When we go to the doctor for a health issue, we are typically able to communicate without any problems. For deaf patients, the reality can be very different. A simple conversation can become very difficult if effective communication options are not provided to the patient. In cases in which the medical…
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Colonoscopy Errors in Maryland
Colonoscopies are important procedures used to detect any issues with the colon. Colonoscopy errors can have serious consequences for the patient. If you or someone you know has been injured by a colonoscopy error, it might be a result of medical malpractice. At Arfaa Law Group, our Baltimore medical negligence attorneys can…
Drug Allergies and Medical Malpractice in Maryland
When you go to see a doctor or visit a hospital, you trust that the health care providers will be vigilant in keeping track of any allergies you have disclosed. If you or someone you know was harmed due to an allergic reaction caused by a medical professional’s error, we can help.…
Sepsis Maryland Malpractice Cases
If you suffered from sepsis or blood poisoning during a hospital visit, you may be entitled to compensation for your harm. At Arfaa Law Group, our Baltimore medical malpractice attorneys have the knowledge, experience, and skill to examine the facts of your case and determine whether or not you have…
What are “Never Events” in the Context of Maryland Medical Malpractice Law?
When a patient is about to undergo treatment or surgery for a particular medical condition, certain adverse effects may be inevitable. In other cases, adverse effects may be a result of a medical mistake. While certain errors are understandable, some are so shocking and outrageous that they should never have happened.…
Malpractice Caused by Dirty Surgical Instruments
Surgery is daunting enough on its own, and the process shouldn’t become even more unnerving because of concerns of negligence on the part of your surgeon. Unfortunately, surgical instruments that are dirty or not sterilized properly harm patients each year. When this happens, even minor or routine surgeries may turn into a nightmare…
Informed Consent Issue in Maryland Medical Malpractice – Spangler v. Mcquitty
Birth injuries can be devastating for the entire family. If your child has been hurt due to a birth injury, it is important to speak to a qualified Baltimore medical malpractice attorney. In Spangler v. Mcquitty, the parents of a boy, Dylan, filed a claim against the physician who delivered…
Maryland Medical Malpractice Cases Involving Minors
There is nothing worse for a parent than to see his or her child suffer an injury. When the injury could have been prevented, it can be even more emotionally draining. Unfortunately, many children are harmed each year as a result of medical malpractice. If this has happened to your child,…
State Supreme Court Holds Evidence of Marijuana Use Admissible in Medical Malpractice Case
In every Maryland medical malpractice case, there are specific rules governing which evidence is admissible at trial, and a failure to adhere to these rules can significantly affect your case. If you or someone close to you has been injured as a result of medical malpractice, it is imperative to have…
State Court of Appeals Affirms Dismissal of Malpractice Case Against Public Hospital
The birth of a child is meant to be one of the most joyous occasions in a parent’s life. The sad reality is, however, that medical mistakes often cause serious and long-term injuries to a child. If your infant has suffered a birth injury due to a medical professional’s negligence, we…