In most cases of wrong patient surgery the liability for medical malpractice falls on the surgeon. However, doctor liability is not always the only case, as there can be several other medical professionals involved in wrong patient surgery...
Q: Are plastic surgery errors considered a type of medical malpractice?
Even though plastic surgery is in most cases elective surgery that does not mean that your surgical team cannot be held liable in a medical malpractice claim if their negligence leads to plastic surgery errors. Your injuries from misconduct in...
Q: Is there medical malpractice involved in cases where contaminated instruments were used in a New York hospital or doctor's office?
A: When healthcare facilities are negligent in the sterilization of medical instruments, they can increase the risk of the spread of disease. Contaminated instruments not properly cleaned and stored can transmit diseases between patients and lead...