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Waking Up During Surgery: Can You File a Malpractice Lawsuit?

Surgery requires complete trust between a patient and their medical team. Most people expect to remain entirely unconscious, shielded from any awareness or pain during the operation. However, when anesthesia fails and a patient wakes up during the procedure, the experience can be terrifying. If this has happened to you or someone close to you, it may qualify for...

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Surgical Burns Lawsuit in New Mexico

Every patient entering an operating room expects safety, precision, and care. Surgery should never leave a patient with an unexpected injury. Yet in New Mexico, people sometimes suffer burns during procedures due to unsafe equipment, poor supervision, or preventable errors. These injuries can be painful, emotionally devastating, and life-changing. If this has happened to you or a loved one,...

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Can I Recover Damages If My Doctor Failed to Diagnose a Heart Attack?

Los infartos y otras afecciones cardíacas son la principal causa de muerte en Estados Unidos. Las afecciones cardíacas son responsables de hasta una de cada cinco muertes al año. De media, alguien en Estados Unidos sufre un infarto cada cuarenta segundos. Los adultos de 65 años o más son los más susceptibles de sufrir ataques cardíacos. Los ataques al corazón son...

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Average Settlement for Surgical Error in New Mexico

If you or a loved one suffered harm due to a surgical mistake, you may be wondering, What is the average payout for surgical negligence in New Mexico? Unfortunately, there’s no one-size-fits-all number. Every surgical malpractice case is different, and settlement values depend on multiple factors—some medical, some legal, and many personal to your individual experience. Still, understanding the...

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¿Qué tipos de cáncer se diagnostican erróneamente con más frecuencia?

Cancer misdiagnosis can have devastating consequences, delaying effective treatment, reducing survival rates, and causing unnecessary emotional and physical stress. For those who have been affected by cancer misdiagnosis, understanding the types of cancers that are most commonly misdiagnosed—and the statistics behind these errors—can be essential for navigating their legal and medical options. Poulos & Cavazos, the only law firm...

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When Misdiagnosis Becomes Medical Negligence

Most people trust that when they visit a doctor, they’ll leave with clarity, answers, and the right treatment plan. But when that trust is broken—because a diagnosis is missed, delayed, or simply wrong—the consequences can be serious or even life-threatening. It’s common to ask, What if a doctor misdiagnosed me? And is misdiagnosis considered medical malpractice? The answer: It...

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Malpractice vs. Negligence in Nursing in New Mexico

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...

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¿Qué ocurre si un cirujano comete un error?

Surgeons 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....

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¿Qué porcentaje de casos de negligencia médica van a juicio en NM?

Los casos de negligencia médica son especialmente complejos, ya que en ellos hay mucho en juego, tanto para las víctimas como para los profesionales sanitarios. Para muchas personas que buscan justicia tras sufrir daños por negligencia médica, una de las preguntas más acuciantes es: ¿qué porcentaje de casos de negligencia se resuelven? Comprender la dinámica de los litigios por negligencia médica es crucial, ya sea usted un paciente que busca una indemnización, un profesional sanitario o...

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Legal Rights After a Surgical Mistake

You 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 &...

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