There was a time when patients and families would be unlikely to hear anything resembling an apology from a doctor for making a mistake, misdiagnosis or engaging in any other type of negligence – no matter how minor or serious the harm was. Ironically, while they...
Medical Malpractice
When your knee replacement surgery in West Virginia goes wrong
If you have undergone knee replacement surgery in West Virginia, you should have less pain and be able to walk more easily. However, if you are experiencing decreased function or even more pain than before the surgery, there is a possibility that your treatment was...
Are you and your physician at odds in West Virginia?
One of the most crucial relationships that people form is with their healthcare providers. After all, a successful collaboration between the patient and their physician results in the best medical care as well as confidence in the decision-making process regarding the...
Suing for injury due to an allergic reaction in West Virginia
Allergic reactions are some of the deadliest medical emergencies in the world. Although most are mild, some reactions can lead to organ failure or even death when left untreated. If you had a reaction due to someone else's negligence, you might be able to sue for...
Patient abandonment as medical malpractice
Patient abandonment is a serious ethical violation that occurs when a West Virginia healthcare provider terminates a patient's care without justification. This can happen when a provider terminates the doctor-patient relationship without adequate notice, fails to...
Telehealth and medical malpractice risks
Telehealth has become more widely available to West Virginia residents. And the ability to receive virtual healthcare is a convenience for many. But telemedicine increases the risk of medical malpractice for patients and doctors. What is medical malpractice? Medical...
A delayed diagnosis of breast cancer can be deadly
Finding out you have breast cancer can shake you to your core. However, an even more terrifying situation you can experience is to get a delayed diagnosis from a West Virginia health care professional. It can make the difference between life and death. How breast...
Seeking an autopsy for a medical malpractice fatality
A medical malpractice wrongful death lawsuit requires proving the cause of a patient's death. This often requires an autopsy to prove the reason why a patient died. Although using an autopsy is not legally required, it's recommended to provide the basis for a valid...
Differences between medical malpractice and medical negligence
Many residents of West Virginia deal with medical issues. Sadly, many have a situation involving medical malpractice or negligence. It’s important to understand the differences between these problems. What is medical malpractice? Medical malpractice is a problem that...
Elements needed to prove medical malpractice
Medical malpractice ranks third as one of the leading causes of death in the United States. It occurs when a health care professional neglects to follow a basic protocol, leading to injury. Patents in West Virginia have the right make a claim for damages, but the case...