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Can You Sue a Prescribing Doctor for a Loved One’s Overdose in Maryland?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Medical Malpractice Published on October 21, 2024Families struggling to come to grips with the death of a loved one due to an overdose in Maryland may wonder if the doctor who prescribed the medication may be legally responsible. This blog discusses when a doctor may be liable for a patient’s overdose, as well as the challenges of proving negligence in these […]
Read moreSuspect a Birth Injury in Maryland? Know the Signs of Malpractice
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Medical Malpractice Published on October 14, 2024Finding out your child has a birth injury is extremely upsetting. When a baby is harmed during delivery, it can have serious and lasting effects, but how can parents be sure this has happened, and what steps should they take once they confirm it? In this article, we explain more about birth injuries, including specific […]
Read moreSeeking Compensation for Injuries Due to Pulmonary Embolism Misdiagnosis
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Medical Malpractice Published on September 18, 2024A Pulmonary Embolism occurs when a blood clot in your body breaks free and travels up through the bloodstream and into your lungs. Typically, these blood clots form in the deep veins of the legs. If a doctor or other medical professional misdiagnoses this condition, it could result in severe complications, prolonged suffering or death. […]
Read moreHow Hospital Policies Play a Role in Preventing Medical Malpractice in Maryland
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Medical Malpractice Published on September 04, 2024Hospital policies help prevent medical malpractice by establishing clear guidelines and standards for healthcare providers. Unfortunately, some healthcare providers violate these policies. If that failure causes harm to a patient and your attorney can prove it, you may eligible to seek compensation for damages. In a medical malpractice case, attorneys may review hospital policies to […]
Read moreEye Surgery Medical Malpractice: What Victims Need to Know
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Medical Malpractice Published on August 30, 2024Eye surgery can be a nerve-wracking experience. The last thing any patient wants is a mistake that could jeopardize their vision. Our Maryland medical malpractice lawyers have devoted more than 30 years to advocating for medical malpractice victims and recovering millions in compensation. Table of Contents What Are Some Examples of Medical Malpractice During Eye […]
Read moreHow Falsifying Medical Records May Affect a Maryland Medical Malpractice Claim
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Medical Malpractice Published on August 21, 2024The doctor-patient relationship is based on trust and accurate information that allows doctors and patients to make informed choices. Falsifying medical records jeopardizes the patient’s health and may be done to cover up medical malpractice that caused harm to the patient. Table of Contents What Does Falsifying Medical Records Mean? Why Are Accurate Medical Records […]
Read moreCan You Sue for a Doctor’s Failure to Treat Blood Clots?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Medical Malpractice Published on July 25, 2024When doctors misdiagnose and fail to promptly treat blood clots, patients could suffer fatal injuries. Victims or their loved ones may be able to file a blood clot lawsuit to secure compensation for additional medical care, pain and suffering or wrongful death damages if their loved one passed away from untreated clots. In this blog, […]
Read moreMedical Malpractice Lawsuits for Failure to Diagnose Meningitis
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Medical Malpractice Published on July 18, 2024Misdiagnosis is a common form of medical malpractice, and when it happens with an injury like meningitis, the results can be life-altering. In this article, The Law Offices of Peter T. Nicholl discusses meningitis misdiagnosis, along with the variations of this disease, potential long-term consequences and when victims may be able to sue for medical […]
Read morePediatric Medical Malpractice Lawsuits: When Do I Have the Right to File a Case in Maryland?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Medical Malpractice Published on July 11, 2024Parents are often overprotective of their children, so when a child’s doctor provides substandard care, his or her parents may automatically assume it is medical malpractice. However, pediatric malpractice is much more complicated than that. Below, our Maryland medical malpractice lawyers explain pediatric malpractice lawsuits in Maryland, how it occurs, when substandard care rises to […]
Read moreMedical Malpractice Claims Involving Wrong-Site Surgery
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Medical Malpractice Published on July 03, 2024There are various forms of medical malpractice, but one of the most egregious may be wrong-site surgery. It seems almost unexplainable that doctors could do so much preparation only to operate on the wrong part of your body. In this blog, The Law Offices of Peter T. Nicholl will discuss wrong-site surgery, common injuries and […]
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