How to Tell If You Have a Medical Malpractice Case
Written by Irpino, Avin & Hawkins Law Firm on April 20, 2016
If you've gone to the doctor or to a hospital to get medical treatment and ended up injured or suffering even more because of a medical error or misdiagnosis, you may assume you have a medical malpractice claim.
This is not always the case.
Medical malpractice claims are a type of personal injury claim stemming from negligent or wrongful action on behalf of any health practitioner. However, in order to have a medical malpractice claim, you must be able to prove:
- A doctor or healthcare professional was negligent or reckless when treating you, acting in a way that is not sta... Read more
What Makes a Death a “Wrongful Death?”
Written by Irpino, Avin & Hawkins Law Firm on March 30, 2016
If you have lost someone you love, of course their death feels wrong. You may feel angry, hurt, upset and devastated. However, not every death is considered a “wrongful death” in the eyes of the law. In the court system, you can pursue a “wrongful death” claim only if a liable party was negligent and their negligence led to the death.
Do I Have A "Wrongful Death" Claim?
Wrongful death claims can arise in cases of murder or in cases where recklessness leads to a death. For example, if a fatality occurs as a result of a car accident or medical malpractice, you may have a claim...
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