Articles Posted in Medical Malpractice

When medical professionals fail to provide the standard of care you deserve, the consequences can be devastating. There were roughly 11,000 medical malpractice cases in the U.S. in 2023, leaving victims with severe injuries, mounting medical bills, and uncertain futures. Understanding your legal rights protects you and ensures accountability in our healthcare system. For more…

Medical malpractice cases require more than just legal expertise—they demand medical knowledge that can make or break your claim. Expert witnesses serve as the critical bridge between complex medical procedures and legal standards, providing the specialized testimony needed to prove negligence and secure compensation. What Expert Witnesses Bring to Medical Malpractice Cases Expert witnesses provide…

Telemedicine has revolutionized healthcare delivery, providing patients with convenient access to medical care from the comfort of their own homes. However, this technological advancement presents unique malpractice risks that both patients and legal professionals must be aware of. The rise of virtual consultations has created new challenges in medical liability, making it essential for patients…

Medical malpractice can have devastating consequences, affecting patients and their families. Recognizing the signs of malpractice is essential in protecting your rights and seeking justice. Below, we outline five key indicators to help you determine if you may have a valid medical malpractice claim. If any of these scenarios sound familiar, contacting a trusted Cape…

Our product defect attorney understands when you purchase a product, you’re expecting that product to be safe. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Defective products can cause serious injuries or even death. When a defective product causes harm, the injured party may be able to file a product liability claim against the manufacturer or…

People anticipate that doctors, nurses, and other health care providers will provide competent treatment. Unfortunately, not all medical professionals employ sound reasoninn when caring for patients, and their inattentiveness can lead to substantial injuries. People who have been harmed by medical negligence may be able to obtain damages if they can prove their providers departed…

Causation is one of the essential requirements in proving a case of negligence in a Cape Cod personal injury lawsuit. Without the element of causation, a defendant’s breach of a duty of care toward the plaintiff will not result in a finding of liability, even if the plaintiff can prove substantial damages. It works like…

In a Cape Cod medical malpractice case, the plaintiff has the burden of proving not only that the defendant healthcare professional breached the standard of care that applied to the situation at hand but also that this breach of care was the proximate cause of the damages about which the plaintiff complains. Sometimes, damages are…

Doctors and nurses make mistakes. Sometimes, these errors in judgment cause serious harm to patients. When this happens, the injured individual has a right to seek fair compensation through a Cape Cod medical malpractice claim. However, it is important to note that medical malpractice cases can be difficult to pursue. The insurance companies that represent…

The plaintiff in a Cape Cod medical malpractice case not only bears the burden of proof at trial, but he or she also has several obligations in the pre-litigation phase of the case. Generally, the first step is a careful review of the injured or deceased person’s medical records by an expert in the field…