Chances are, if you suffered injuries due to medical negligence, the tax consequences of a medical malpractice settlement are not at the forefront of your mind. However, understanding medical malpractice settlements, taxable income, and how the two relate to one another are important considerations when deciding whether to accept a settlement. In some cases, a medical malpractice lawyer can...
Continue ReadingWhen most people think about brain injuries, they imagine injuries resulting from a physical blow to the head. To be sure, many brain injuries are caused by car accidents, falls, and other incidents that result in an impact to the head. These are referred to as traumatic brain injuries. However, prescription errors can also lead to brain injuries. And...
Continue ReadingAmbulance drivers and emergency medical technicians (EMTs) are responsible for responding to the scene of an emergency, stabilizing patients, and transporting them to the hospital, where doctors can examine them. In most cases, both ambulance drivers and EMTs take pride in their jobs and do everything possible to ensure a safe trip to the hospital. Unfortunately, that is not...
Continue ReadingGoing to the emergency room can be a terrifying experience—even when everything goes well. However, if a doctor or another medical professional makes a mistake in the emergency room, it can result in life-changing injuries. Patients injured due to emergency room negligence can pursue a medical malpractice lawsuit against the providers responsible for their injuries. At the New Mexico...
Continue ReadingNew Mexico medical malpractice claims are one of the most complex types of personal injury lawsuits. These cases are inherently complicated because of the strict procedural, substantive, and evidentiary rules that govern these claims. In addition, the injuries that stem from medical negligence in New Mexico can wreak havoc on a person’s physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. While...
Continue ReadingMost people know that medical procedures almost always involve some risk. But when a medical professional fails to explain a specific procedure’s dangers to a patient and the patient is injured, that professional may be liable for their injuries. A patient may file an informed consent lawsuit to recover damages in some cases. They may file an informed consent...
Continue ReadingYou’ve just seen a doctor who incorrectly diagnosed you with an illness or disability that you didn’t actually have. This is known as a failure to diagnose or a misdiagnosis, and often results in unnecessary and grave harm. You may wonder, “Can I sue my doctor for misdiagnosis or can you sue a hospital for misdiagnosis?” The short answer...
Continue ReadingWhile any injury can be hard to live with, nerve damage is incredibly frustrating and painful. Often, nerve damage can be the result of something going wrong during a medical procedure, and in many cases, is also preventable. If you find yourself Googling “nerve damage after surgery lawsuit,” the experienced medical malpractice lawyers at Poulos & Cavazos, LLP can...
Continue ReadingCauda equina syndrome is a severe condition that requires immediate surgical intervention. Timely diagnosing cauda equina syndrome is crucial. Failure to get a patient into surgery could lead to permanent damage, such as paralysis and incontinence. If your doctor misdiagnosed you and that resulted in further injury, you could have the right to bring a claim for damages. Speak...
Continue ReadingPregnancy should be one of the happiest periods of your life. However, concern over medical issues and potential complications can cause you to worry. If you speak with your medical provider about symptoms you’re having, they should be diligent in providing appropriate treatment as necessary. Unfortunately, failure to diagnose certain conditions and risks are not uncommon. One commonly undiagnosed...
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