Maryland law sets stringent requirements for proving causation in birth injury cases, including standards governing the admissibility of expert testimony. In cases where expert opinions are deemed unreliable or lack a sound basis, courts may exclude such testimony, thereby precluding claims from proceeding. A recent Maryland case involving a birth…
Victims hurt by negligent medical treatment will often pursue claims against their providers. While they may be able to seek damages via other claims as well, they must offer facts sufficient to support such causes of action; otherwise, they will be dismissed. This was illustrated in a recent ruling in…
Medical malpractice can cause grave injuries that not only cause physical and emotional pain but also significant financial losses. Victims of medical malpractice can often recover damages for their harm via civil lawsuits, but the amount recoverable depends, in part, on the type of compensation granted and statutory damages caps.…
Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for the negligence of healthcare providers to harm patients. People who suffer such injuries may be able to pursue medical malpractice claims against the parties responsible for their damages and in some instances, may be able to pursue other claims as well. Regardless of the…
It is not uncommon for people to receive medical care from federally funded facilities. If the treatment rendered at such facilities hurts rather than helps patients, they may be able to pursue medical malpractice claims. Claims against the federal government can be complicated, however, as people pursuing such claims must…
People who pursue medical treatment are entitled to receive competent care, no matter where their treatment occurs. If the care provided is substandard, they may have grounds to pursue claims against their healthcare providers. While the location of their care does not impact the standard their treatment providers should be…
When children suffer harm due to negligent medical care, their parents will often pursue claims against the providers responsible for their injuries on their behalf. In doing so, the parents must ensure they comply with any applicable rules as if they fail to do so, the court might dismiss their…
People experiencing critical health concerns will often visit emergency departments with the expectation that they will receive a timely diagnosis and appropriate care. Unfortunately, that is not always the case, and delayed and missed diagnoses can lead to grave harm. As discussed in a recent Maryland medical malpractice case, a…
People who experience alarming symptoms will typically seek medical attention, in hopes of obtaining an accurate diagnosis and appropriate care. Sadly, however, doctors often fail patients by ignoring their symptoms until their health has deteriorated past the point of return. In such instances, the impacted patients can often recover substantial…
Cosmetic procedures, generally, aim to improve people’s appearances. Nonetheless, they are medical treatments that must be rendered with appropriate skill and care. If they are not, complications can arise, and the responsible parties may be liable for malpractice. In many instances, it is not immediately clear who is involved in…