Medical Malpractice
What you should know about falls in hospitals
Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on July 6, 2017
There are many circumstances that may cause a patient in a Washington hospital to fall, and the result is often serious injuries. In fact, according to the Joint Commission Center for Transforming Healthcare, 30 to 35 percent of the hundreds of thousands of people who fall in hospitals each year sustain serious injuries, including...
read more What leads to a misdiagnosis?
Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on May 30, 2017
If you have ever suffered from the misdiagnosis of an illness or medical condition, then you can understand how important it is to get to the bottom of what leads to such a mistake in Washington. There are many different factors that contribute to a wrong diagnosis, but in general, it usually comes down...
read more What is wrong-site surgery?
Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on May 2, 2017
Imagine that you need surgery on your right foot. You go to the Washington hospital, get checked in and go through the process of getting to the operating room. You count backwards from 100 and drift to sleep. The next thing you know, you are waking up. You look down to see your left...
read more The prevalence of medical misdiagnosis
Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on April 14, 2017
Many people in Seattle and across Washington visit emergency rooms and outpatient clinics seeking a medical diagnosis and treatment from healthcare professionals. People trust these knowledgeable professionals to help them in their time of medical need. However, what people do not consider is the fact that physicians, nurses and surgeons work long hours in...
read more Lauded Seattle neurosurgeon steps down amid complaints
Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on March 22, 2017
A prominent Washington neurosurgeon linked to the death of a young spinal surgery patient was also the subject of 49 internal complaints from coworkers at the Cherry Hill campus of Swedish Medical Center Seattle. Per OregonLive.com, the surgeon, who has since resigned, faced allegations by coworkers who were concerned with the quality of care...
read more What are the most common causes of nursing home injuries?
Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on March 8, 2017
If you have a loved one in a Washington nursing home, then you may be concerned about possible neglect or abuse. In order to be able to recognize such situations, you need to understand the common causes of injuries in nursing homes. According to NursingHomeAbuseGuide.org, there are some injuries that are accidental in nature,...
read more The common problem of cancer misdiagnosis
Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on February 9, 2017
While most people in Washington trust their doctor’s diagnosis, a second opinion might be a good idea for those who have been told that they may have cancer. Recent studies have shed light on the frequency of misdiagnosis in certain types of cancer and they may be much higher than previously believed. ABC News...
read more Medical malpractice statistics
Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on January 17, 2017
In the United States, most people who are sick or injured put their trust in the medical world for physical recovery. Some of the most vulnerable people in society, the very young, weak, sick or elderly, are dependent on doctors and nurses for their survival. However, even in hospitals and doctors’ offices, there is...
read more Medical errors are the third leading cause of death in U.S.
Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on December 21, 2016
It is common to hear about how smoking-related diseases, cancer and auto accidents are leading causes of death in Washington and the country. However, people may not realize there is another danger lurking that does not receive as much attention, and it’s been a problem for quite some time. The reality, as reported by...
read more Taking a look at surgical errors
Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on December 19, 2016
When patients prepare for operations, they may face a number of challenges, from anxiety over the procedure to preparing for surgery. Unfortunately, some patients in Seattle and across Washington may experience a surgical error. When a surgical error occurs, the patient may suffer from a worsened condition or deal with a tremendous amount of...
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