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The rate of emergency room error statistics in the United States is high. Medical records indicate approximately 250,000 patient deaths each year from medical errors, and a significant number of those occur in the ER. The rate of patient illnesses and injuries that never get reported is suspected to be even higher. Emergency Room Error […]

Following an accident or traumatic event, it is possible to sue for emotional distress. To recover damages in such claims, though, you will need to show that your mental anguish was caused by another person’s actions.  What Is Emotional Distress? Emotional distress, also known as mental anguish, is legally defined as a highly unpleasant emotional […]

The existence of risk factors for birth injuries can usually be identified during pregnancy, labor, and delivery when proper medical evaluations are administered. Generally, medical professionals will consider certain factors that cannot be controlled, like the size of the mom and baby, maternal age, presentation in the uterus, the number of previous pregnancies, and the […]

When a person dies because of the negligent or intentional acts of another, a wrongful death lawsuit can be filed by the decedent’s family members against the responsible party. Compensation is paid to the decedent’s estate, then Illinois law decides how to divide a wrongful death settlement. What Is Wrongful Death? According to Illinois law, […]

If you suffer injuries in certain types of accidents, you may need to understand the difference between premises liability and personal liability. Premises liability claims are related to injuries sustained on another person’s property or business premises. Personal liability claims, however, are related to injuries sustained due to direct negligence by a person, company, or […]

When an injury is caused by a medical procedure or a healthcare provider’s error, it’s important to find the right medical malpractice lawyer. Finding an attorney that’s a good fit requires asking for personal referrals, doing online research, and checking with your state bar association. What Is Medical Malpractice? Medical malpractice is defined as the […]

After having an adverse prescription reaction, you may wonder, “Can I sue a doctor for prescribing the wrong medication?” Doctors should take into account a patient’s health, medical history, and other prescriptions but sometimes still give patients the wrong prescription. More than 100,000 people report suspected medication errors each year, according to the U.S. Food and […]

Results in spinal cord injury claims can vary significantly from case to case depending on how the injury occurred, the damage caused to the injury victim, and the medical prognosis for the victim’s recovery. There is no way to determine how much a spinal cord injury lawsuit is worth without considering all the facts in the […]

Injured individuals must understand several issues when hiring a construction injury lawyer and filing a claim for damages. If you were injured in a construction accident, navigating the tangled web of insurance companies, contractors, subcontractors, and third parties can quickly become overwhelming. Trying to decide which injury lawyer to hire only makes matters more stressful. […]

Understanding who can and should be held responsible after a birth injury helps ensure victims recover full compensation for their losses. Liability for birth injuries in Chicago is not limited to doctors, nurses, and hospitals. Midwives, anesthesiologists, birthing centers, and even medical device manufacturers may also be held liable. If numerous medical professionals were negligent, […]