Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on August 6, 2018

When a person reaches the point where discomforting symptoms are starting to interfere with their ability to do their job, get rest and feel well, one of the first things they do is contact their health care provider in Washington in search of a solution. The first step in getting treatment is for a...

Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on July 22, 2018

When families in Washington entrust the care of their elderly loved ones to a nursing home facility, they are placing full trust in the staff’s ability to provide quality, compassionate and thorough assistance with daily needs and medical treatments. Unfortunately, there are times when lack of communication, poorly implemented protocols or staff negligence can...

Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on July 3, 2018

Patient safety is no new issue when it comes to hospitals and health care facilities. In fact, you have probably heard some stories in recent months where patients were injured or even killed as the result of medical mishaps that are oftentimes preventable. At Elk & Elk, we have helped many people in Washington...

Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on June 11, 2018

When the time comes for people in Washington to seek medical treatment for persistent symptoms they are experiencing, they rely heavily on the experience and knowledge of their health care provider to give them a thorough assessment and corresponding treatment plan. However, there are times when mistakes can happen that in serious cases, can...

Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on June 2, 2018

Your upcoming surgery is going to require you to receive anesthesia to facilitate the progress of your treatment. While you may not think twice about your upcoming procedure, it is important that you are aware of common anesthesia errors so you can protect your wellbeing. At Elk & Elk, we have helped many medical...

Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on May 29, 2018

For many Washington families who have aging loved ones, the idea of putting their family member into a nursing home is often met with a lot of thought and anxiety. In many cases, people are looking for a facility that demonstrates a high standard of caring for each of their patients in a manner...

Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on May 11, 2018

Any time a Washington resident has a wound, there is a risk of infection. When that wound is the result of surgery, some may believe that the controlled nature of the environment and the aftercare eliminates that risk. However, even these precautions cannot prevent all risk of infection, and any infection can lead to...

Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on April 20, 2018

When you are feeling uncomfortable or experiencing suspicious pain, one of the first things you usually do is contact your doctor. As a patient, you rely heavily on your medical provider’s ability to diagnose your symptoms and recommend a treatment option that will give you the best chance at regaining full health. At Elk...

Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on March 18, 2018

When you make the decision to place your loved one in a nursing home facility in Washington, chances are you spend considerable time weighing your options and comparing facilities to determine an optimal fit for your loved one and his or her needs. However, it can still be difficult to trust staff members to...

Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on March 1, 2018

You need to undergo a procedure in a Washington hospital, but the idea of anesthesia makes you nervous. Should you be concerned? Patients Safety & Quality Healthcare reports that, according to one study, your chances of a medication mistake during pre-operative procedures is about one in 20. That same study indicated that there may be...