Medical malpractice claims cost the healthcare industry billions of dollars, but the costs include more than just dollars. Often there is accompanying damage to a hospital’s reputation and to staff ...

A California nursing home can’t force the parents of a former nursing home resident to arbitrate their wrongful death claim, although many similar claims would be covered by medical malpractice rules ...

Should federal courts be required to abide by state laws when they consider interstate malpractice cases? The Supreme Court mulled that exact issue in a case it heard earlier this week. The case, ...

Medical malpractice, also known as medical negligence, occurs when a hospital, doctor, or other health care professional fails to comply with the standard of care and causes an injury to a patient.

In The Legal's Medical Malpractice special section, read about how to defend your medical malpractice claims in the age of patient portals and to choose the right expert witness for your case. In The ...

One of my favorite expressions tells us, "It doesn't have to be bad to be stressful." Think wedding, communion, bar mitzvah or any other event commemorating something special. Ultimately, the "big day ...

You've been sued for medical malpractice. If you are a physician in the United States, that is not an unlikely scenario. An analysis by the American Medical Association shows that almost half of all ...

The state attorney general’s office is arguing to dismiss a lawsuit alleging medical malpractice after an incarcerated man died from peptic ulcer disease that went undiagnosed and untreated. The man, ...

Spinal cord injuries are among the most serious medical conditions, often leading to life-altering physical, emotional, and financial challenges. While many spinal cord injuries result from accidents, ...

In the unfortunate circumstance where you suspect medical malpractice in Boca Raton hospitals, you may find yourself overwhelmed and unsure of the next steps. From detailing your medical experiences, ...