Filing a Medical Malpractice Claim Against a Nurse Practitioner
When a preventable medical error leaves a patient injured or in a worse condition than when he or she first sought treatment, the patient may file a medical malpractice claim to see monetary...
View ArticleIVF and Medical Malpractice: What are the Risks?
Many couples who have difficulty conceiving naturally turn to in vitro fertilization (IVF) to conceive children. Like any other medical procedure, there are risks that accompany IVF. Some of these are...
View ArticleWhat Can Happen if Surgical Equipment is Left Inside Me?
A piece of equipment left inside a patient after surgery is known as a retained foreign object. This is often one of the first things mentioned in discussions about medical errors and malpractice...
View ArticleHow Might a Healthcare Provider Defend Against a Medical Malpractice Claim?
Negligence is a key element in every medical malpractice claim. This means that in order to recover compensation for his or her damages, every claimant must be able to prove that his or her healthcare...
View ArticleChoosing the Right Doctor for your Procedure
A lot goes into choosing the right doctor to perform your medical procedure. A doctor’s experience can be reassuring, but this is not a guarantee that he or she will not make a mistake during the...
View ArticleAdverse Vaccine Reactions and Malpractice
Like any other medical procedure, receiving a vaccine comes with the risk of suffering an adverse reaction. This does not mean that you should avoid vaccines – often, their benefits far outweigh their...
View ArticleBaizer Kolar Neiman P.C. Named to Leading Lawyers and Emerging Lawyers List
Baizer Kolar Neiman P.C. is proud to announce that its lawyers have been selected by Leading Lawyers organization as leaders in their industry. Attorneys Bob Baizer and Joseph Kolar have again been...
View ArticleIf Malpractice Occurred but I did not Suffer Harm, Can I Still Collect...
In short, no. This is because in order to recover monetary compensation for your damages following an act of medical negligence, you must show that you actually suffered such damages. If you did not...
View ArticleSettling your Medical Malpractice Claim
When you file a medical malpractice claim, reaching a fair settlement with your healthcare provider’s malpractice insurance provider is the goal. When you settle your claim, it is also a quicker, less...
View ArticleCan I sue my chiropractor?
While not common, chiropractic treatment can lead to catastrophic injuries, including death. In such circumstances, Illinois law allows patients to pursue a legal case against a chiropractor who causes...
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