There are important differences between classic medical malpractice and suits involving clinical trials, sometimes referred to as research litigation.
A recently filed lawsuit hopes to close the "corporate shield loophole," which allows employers or negligent doctors to pay on a claim involving the doctor while not disclosing the payout to the National Practitioner Data Bank
Recently, the Department of Health and Human Services issues a report indicating that 29% of patients in rehab hospitals suffered some kind of harm resulting from their care.
Despite their designation in the medical profession as “never events,” wrong-site surgeries still occur in the United States.
The case of Feres v. United States bars members of the military from suing the government under the FTCA for damages incurred during active duty, even as a result of another service member’s negligence.
According to a recent report, electronic health records may increase medical errors and malpractice liability.
According to a recent Consumer Reports report, a small but significant number of physicians are allowed to practice even though they have been subject to disciplinary action by state medical boards.
A Brooklyn man is bringing a lawsuit alleging that there was a delay in treating his compartment syndrome, resulting in the amputation of his right leg above the knee.