Nurses’ responsibilities are immense. Any deviation a nurse makes from the standard of care can have severe consequences, potentially resulting in medical malpractice. Nevada, like any other state, has specific criteria for determining when nursing errors may lead to...
Medical Malpractice
What can lead to surgeons making errors during surgery?
On Behalf of The Gage Law Firm, PLLC | Aug 24, 2023 | Medical Malpractice
A surgeon's undivided attention is important when they are in the middle of a procedure. Even the slightest distraction can lead to serious problems, like avoidable injuries and errors. Understanding the medical malpractice that can infiltrate an operating room is...
What you need to know about medical malpractice
On Behalf of The Gage Law Firm, PLLC | May 20, 2023 | Medical Malpractice
You are your best healthcare advocate. When you avoid this responsibility, you can end up as the victim of medical malpractice. That can leave you facing a malpractice lawsuit. Here is important information you need to know about this issue. What is the definition?...
When does a surgical error consitute a medical malpractice case?
On Behalf of The Gage Law Firm, PLLC | May 26, 2022 | Medical Malpractice
Many patients view surgery as a last resort. It is a means to resolve your condition when less invasive measures are not sufficient. You recognize that there is some inherent risk in any surgical operation, and you trust that your surgeon recognizes and respects the...
Correcting common medical malpractice misconceptions
On Behalf of The Gage Law Firm, PLLC | Nov 22, 2021 | Medical Malpractice
Many people misunderstand how medical malpractice works. These common myths can prevent you from receiving compensation for injuries if a healthcare provider fails to provide the appropriate care. Review the factors about these often-repeated medical malpractice...
The basics of Nevada medical malpractice claims
On Behalf of The Gage Law Firm, PLLC | Jun 8, 2021 | Medical Malpractice
There is disagreement among statisticians regarding the number of avoidable injuries and deaths each year that are the result of medical mistakes. Some sources report that medical errors are the third leading cause of death in the United States. Others say the number...
3 signs you may need a second medical opinion
On Behalf of The Gage Law Firm, PLLC | Nov 25, 2020 | Medical Malpractice
If you do not enjoy going to the doctor, you are far from alone. After all, many Americans have anxiety about both medical appointments and medical procedures. A small percentage even have a clinical phobia of medical professionals. You do not have to love doctors to...
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