You went to your doctor to address a concern over your health. Several tests and visits later, you learned you needed surgery to fix the problem. You went to the recommended surgeon, scheduled the surgery at your local Georgia hospital and went in for the procedure. When you woke up, something wasn't right. Your surgeon made a mistake, and now you are the victim of a WSP surgical error.
How Georgia ranks in national trucking safety
The nation's trucking industry is more successful than ever. While this is great for our nation's economy, it causes ordinary people to worry about truck accidents. After all, a booming trucking industry means more trucks are sharing our roadways, and collisions with these vehicles typically result in serious and catastrophic physical trauma.
Can a surgical error victim acquire pain and suffering damages?
Medical malpractice can take many forms from a medication error to delayed diagnosis. While it may seem impossible to comprehend, surgical errors are a common type of malpractice. Examples of surgical mistakes causing severe injuries include:
How costly is it to live with spinal cord injuries?
Anyone who has had the grave misfortune of suffering spinal cord injuries can tell you that your life going forward will change in major ways. Along with a potential loss of mobility and independence, victims of these catastrophic injuries must also face massive medical bills. These expenses begin in the immediate aftermath of the injury and can continue indefinitely or for the rest of the victim's life.
Making the decision to pursue a Georgia wrongful death claim
Deciding if you want to seek a legal solution following the loss of a loved one is one of the most personal processes you can experience. Many bereaved family members vacillate between filing a wrongful death claim and letting the matter go unaddressed. Both options have merits, but we urge anyone who has lost a loved one to weigh the decision carefully before making a choice.
Atlanta dermatologist has also been performing plastic surgery
One Atlanta doctor who bills herself as "Atlanta's most experienced cosmetic surgeon" has come under recent media scrutiny. She has four malpractice lawsuits pending against her. She's settled five others.
