Medical Malpractice Articles

Sentinel events are broadly defined as preventable medical errors that seriously harm patients. They also are called “never events” because their potential…

Hospital-acquired infections are one of the most serious types of avoidable medical errors.  A group focused on improving patient safety has outlined…

According to a newly released report, over half of all doctors will be sued for medical malpractice during their careers. Medscape, an…

A recent review of medical malpractice claims identified the most common causes involved in lawsuits resulting in significant verdicts for the injured…

Breast cancer is one of the most deadly cancers for women.  Unfortunately, it is often misdiagnosed. Misdiagnosis is a common but potentially…

Recent research has shown that unclear communications – even seemingly minor – among healthcare providers can lead to potentially serious surgical errors….

Medical care in a hospital’s emergency room can be challenging given the serious conditions of many patients.  But not every decision or…

What are the potential benefits and dangers of employing technology to prevent medication mistakes, one of the most serious and common medical…

A hospital’s intensive care unit is where patients with the most serious health conditions are treated. But even critical ICU patients suffer…

Nearly 800 U.S. hospitals recently were penalized for their poor performance in preventing hospital-acquired infections that pose potentially deadly harm to patients….

A major contributor to serious medical errors is never as present as it is now, during the current COVID-19 pandemic: a lack…