Recovering after an instance of malpractice is a complicated and difficult road to walk for both patients and family members. Taking legal action is often a wise course, but finding a malpractice attorney who is suited to your situation and needs can be challenging. If you’re unsure of where to start, asking these five questions […]
Category Archives: Medical Malpractice
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Jul
Jul
Getting to know common types of medical malpractice is crucial for both patients and healthcare providers. Doctors, nurses, and other professionals need this solid understanding of best practices to maintain patient safety and provide the best care possible. For patients, this knowledge empowers them to recognize potential signs of negligence and take proactive steps to […]
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May
It’s hard to believe that a healthcare professional would make a mistake, but unfortunately, medical malpractice happens more often than you’d think. Imagine trusting your loved one in the hands of a doctor only to find out they’ve been harmed due to negligence or incompetence. We want you to clearly understand the key indicators of […]
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May
Everyone trusts medical professionals to provide safe and effective treatment, but in the worst-case scenario, medical errors do occur. If you believe that you or a loved one has been a victim of professional negligence, it can often feel overwhelming to know what to do next—especially if you don’t have the professional help of attorneys […]
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Here is something we have learned at G. Eric Nielsen & Associates from hard experience over many years: People who undergo weight loss surgery (bariatric surgery) are at risk for severe post-surgical complications for several months. Bariatric surgery is not like gallbladder surgery. It is not like an appendectomy. When the surgeon removes your diseased […]
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Allegations have recently come to light that Dr. David Broadbent, an OB/GYN in Provo, Utah, has been sexually abusing many of his female patients. Over 100 women have courageously come forward and disclosed the abuse that was perpetrated against them by their trusted doctor. Apparently the abuse had been going on for decades and many […]
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One of the biggest scams in contemporary medicine is the notion that anyone can do plastic surgery if they take a weekend course and choose to call themselves a “cosmetic” surgeon. Why do so many non-plastic surgeons pretend to be plastic surgeons? Because there is a lot of money in it. The answer is simple. […]
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One of the first things to understand about a breast cancer case is staging. Breast cancer stages range from 0 to IV, with many subcategories. Lower numbers indicate earlier stages of cancer, while higher numbers reflect late-stage cancers. If a doctor waits too long to order the appropriate tests, the disease can progress without treatment. […]
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The delivery of a newborn child is one of life’s most miraculous events. Often, it is the culmination of months of preparation and effort, and results in a joyful addition to a family. It is during this process that expectant mothers and fathers put their trust in the care and professionalism of their doctors and […]
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Perhaps no other cancer is more a casualty of the “doctor knows best” fallacy than prostate cancer. Over 1.2 million men a year are diagnosed with prostate cancer in the United States. If you are a man over the age of 40, your doctor should be talking to you about prostate cancer. That discussion should […]