Medical Malpractice

The decision to move a loved one into a nursing home or assisted living facility can be difficult for the whole family. As a result, when individuals learn that injuries, illnesses, infections, and even death can occur in a nursing home due to a failure to provide the legally mandated level of care, the situation…

The relationship between a patient and their doctor is of utmost importance. Unfortunately, this relationship does not stop mistakes from happening. In truth, medical errors cause numerous problems for patients across the country every year. However, if you have been harmed by a healthcare provider, you may be able to seek compensation for the losses…

A radiologist is a doctor who interprets images (like X-Rays and CAT Scans) and relays findings to the patient’s attending doctor. Most of the time, the radiologist who reads your images is not in the same building (or even the same state) as you are when the images are taken. But a recent study published…

Medical malpractice is a legal term for when a healthcare professional’s mistake harms a patient. This could involve an incorrect diagnosis or treatment that leads to injury or illness. In Virginia, a patient may be entitled to financial recovery if they have been harmed by medical malpractice. However, there is a time limit for filing…

Medical malpractice lawsuits allow individuals who have suffered harm due to medical negligence to seek compensation from responsible healthcare providers, hospitals, or medical facilities. However, it is crucial to note that there is a time limit for filing such claims, known as the statute of limitations. If you fail to initiate legal proceedings within the…

There is much overlap between elder law and medical malpractice. Elder law deals with issues affecting the aging population, including matters related to health care, long-term care planning, guardianship, retirement, Social Security, and protection against elder abuse. Medical malpractice, on the other hand, involves legal action against a healthcare provider for negligence that results in…

According to The Doctors Company, a major insurance carrier for healthcare providers, lawsuits involving breast cancer are the most common cancer-related claim. Breast cancer is the most common type of non-skin cancer in women in the United States and is second only to lung cancer as a cause of cancer death in women. Being female…

Sustaining an injury due to a medical professional’s negligence or wrongful actions can be a daunting experience. Unfortunately, medical malpractice cases cause countless issues and injuries every year for patients across the country. However, if you have suffered a health setback because of a healthcare professional’s actions, consider reaching out to an experienced Virginia medical…

If you or a loved one have been harmed in Virginia due to a doctor or hospital’s mistake or error, you may have legal options available to you. However, before you can take legal action against these healthcare workers, it is crucial to understand what actually constitutes medical malpractice in Virginia and whether you have…