Entrusting a loved one to a nursing home or healthcare facility is one of the most important decisions a family can make. We expect these facilities and their staff to provide compassionate and competent care, ensuring the safety and dignity of our family members. However, when signs of mistreatment, errors, or unexplained health complications arise, it is natural to...
Continue ReadingSurgeons are some of the most highly-trained and highly-paid doctors. However, they are still human, and humans make mistakes. Often, a surgical error results in a patient experiencing severe injuries that may have a lasting impact on their life. If a surgeon makes a mistake, the patient may suffer harm that qualifies as medical malpractice if negligence is involved....
Continue ReadingMedical malpractice cases are uniquely complex, involving significant stakes for both victims and healthcare providers. For many individuals seeking justice after suffering harm due to medical negligence, one of the most pressing questions is, what percentage of malpractice cases settle? Understanding the dynamics of medical malpractice litigation is crucial, whether you’re a patient seeking compensation, a healthcare professional, or...
Continue ReadingYou trusted your surgeon to help you heal, but instead you woke up to pain, complications, and confusion. Maybe something feels “off” about your recovery, or you’ve already been told there was a problem during your procedure. In moments like these, it’s normal to wonder if a surgical mistake lawsuit might be your path to justice. At Poulos &...
Continue ReadingAt Poulos & Cavazos, LLP, we understand how profoundly life can change when a preventable mistake occurs in the operating room. Among the most serious errors are retained surgical instrument items, like sponges, clamps, or scalpels, left inside a patient’s body after a procedure. While these events are relatively rare, they are never acceptable. They can cause severe complications,...
Continue ReadingIt probably comes as no surprise to know that medical professionals can make grave mistakes. Some of these mistakes involve negligence, which is one of the common causes of medical malpractice, opening the door for a medical malpractice claim. Victims can suffer lifelong consequences when these mistakes happen. In severe cases, victims may even pass away due to the...
Continue ReadingPharmacists, like all medical professionals, owe a duty of care to their patients. One of the most important duties a pharmacist has is to fill prescriptions accurately. However, pharmacists have a tough job—especially these days—and it’s not uncommon for a pharmacist to make a mistake that drastically affects a patient’s life. Key Takeaways A pharmacy medication error may involve...
Continue ReadingColonoscopy procedures are essential for detecting and preventing serious health issues, such as colorectal cancer. However, for many, the idea of having one can cause anxiety. In addition, when colonoscopy side effects occur, they can increase distress and create uncertainty.In some cases, these issues stem from what’s known as a botched colonoscopy—a procedure that was performed incorrectly or incompletely,...
Continue ReadingBecoming a parent is life-changing. The early days can be both gratifying and overwhelming. This time can become even more stressful if you suspect that your infant sustained a birth injury. The responsibility and expenses of taking care of an injured infant can be difficult to manage. A birth injury could mean corrective surgeries, therapies, and long-lasting medical care....
Continue ReadingGroup B strep or GBS is a bacterial infection that can affect a baby before and during childbirth. When doctors and other medical professionals miss the signs that a baby is suffering from a GBS infection, the results can be life-threatening. That is one reason why group B strep malpractice is a common type of lawsuit in New Mexico....
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