Medical Malpractice

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Understanding Birth Injuries and Malpractice in South Carolina

Infant birth injuries and death rates in South Carolina have been compared to those in third-world countries, to the astonishment of expectant mothers. While pregnancy and childbirth are often healthy and unfold without incident, the statistics for infant and maternal…

A Catastrophic Malpractice Injury Guide

When you’ve lost mobility or function due to a catastrophic malpractice injury, you’ll want a guide to help you through this worst-case scenario. Injuries of this magnitude happen more often than most people realize, yet a disability or catastrophic loss…

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Filing a Medical Malpractice Lawsuit in South Carolina

Laws and procedural rules for medical malpractice claims in South Carolina can make filing a lawsuit an intimidating experience, but not with the right help. Pre-litigation steps, like obtaining an affidavit of an expert witness and submitting a Notice of…

Medical Omission vs. Commission: Which Is Malpractice?

Medical errors in South Carolina are often classified in two ways—acts of omission and commission—and either can qualify as malpractice in certain situations. Because these mistakes can arise from inaction or action, discovering the cause of your harm can be…

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Common Medical Malpractice Cases in South Carolina

The most common medical malpractice cases in South Carolina stem from surgical issues, catastrophic errors, adverse drug reactions, and birthing complications. Medical treatments, including surgeries and medicinal remedies, with undesired, harmful outcomes are referred to as adverse events and many…