Mistakes happen, even with the best medical care. But when does a surgical error become medical malpractice? In this article, we’ll explore medical malpractice and common surgical errors. Defining Medical Malpractice Substandard medical care that causes harm is known as medical negligence. When this negligence leads to an injury, it’s called medical malpractice. Medical professionals […]
Medical Malpractice: Birth Injuries
Labor and delivery affect both mother and infant. Birth injuries happen to babies before, during, and after delivery. These injuries are often life-changing and can impact the baby’s development. Types of Birth Injuries Birth injuries occur when medical practitioners fail to anticipate birth complications. This includes fetal distress during delivery, twisted umbilical cords, maternal infections/health […]
Getting Help After a Prescription Drug Injury
Although medication must be approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) before being sold in the United States, drug injuries from both prescription and over-the-counter medicines can occur. In some cases, defective medicines cause harm. In others, unclear warning labels or instructions fail to provide important information to patients. Medications can also be mishandled […]
Indiana Medical Malpractice: When to Call an Expert
Mistakes happen. But when health care providers make mistakes, the effects may lead to chronic issues or even death. Studies have shown that over 250,000 deaths each year in the US may be related to medical errors. Medical malpractice is the failure of a medical professional to perform medical duties and/or provide the industry’s customary […]
What Causes Birth Injuries?
Accidents in the delivery room can lead to a lifetime of complications. What happens if a child is injured during birth? In this article, we’ll take a look at how often (and how) birth injuries occur. How Often Do Birth Injuries Happen? Birth injuries affect 6-8 of every 1,000 infants born in the United States. […]
