Medication errors can cause serious harm to patients. When this happens, the affected patients and families must know who is responsible. Several parties may bear responsibility for a medication mix-up, depending on the circumstances that led to the mistake....
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Differences between negligence and malpractice in Delaware
Understanding the differences between negligence and malpractice can help you better navigate legal issues. Both terms involve harm caused by someone's actions, but they apply in different contexts and have unique implications. What is negligence? Negligence occurs...
How long can someone wait to file a med mal claim in Delaware?
If you or a loved one has suffered harm due to medical negligence in Delaware, you may be considering filing a medical malpractice claim. However, it is crucial to understand the time limits that apply to these cases, as waiting too long can result in losing your...
Swing shifts and medical negligence: Are they connected?
Errors in the medical industry certainly do not only occur in Delaware. In most states, there are problematic issues that should concern the average patient. There is no excuse for medical negligence, and there have been numerous studies to identify causal factors and...
Burnout, surgeon errors and medical malpractice
As a medical patient, it doesn’t matter what your surgeon’s specialty happens to be. You can expect quality care in adherence to state laws and accepted safety standards of the industry. There appears to be a link between surgeon burnout and medical malpractice. If...
Are early vascular surgery and medical malpractice connected?
Atherectomy is a surgical procedure doctors in Delaware and across the country recommend as treatment for patients with vascular disease. Vascular disease is a broad term referring to adverse conditions of the circulatory system or blood vessels. There appears to be...
Will AI help reduce medical malpractice incidents?
As in most industries in Delaware and throughout the country, advanced technology is no longer something expected in the future. It comes in many forms and one can use it in all facets of business, including the medical industry. Artificial intelligence (AI) is...
How might understaffing in hospitals affect patient care?
While visiting a medical facility for treatment can be a daunting process, it could also prove integral to addressing health concerns and protecting your well-being. However, there may be some scenarios in which the treatment you receive at a facility might not live...
Are Delaware doctors overworked?
Many physicians in Delaware and throughout the country struggle to balance their family obligations and private lives with the duties they carry out during an average workday. Talk to anyone who is married to a doctor, and you’ll learn that it is not uncommon for...
Medical negligence and informed consent
Regarding medical negligence, your immediate thoughts may turn to issues such as failure to diagnose or surgical errors. While similar issues continue to affect the lives of many, they might not be the only concerns you could encounter while pursuing treatment for a...