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Workplace injuries occur when employees suffer harm due to their job duties or work environment. These injuries can range from minor cuts and bruises to more severe conditions, including chronic illnesses or traumatic injuries. Workplace health issues can affect...
When seeking medical attention in an emergency room, individuals trust healthcare professionals to provide swift and accurate care. Instances of errors in emergency rooms are not uncommon, and these pitfalls could lead to a medical malpractice suit. Misdiagnosis and...
Receiving an incorrect medical diagnosis can have devastating consequences. If you believe you received a misdiagnosis, it is important to take action right away. There are a few steps you can take to get the proper diagnosis and care. Gather your medical records Be...
In the realm of childbirth, complications can be a distressing reality. It is important, however, to distinguish between two distinct terms that are often used interchangeably in the medical world. Both have profound implications for the child's future, but they stem...
Determining whether a medical professional's actions were negligent is a complex process. It often relies on the careful examination of evidence that gets presented in court. Juries play an important role in this assessment, carefully considering various factors to...
In the healthcare system, you expect doctors to care for you to the best of their ability. At a bare minimum, you expect them to give you the correct treatment. What happens if they do not? There are times when medical professionals may prescribe or administer the...
Every year, about 240,000 women face breast cancer diagnoses. While breast cancer is a concerning health issue, the accuracy is equally important. The misdiagnosis statistics can help shed light on the challenges patients face when receiving a timely diagnosis. Breast...
is pleased to announce that Best Lawyers has named Brian Murphy as the 2024 Lawyer of the Year in Chicago for Plaintiff’s Medical Malpractice litigation. Both Mr. Murphy and Howard Schaffner have again been included in Best Lawyers for the...
While any form of surgery comes with risks, patients have to place their faith in their medical providers to deliver proper results. Unfortunately, mistakes can still happen, and more often than one might think. According to the American Medical Association, 31% of...
Unless you have been involved in a medical malpractice case before, you might think that victims can only sue their doctors for negligence. But your physician might not have been the only negligent party who contributed to the harm you suffered. Fortunately, Illinois...