Physicians in New York take an oath to “do no harm,” but this is a promise that is sometimes broken. Unfortunately, doctor burnout can lead to negligent acts of medical malpractice. The following are some reasons why physician burnout is a very real problem in the...
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Month: September 2020
What is informed consent?
As an experienced medical professional, your doctor has a legal obligation to give you, as the patient, the information you need to make informed decisions about your treatment. Based on the information provided to you by the doctor, you may choose to consent to the...
The common types of medical malpractice may be surprising
When a Queens area resident goes to the doctor, they expect they will be treated accurately for their medical condition. Medical providers have a duty to do the best job they can to make sure their patients are treated fairly and thoroughly. But medical mistakes can...
The serious impact of misdiagnosis
Medical malpractice can have serious consequences for victims and their families. Victims of medical malpractice should be familiar with the legal protections available to them when they are harmed by medical negligence. Medical negligence can be physically,...
Why the standard of care matters in your medical malpractice case
Medical malpractice can leave you with more than one type of harm, and the damages can be extensive. You’ll probably have a worsened medical condition or a worse prognosis, and your need for additional medical care can be quite costly. You’ll probably lose more wages...
Servicemembers now have additional relief for med mal
Like anyone else, solders, airmen and sailors will from time to time get sick or injured and require medical care. Indeed, even outside of an active combat zone, military work is quite dangerous, and it is common for servicemembers to need treatment after a...