Individuals trust medical professionals to recognize the signs and symptoms of potential health problems and protect them. But when a healthcare provider fails to diagnose a health problem, what options does the patient or loved one have if the error…
If you or a loved one has undergone a medical procedure and suspect a healthcare provider made a mistake or a surgical error occurred, you should know your legal options. Adverse events in the healthcare industry can result from undertraining,…
When healthcare professionals fail to communicate, medical malpractice claims can result. This communication breakdown can occur in a number of ways. Medical malpractice claims are predicated upon problems arising within one or more of the four Cs: Compassion, Communication, Competence,…
South Carolina medical malpractice laws and damage limits are state-specific rulings that are difficult to understand, especially without experience. Various statutes and acts govern the timelines, procedural steps, and damages for medical malpractice cases in South Carolina. These rules apply…
Not every injury after labor and delivery is malpractice in South Carolina, but an injury due to a provider’s negligence often qualifies. If your family has undergone a frightening birth experience, you may immediately assign fault to the provider, but…
Medical malpractice cases typically involve permanent injuries that affect patients’ well-being and result in long-term physical, financial, and emotional damage. A medical treatment or procedure with an adverse outcome can catch anyone off guard. While some individuals may wish to…
Misconceptions about medical malpractice lawsuits can impact an individual’s decision to seek legal help after being harmed by a healthcare provider’s negligence. Inaction is dangerous and leaves South Carolina healthcare providers’ records clean, allowing problematic healthcare providers to continue treating…
Understanding the complexities of medical malpractice versus personal injury cases can be challenging. Many types of lawsuits, including those for trucking accidents, auto accidents, and defective products, fall under the umbrella of ‘personal injury,’ but medical malpractice is the most…
The South Carolina Medical Board doesn’t publicly release physicians’ disciplinary actions, leaving patients in the dark about problematic doctors. There are thousands of licensed providers in South Carolina, which makes discerning who offers quality care and who doesn’t a challenge,…
Understanding your patient rights when seeking medical care in South Carolina helps you stay prepared to protect yourself from below-standard treatment. Thousands of Americans die each year from birth injuries, adverse drug reactions (ADRs), misdiagnoses, and other catastrophic medical errors,…