Medical Malpractice

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...

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...

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?...

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...

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...

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...

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...