It is likely that you have heard of medical malpractice, either while watching a TV show or just a buzzword in a big news story. However, many Americans who haven’t experienced it do not really understand what medical malpractice is and what comes along with it. Sadly, medical malpractice can impact to nearly anyone and …
Utah Medical Malpractice Laws & Statute of Limitations
It is certain that a medical malpractice case in Utah will be fairly complex. This is true no matter in which state it occurs, with Utah being no exception. Legal issues and medical evidence can become very complicated very rapidly, and a medical malpractice plaintiff — such as the injured patient or the patient’s legal …
Medical Malpractice: Common Errors Made By Physicians & Hospitals
Medical malpractice cases come about when a patient is injured while in the are of a doctor or nurse who fails to provide adequate treatment. Fortunately, most physicians and hospitals only make mistakes in a very small number of cases. However, within that minority, there are specific errors that recur more often than others. We …
How to Find Complaints Against a Physician for a Utah Malpractice Case
When you choose a physician or hospital, it is an important decision. It is crucial to educate yourself as much as possible before making a final choice. Not all doctors and medical facilities are alike, and they do not all provide the same level of care. Mistakes can happen, and these include errors that can …
What to Know About Misdiagnosis & Malpractice Injury Claims
In the event a doctor fails to make an accurate diagnosis of a patient, there could be severe consequences. The condition of the patient may become worse due to the lack of treatment or they could be treated for a condition that he or she does not actually have. This can potentially lead to long-lasting …
What Is Medical Negligence?
Many times the term “medical negligence” is used interchangeably with “medical malpractice,” and for certain purposes, this is perfectly acceptable. However, legally medical negligence is just one required legal element of a meritorious, or legally valid, medical malpractice claim. The following is the legal definition of medical negligence: “An act or omission by a medical …
What Is Medical Malpractice?
How to Define Medical Malpractice? When a doctor or medical professional fail to perform their duties with adequate competence and injure you in the process, that is defined as medical malpractice. This can take on many forms and can mean different things under certain circumstances. Essentially, if a mistake is made by your doctor that …