Medical Malpractice

Do Hospitals Usually Settle Out of Court?

Medical malpractice occurs when healthcare professionals provide substandard medical care, leading to patient harm. If you are considering filing a medical malpractice claim, you might wonder, “Do hospitals usually settle out of court?” The truth is that many hospitals prefer to avoid lengthy court battles and may opt for settlements instead, but it is ultimately up to you whether or not you prefer to accept a settlement. If you or

Hospital Errors

Suing a Hospital for Emotional Distress

When you receive improper medical care, it can severely impact your health, including both your physical and mental health. If you have suffered from emotional injuries as a result of negligent medical care, you may be able to receive compensation through a medical malpractice lawsuit. However, suing a hospital for emotional distress can be fraught with challenges, making the help of an experienced medical malpractice lawyer invaluable for your case.

Birth Injuries

Marginal Cord Insertion

Umbilical cord abnormalities can significantly impact a pregnancy. This includes cases of compressed umbilical cords, prolapsed umbilical cords, cord knots, umbilical cord thrombosis, and marginal cord insertion, among others. Problems with the umbilical cord, including marginal cord insertions, can lead to adverse perinatal outcomes such as premature birth and miscarriages. At TLF: The Medical Injury Law Firm, our Northern Kentucky and Ohio birth injury lawyers understand the profound implications these

Birth Injuries

What is Cord Prolapse?

As an expectant parent, there are a lot of questions you might have about the childbirth process and the potential complications that may arise. One rare but serious issue that can occur is umbilical cord prolapse. But what is cord prolapse? How does it happen? Can umbilical cord prolapse lead to birth injuries? Cord prolapse is a rare but potentially life-threatening complication that can occur during childbirth. It happens when

Hospital Errors

The Impact of Physician Empathy on Chronic Pain Outcomes: Insights from a New Study

Chronic pain affects millions of Americans, presenting a significant challenge not only for those suffering but also for healthcare providers striving to offer effective treatment. In the realm of medical malpractice, understanding the nuances of patient care, including the role of physician empathy, is crucial. A recent 2024 study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) sheds new light on this topic, demonstrating the profound impact of

Medical Malpractice

What Happens When You Reject an Insurance Settlement Offer?

If you believe that an insurance company’s initial settlement offer is inadequate to cover your losses following a personal injury accident, you are certainly able (and highly advised) to decline the offer. When you decline the initial offer, it usually opens the door to negotiations. This is when you can present additional evidence, counter-offers, and justifications for a higher settlement. It also sends a message that you’re willing to advocate

Hospital Errors

MRI Accidents

Hospital equipment is designed to help medical personnel diagnose, treat, and monitor patients, allowing doctors and nurses to provide essential healthcare to the sick and injured. Unfortunately, some of this equipment can be extremely dangerous, especially when safety protocols are ignored. One example of this is the case of Ainah Cervantes. In a California healthcare clinic in 2023, the door to an MRI room was left open when the MRI

Medical Errors

Anesthesia Awareness

Anesthesia awareness, a rare but profoundly distressing phenomenon, occurs when a patient regains partial consciousness during surgery or medical procedures under general anesthesia. This condition exposes individuals to an awareness of their surroundings, potentially accompanied by pain and an inability to communicate due to the paralytic agents often used in anesthesia. At TLF: The Medical Injury Law Firm, we understand the deep psychological and physical impact anesthesia awareness can have

Failure to Diagnose

What Causes Fluid Around the Heart?

Fluid around the heart, a condition medically referred to as pericardial effusion, can pose significant health risks for those affected. At TLF: The Medical Injury Law Firm, we recognize how distressing a diagnosis of pericardial effusion can be, particularly when it might stem from medical malpractice. That’s why we’re here to help victims understand their rights and the legal implications surrounding pericardial effusion malpractice. If you believe your pericardial effusion

Birth Injuries

Low Apgar Scores and Development

In the moments after a baby is born, there are a lot of things that doctors and nurses need to do in order to ensure the baby is healthy. One thing they often do is assign the infant’s Apgar score, which helps determine the baby’s immediate well-being following birth. Higher Apgar scores indicate that the baby is doing well, while lower Apgar scores may mean that the baby needs to

Medical Malpractice

Can You Sue a Pharmacy for Negligence?

At TLF: The Medical Injury Law Firm, we understand the profound impact that pharmacy negligence can have on individuals and their families. That’s why our dedicated team of medical malpractice lawyers in Ohio and Northern Kentucky is committed to advocating for the rights of those harmed by pharmacy errors. Whether it’s a prescription mix-up, incorrect dosage, or failure to provide essential medication warnings, we have the experience and resources to

The Lawrence Firm Blog

Do Hospitals Usually Settle Out of Court?

Suing a Hospital for Emotional Distress

Marginal Cord Insertion

What is Cord Prolapse?

The Impact of Physician Empathy on Chronic Pain Outcomes: Insights from a New Study

What Happens When You Reject an Insurance Settlement Offer?

MRI Accidents

Anesthesia Awareness

What Causes Fluid Around the Heart?

Low Apgar Scores and Development

Can You Sue a Pharmacy for Negligence?

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