Archive for January, 2015
Causes of surgical errors
On behalf of David Bowling of The Bowling Christiansen Law Firm, A Professional Law Corporation posted in Surgical Errors on Friday, January 30, 2015. Every year, in Louisiana and elsewhere in the United States, surgical errors take place which can lead to worsened injuries or other medical conditions. Surgery is an inherently risky process which is why, ordinarily, you will be informed beforehand of the potential risks and asked to sign a statement of informed consent. Your signature on such a statement, however, does not mean that you accept the risk that the surgeon or someone else involved in the procedure will make a negligent mistake. The sad truth is, however, that mistakes can happen. How can such errors take…
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3 Important Medical Malpractice FAQs
On behalf of David Bowling of The Bowling Christiansen Law Firm, A Professional Law Corporation posted in Medical Malpractice on Thursday, January 29, 2015. Medical malpractice has become an epidemic in the United States. According to Forbes, medical malpractice claims totaled more than $3 billion in 2012 alone. On average, there are more than 365 payouts per year. However, it is often challenging to prove medical malpractice, which is why the guidance of a malpractice attorney may prove invaluable. In the medical field, even minor mistakes can cause serious injury or even death. Fortunately, there are laws that protect the rights of victims and their families. If you have suffered due to the negligence of a healthcare provider, you…
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Mother Sues Doctor After Alleged Misdiagnosis of Her Son
On behalf of David Bowling of The Bowling Christiansen Law Firm, A Professional Law Corporation posted in Medical Malpractice on Thursday, January 22, 2015. Louisiana Record reports on a tragic case involving a man who died after a doctor allegedly misdiagnosed him in the emergency room. According to the report, the victim’s mother filed suit against the doctor who sent him home from the hospital without properly treating him. The patient later died from fluid accumulating in his brain. The plaintiff claims the doctor failed to diagnose the fluid buildup before sending her son home with a simple diagnosis of vertigo. She contends he later died due to a lack of treatment for the actual problem at hand, and she…
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