Top 5 Medical Errors Leading to Malpractice Claims

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Mistakes made by healthcare providers can have devastating consequences for patients and their families. From surgical errors to misdiagnoses, these common medical errors often lead to significant harm and may form the basis of malpractice claims. The Baltimore medical malpractice attorneys with Schochor, Staton, Goldberg and Cardea, P.A. are here to help victims understand their … Continued

What Constitutes Medical Malpractice? A Quick Checklist

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Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider’s actions or inactions deviate from the standard of care, leading to harm. Whether it is a misdiagnosis, surgical error, or delayed treatment, these mistakes can have lasting consequences for patients. The Baltimore medical malpractice attorneys with Schochor, Staton, Goldberg and Cardea, P.A., are here to guide you through … Continued

Filing a Claim for Medical Negligence: A Guide for Baltimore Patients

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If you believe a healthcare provider’s negligence caused your injuries, you may feel uncertain about the next steps. Filing a medical negligence claim is a way to address the harm you suffered and seek accountability for the care you deserved but did not receive. At Schochor, Staton, Goldberg and Cardea, P.A., we are dedicated to … Continued

Can a Doctor Refuse to Treat a Patient? Understanding Your Rights in Baltimore

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Doctors have a responsibility to provide care, but there are certain situations where they may legally refuse treatment. Understanding when a refusal is permissible and when it crosses the line into negligence is critical for protecting your rights as a patient. The Baltimore medical malpractice attorneys with Schochor, Staton, Goldberg and Cardea, P.A. are here … Continued

How to Sue a Hospital in Baltimore: Legal Options for Victims of Malpractice

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If you were harmed due to hospital negligence, you may feel unsure of how to hold the facility responsible for the care you received. Filing a claim against a hospital allows you to address the harm caused by their mistakes and pursue a resolution for your losses. With guidance from the Baltimore hospital malpractice attorneys … Continued

Medical Malpractice Statute of Limitations in Baltimore

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If you suffered harm due to medical negligence, understanding the statute of limitations for filing a claim is crucial. In Baltimore, specific deadlines determine how much time you have to take legal action against the healthcare provider responsible for your injuries. With guidance from Baltimore medical malpractice attorneys with Schochor, Staton, Goldberg and Cardea, P.A., … Continued

Filing a Medical Negligence Claim in Baltimore: A Step-by-Step Guide

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Step-by-Step Guide Taking legal action after experiencing medical negligence can feel daunting, but understanding the process can provide clarity and confidence. Filing a claim allows you to address the harm caused by a healthcare provider’s actions and work toward a resolution for your damages. With support from the Baltimore medical malpractice attorneys with Schochor, Staton, … Continued

Study Finds no Association between Stillbirths and COVID-19 Vaccines

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Recent research suggests that mRNA Covid-19 vaccines do not cause increased risk to mom or baby during pregnancy. The novel coronavirus that became known as COVID-19 took lives, caused dire economic damage, and created dread and distress such as no one alive had experienced.  Pregnant women feared for their lives and those of their children. … Continued

FDA Issues Alert on Device that May Perforate the Heart

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Medical devices can save lives—or they can end them.  Earlier this year, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a high-level alert concerning a heart pump used for critical care. The Impella Left Sided Blood Pump is used during coronary procedures or in the wake of a serious heart attack (myocardial infarction).  The device … Continued

Physicians Behaving Badly—Study Names Most Unprofessional Medical Specialty

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A research study recently looked at healthcare providers reported by co-workers in safety event reports. In any workplace, the observations and opinions of co-workers are important.  In a recent study published in JAMA Network Open, researchers at Vanderbilt University Medical Center used the Co-Worker Observation Reporting System (CORS) that collects safety event reports involving the … Continued