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What Are The Most Common Medical Malpractice Claims?

Medical error is the third leading cause of death in the US, according to the Journal of Patient Safety. More than 250,000 people in the United States die every year because of medical errors, according to Johns Hopkins University. Medical malpractice occurs when doctors and healthcare professionals neglect to provide adequate or appropriate treatment, or […]

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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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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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