Category: Medical Malpractice

What Types of Birth Injuries Can Forceps Cause?

|Posted on July 27, 2020 in Medical Malpractice |

Complications are relatively common during labor and delivery. Giving birth looks different for every woman. During some vaginal childbirths, the health care provider may need to use forceps to assist with the delivery. A forceps delivery uses an obstetrical instrument shaped like pliers with cups or spoons on the ends to grip the head of… read more

Time Factors in a Medical Malpractice Suit

|Posted on August 30, 2019 in Medical Malpractice |

Medical malpractice can be life-changing for those who suffer from the negligence of a medical professional. If an injury occurs because of an error in treatment, a misdiagnosis, or irresponsible care, discuss your case with a qualified Kansas City medical malpractice lawyer who understands both Kansas and Missouri personal injury law. Three Factors of a… read more

What Is Medical Malpractice?

|Posted on August 20, 2019 in Medical Malpractice |

Medical malpractice refers to negligence or wrongdoing in the medical industry. When a physician or another health care provider does something that goes against the accepted standards of care for his or her profession, resulting in patient harm, that doctor has committed medical malpractice. Filing a civil claim for medical malpractice in Kansas City could… read more

What Exactly is Medical Malpractice?

|Posted on March 23, 2017 in Medical Malpractice |

Medical malpractice is much more widespread than you think. While most medical care is appropriate, sometimes mistakes and negligence cause catastrophic consequences. Unfortunately, most patients are unaware that they are victims of malpractice, or they just assume they have no options available to them after an injury caused by a medical professional due to negligence… read more

The Role of Social Media in Personal Injury Lawsuits

|Posted on August 25, 2015 in Medical Malpractice,Personal Injury,Workplace Accident |

Social Media Posts Can Come Back to Haunt Plaintiffs A recent article in Slate online magazine (Evidence of Life on Facebook) discussed the disturbing trend of defense attorneys using social media posts by plaintiffs in personal injury cases as evidence of their physical and emotional states. Moving forward, plaintiffs should expect everything they’ve ever posted… read more

Questionable Medical Records in Essure Clinical Trial

|Posted on May 14, 2015 in Dangerous Drugs,Medical Malpractice,Personal Injury,Product Liability |

A recent television report on 41 Action News in Kansas City highlighted the problems of a woman who had participated in a clinical trial for a birth control device called Essure 15 years ago. Essure is a tiny flexible coil inserted into the fallopian tube to prevent pregnancy. Theoretically, the presence of the device creates… read more

Elder Abuse – Know the Signs and When to Get Help

|Posted on April 22, 2015 in Medical Malpractice |

Elder Abuse on Better Call Saul On a recent episode of the Breaking Bad prequel Better Call Saul, the man who would eventually become Saul Goodman is practicing what he calls “elder law” when he uncovers an extensive case of elder abuse. As attorney Jimmy McGill, he displays the same flair Saul has for promotion… read more

Statute of Limitations in Missouri – How Long Do You Have to Sue?

|Posted on April 7, 2015 in Medical Malpractice,Personal Injury,Product Liability,Wrongful Death |

Statute of Limitations in Missouri If you have suffered an injury for which you might be entitled to compensation, you have a limited amount of time to file a lawsuit. The “statute of limitations” varies depending upon the cause of action underlying your claim. Generally, the clock starts ticking when you are aware or should… read more

Understanding Diagnosis-related Medical Malpractice

|Posted on March 12, 2013 in Medical Malpractice,Personal Injury |

A proper diagnosis is the first step in administering effective medical care. This can also be one of the most complex aspects of a medical professional’s job and is one of the leading sources of medical malpractice allegations in the United States. There are thousands upon thousands of different types of diseases, disorders, illnesses and… read more