Given the seriousness of cancer, most people imagine that doctors, radiologists, and other healthcare professionals invariably take every precaution possible to diagnose cancer. While many of them do take pains to help their patients, cancer is astonishingly a frequently misdiagnosed disease. Breast cancer in particular is often misdiagnosed, putting the lives of countless women at…
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What You Need To Know About The Standard Of Care In Medical Malpractice Cases
To win a medical malpractice case in Illinois, it’s not enough for an injured patient to show that the doctor or other healthcare provider made a mistake. Among other elements in the case, the victim must demonstrate that the doctor breached the medical standard of care owed to him or her. Knowing and applying the…
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Common Examples Of Illinois Hospital Negligence
Hospital negligence is not necessarily the same thing as physician negligence. Contrary to popular belief, hospitals are not always responsible for the mistakes of their doctors. That’s because many physicians are not employees of the hospital, but merely have admitting privileges. In essence, they function as independent contractors, meaning their negligence may not be the…
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The Most Common Causes Of Surgical Errors
Surgeons are tasked with some of the most dangerous and life-threatening work in the world, operating on their patients. Unfortunately, not all surgeons perform their duties with the level of diligence that’s expected and required of them. Even if the surgical error doesn’t prove fatal, it could mean a lifetime of significant and irreversible injuries….
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A Hospital Could Be Liable for Failing to Monitor Its Patients
People tend to think of medical malpractice as being some sort of action, like a botched surgery or prescribing the wrong medication. But doctors and hospitals are often responsible for the actions they don’t take. This comes up frequently with failure to monitor cases. Not keeping a close eye on patients could lead to serious…
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Blaming the Patient: A Common Defense Tactic In Medical Malpractice Cases
During a medical malpractice case, you might assume that the healthcare practitioner will focus mainly on defending themselves from liability. Surprisingly, defendants are turning the tables on malpractice victims by blaming them for the errors. Cases like these are why you can’t afford to have an inexperienced attorney. You need the aggressive medical malpractice lawyers…
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When Medical Malpractice Causes Burn Injuries
Burns can be traumatic and painful, and they often arise as a result of defective products or personal injuries. But what happens if your burn injury was the result of medical malpractice? Holding the practitioner or facility liable can be far more difficult due to the deep pockets involved. You can count on the dedicated…
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Psychiatric Malpractice and What It Means For You and Your Family
With so much of the world shut down and isolated during the coronavirus pandemic, experts have warned of a possible mental health crisis on the horizon. If you or a loved one are struggling with mental health or emotional issues, a psychiatrist may be able to help. Tragically, not all psychiatrists are deserving of the…
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Sepsis Can Be Evidence Of Malpractice
If you’ve developed sepsis while in the care of a medical professional, it could be evidence of malpractice. Sepsis is a serious and potentially fatal condition that requires immediate attention. And you could be facing significant medical expenses to recover from it. The medical malpractice attorneys of Hale & Monico can review your case and…
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Dental Malpractice Can Be Fatal
Medical malpractice covers a broad range of fields, and one of those is dentistry. Numerous healthcare professionals, including dentists, oral surgeons, and dental hygienists, can commit serious errors. In some cases, those mistakes cost the life of the victim. What rights do you have if a dental professional has committed malpractice? Trust the team at…
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