medical malpractice

Medical Malpractice and Filing a Wrongful Death Claim

Wrongful Death Claims and Medical Malpractice in Pennsylvania

In Pennsylvania, medical malpractice and wrongful death claims are taken very seriously.

Receiving compensation for medical errors in Erie

Receiving Compensation for Medical Errors in Erie

Unfortunately, some people who go to the hospital, doctor, or other medical provider for help sustain further injury because of medical errors. We trust our doctors and health care professionals to “do no harm,” but that is not always the case. Through negligence or other wrongdoing, medical errors and mistakes injure patients and result in… Read more »

Four Things Patients Can Do to Avoid Medical Errors

Four Things Patients Can Do to Avoid Medical Errors

A patient never expects to be the victim of medical errors or medical negligence that can cause serious injuries or illnesses. However, medical malpractice is more common than many people realize. When a doctor or other medical provider makes a mistake or is negligent, the results can be life-threatening. If the patient survives, the patient… Read more »

Medical Malpractice — Can I Sue My Doctor for Diagnostic Errors?

Medical Malpractice — Can I Sue My Doctor for Diagnostic Errors?

Suing a doctor for medical malpractice can be a complicated process. Several legal elements must be proven before you can hold your doctor liable for medical errors or medical negligence. However, that does not mean you should not pursue a medical malpractice claim. If your doctor caused you harm or injury because of a diagnostic… Read more »

How Do You Prove Causation in a Medical Malpractice Case?

How Do You Prove Causation in a Medical Malpractice Case?

It can be difficult to believe that trusted medical provider’s negligence or wrongdoing caused your injury. However, thousands of people are injured each year because of medical negligence or medical errors. When a physical, hospital, nurse, or other health care provider causes an injury, that party may be held liable for damages under Pennsylvania’s medical… Read more »

Injury

How Do I Prove Someone is Responsible for My Injuries?

If you are injured because of a traffic accident, dog bite, fall, defective product, medical malpractice, or other personal injury accident, Pennsylvania’s personal injury laws allow you to recover compensation from the party who caused your injury. However, you must prove that the person or party caused the injury to recover compensation for damages. Hiring… Read more »