For some Georgia residents, prescription medications are a normal part of daily life. They trust medical professionals to offer the proper medication for their ailments. When a medication error occurs, like giving a patient a prescription that causes an allergic...
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Missed diagnosis vs. a misdiagnosis: what to know
All doctors in Georgia and across the United States must follow a basic standard of care. Laws allow you to file a medical malpractice claim against doctors who cause you harm by deviating from this standard. Two common types of medical malpractice are a misdiagnosis...
Allergic reactions may end lives and result in malpractice claims
The unfortunate truth about some medications is that patients can be allergic to them. Those who know about their allergies have them noted in their files. They may carry pens filled with epinephrine in case of ingesting something they’re allergic to. They may even...
Misdiagnosis or missed diagnosis
Getting a misdiagnosis or having a missed diagnosis is a common occurrence. Read below to learn more about what you should do in the event that you have been harmed in this manner by a Georgia health care practitioner. What is the difference between a missed diagnosis...
Warning signs of ear cancer that your doctor might overlook
Because ear cancer is rare and patients don't always report the symptoms, doctors sometimes overlook it. You should know what signs to watch for to bring it up promptly to your doctor. If you don't agree with your doctor's diagnosis, you can seek the opinion of...
Issues that could harm your workers’ compensation claim
Georgia workers who are injured on the job will typically file a workers' compensation claim. This claim helps to pay for their medical bills, time off of work and other benefits. If you've recently filed a workers' compensation claim, here are some necessary mistakes...
How common are medication errors?
Medication errors are extremely common in hospitals and lead to injuries in one to 100 patients, according to statistics. Thirty percent of injuries that occur due to drugs in hospitals in Georgia and around the country are because of medication errors that occur....
Are you living with a defective knee replacement?
Have you recently underwent surgery for a knee replacement in Georgia? If so, you should be enjoying a speedy recovery. However, not everyone is so lucky. If you're experiencing long-term discomfort after this surgery, it could be due to a defective knee replacement...
What happens if you’re involved in a crash with an uninsured driver?
Getting into a crash is the last thing anyone wants to have happen to them. A car crash is serious, and it could lead to critical injuries and lasting disabilities. In worst-case scenarios, people die in collisions. If you’re involved in a crash, the one thing that...
Understanding the specifics of a bellwether trial
Georgia and other state courts undergo certain cases that are referred to as bellwether trials. While these are legally binding trials, they are considered a test run for parties who want to see how they will fare. Bellwether trials are commonly held in cases where a...