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How to File a Malpractice Lawsuit?
There are few relationships more sacred than the one between a healthcare provider and a patient. While Pennsylvania law recognizes that not every undesirable outcome is due to medical negligence, a significant portion of medical malpractice claims is proven during settlement negotiations or in court. If you believe you have grounds for a medical malpractice […]
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What to Do if a Surgeon Makes a Mistake?
Becoming a surgeon requires nearly a decade of college, medical school, internship, residency, and specialized training. As a result, they are some of the best-trained professionals in any industry. This does not, however, mean that they are incapable of making medical errors. On the contrary: surgical errors are a common occurrence. If your doctor made […]
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Medical Malpractice Statistics 2022
What is Medical Malpractice? Medical malpractice occurs when a medical or healthcare professional deviates from the professional standards of care, resulting in injury or harm to the patient. When someone sees a doctor, they have the right to be treated with care and diligence. If you have been injured due to the negligent acts or […]
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What are the Chances of Winning a Wrongful Death Suit?
A wrongful death is a legal action against a person who may be held liable for the death of another person. The death must have occurred as a direct result of the negligence, misconduct, or neglect of the other party. Pennsylvania law allows for the surviving family members of a loved one to file a […]
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What is the Pennsylvania medical malpractice statute of limitations?
Medical malpractice cases occur when medical professionals deviate from the professional standard of care in providing medical treatment and therefore cause injury to a patient. Every state in the United States has specific laws and procedures for filing civil lawsuits. In particular, every state has a limitations deadline for when a suit can be filed. […]
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What is a Wrongful Death case?
If you suffer the loss of a loved one due to a negligent or violent act of another, your family should not have to suffer financially. While no amount of compensation can undo a tragedy, if certain conditions are met, you may be able to file a lawsuit to recover damages for their death. This […]
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How long do I have to file a personal injury case?
Most people do not realize that in Pennsylvania, you generally only have two years to file a personal injury case. See 42 Pa. C.S. § 5524(2). This deadline is called the ‘statute of limitations.’ Statutes of limitation vary from state to state and even from one type of case to another. This two-year statute of […]
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To avoid medical malpractice, sometimes you need to be your own advocate.
One of the most common types of medical malpractice involves the failure of a medical provider to timely diagnose and treat a patient’s heart disease. Heart disease generally refers to conditions that involve narrowed or blocked blood vessels, also known as “coronary arteriosclerosis” or “coronary artery disease,” which can lead to a heart attack or […]
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How much would you charge to handle my case?
At the outset, we offer a free initial consultation to discuss your case and help you determine how to move forward. From there, we will handle your case on a “contingency fee basis,” that means you only pay for our services if we make a financial recovery for you. These recoveries typically come in the […]
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I was injured at work, can I sue my employer?
In Pennsylvania, you typically cannot sue your employer for your work-related injuries, even if your employer’s negligence caused your injuries. You may be entitled to “workers’ compensation benefits,” however, under the Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Act. The Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Act was enacted in 1915 and was designed to protect both employees and employers. Under the […]
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