treatment. But, mistakes in the medical field can have severe consequences for...