What are Connecticut Medical Malpractice Attorney’s Fees?
by Gerard McEneryJune 20th, 2015
The medical malpractice lawyers at our firm are often asked what the fees are to retain an attorney on a medical malpractice case. The state of Connecticut has a specific statute that establishes attorneys fees in not just medical malpractice cases, but in all personal injury cases. Fees in Connecticut are on a contingency basis, … Keep reading…
Connecticut Medical Malpractice and the Physician Profile Law
by Charles B. Price, Jr.June 17th, 2015
Fortunately in Connecticut, we have a law that mandates all physicians provide the following information to the Department of Public Health concerning any in or out of state medical malpractice judgement, settlement or arbitration award in the last 10 years, including: Date judgement, settlement, or arbitration was resolved; Amount paid; Practice speciality related to the … Keep reading…
Medical Malpractice and Informed Consent
by Gerard McEneryJune 14th, 2015
Sometimes when the medical malpractice lawyers at our firm are investigating case, the issue of informed consent is brought to light. But what is it exactly? As it relates to medical malpractice, it is the physician’s duty to provide the patient with all of the material risks surrounding a procedure and/or providing alternatives, if they … Keep reading…
9 Common Medical Errors That Can Be Avoided
by Robert Messey, MD, JDJune 11th, 2015
Every body is different and will react to medical events in an individual manner. However, some medical situations are the direct result of doctor negligence or error. This is called medical malpractice. Nine of the most common medical errors are: Obstetric errors/birth injuries Drug interactions Ventilator-associated pneumonia Bed sores Catheter-associated urinary tract infections (UTIs) Blood … Keep reading…
What is Nursing Medical Malpractice?
by Gayle Sullivan, RN, JDJune 8th, 2015
Doctors are not the only healthcare providers that can be held liable for negligence. A registered nurse’s failure to act, or act improperly, can result in patient injury, including death. There are four criteria in which we must prove negligence in nursing malpractice: Duty. Duty refers to the ability to follow the treating physician’s medical … Keep reading…