Healthcare professionals are held to a higher standard of care than the general public. Whether it is a doctor, nurse, or other health care worker, their malpractice can have severe consequences for those involved and their patients. Nursing professionals have the most hands-on interaction with patients. From using medical equipment to administering medications, nurses must […]
Doctors and other healthcare providers frequently perform heroic, life-saving work. They often do their profession with integrity and great care. However, they are still human and are not infallible. A medical error can sometimes result in severe injury or even death for the patient. According to John Hopkins Medicine, 250,000 patients in the U.S. die […]
Pregnancy is a time of excitement and anticipation, but it can also be a time of fear. The birthing process is a sensitive period, and the slightest complication can have life-altering consequences for both the mother and the baby. One of the more severe complications that can occur is placental abruption. While it is not […]
Childbirth is always worth celebrating. It’s an event that represents the miracle of life like no other. For this reason, medical professionals must ensure a safe delivery procedure for both the child and the mother. Anything less can lead to a birth injury. Birth injuries can be life-threatening for both the mother and the baby. […]
Childbirth is an unpredictable event. Months of preparations and tests cannot always predict what will happen in the delivery room. For this reason, medical professionals must be prepared for anything that might occur during childbirth. While most births proceed without complications, there is a small percentage of cases where problems arise, and the patient may […]
Medical malpractice — or medical negligence — in the realm of law occurs when a doctor or other healthcare professional deviates from acceptable patterns of practice. One of the many types of medical negligence is medication errors. Other forms include delayed diagnosis or misdiagnosis, birth injuries, and surgical errors. Medications are crucial for many people […]
