A medical misdiagnosis can be devastating to you and your family. It can cause an existing condition to worsen, leading to more harm than it otherwise would, and in some instances, the condition may advance to the point that it’s fatal. The severity of these mishaps...
Medical Malpractice
How common is substance abuse among medical professionals?
Many healthcare professionals work long hours in demanding and traumatic environments. The physical and emotional burnout that comes with jobs in the medical field can make these well-meaning professionals susceptible to substance abuse and addiction. Addiction...
Hospital safety grades show disparity in South Carolina
Medical errors are unexpected and can do an immense amount of damage to people and their families. For South Carolina residents who seek medical attention, being victimized by medical malpractice can cause a worsened condition, illness, injuries and even death. While...
Five birth injuries that may be indicative of medical malpractice
The birth of your child is supposed to be an exciting time. You should be able to focus on your child’s health and how you’re going to raise them, but all too often, those feelings of elation are quickly dashed by errant medical professionals whose mistakes cause...
Tips for building your medical malpractice case
Figuring out how to cope with the harm that has been caused by medical malpractice can be overwhelming. You might struggle to conduct daily tasks, such as cooking and cleaning, and you might be incapable of enjoying the things you once loved, like playing with your...
Just how common is medical malpractice?
Most people have a lot of trust in their doctor and the medical professionals who support them. Yet, the truth of the matter is that medical malpractice is far more common than many people realize. In fact, some studies have shown that more than 200,000 people die...
Be aware of these four common types of medical malpractice
You’d think that with the technology at medical professionals’ disposal that error rates in the profession would be extremely small. Yet, this isn’t the case. In fact, tens of thousands of people continue to be harmed each year by errant medical care. Here are some of...
Is your doctor ‘gaslighting’ your concerns?
You may have heard of people “gaslighting” in a personal relationship. Gaslighting happens when one person tells lies in order to make another person question what is real or question their own judgment on a situation. Gaslighting can even lead a person to feel like...
Missing one of these steps could cost your malpractice claim
Have you been wronged by a medical professional and suffered harm as a result? If so, then you might be ready to take legal action. But navigating the legal system can be complicated, and one seemingly minor misstep can lead to devastating consequences for your claim....
Do low-cost clinics have a lower standard of care?
Dealing with an illness can feel tiresome and stressful. When you cannot afford care, it can feel like your problems are multiplying. There are free and low-cost clinics throughout South Carolina. Still, you may be concerned about the quality of the care you will...