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Almost any worker employed by a railroad company will be protected under FELA if they are injured on the job, including those whose primary duties are not performed in or around trains. more

To succeed in a medical malpractice case, a plaintiff has to show an injury or damages that resulted from the doctor's deviation from the standard of care applicable to the procedure. more

Numerous federal and state statutes, regulations, and safety orders concerning a variety of products might be helpful in proving a product liability case. more

Figuring out who is at fault in an accident is a matter of deciding who was careless. For traffic accidents, your state's traffic laws provide guidelines by which liability may be measured. more

Medical Malpractice- An Overview Medical Malpractice occurs when a negligent act or omission by a doctor or other medical professional results in damage or harm to a patient. Negligence by a medical professional could include an error in the failure to timely and adequately diagnose, treat or manage an illness. If such negligence results in injury to a patient, a case could arise against the doctor if his or her actions deviated from generally accepted standards of practice; against the hospital for improper care, such as problems with medications, sanitation or nursing care; or against local, state or federal agencies that operate hospital facilities. Medical malpractice laws are designed to protect patients’ rights to pursue compensation if they are injured as the result of negligence. However, malpractice suits are often complex and costly to win. While theoretically, you can seek compensation for any injury caused by negligence, regardless of its seriousness, time and money make it unrealistic to sue for an injury that is minor or resolves quickly. Therefore, if you believe you have a medical malpractice claim, it is important to consult with Bauer & Baebler, P.C. at 1(800) 682-4529 who can help you determine whether your claim is worth pursuing. Medical malpractice is not limited to medical doctors. It applies also to osteopaths, nurses, dentists, health care facilities and others providing health care services. Understanding Informed Consent In many situations where medical care or treatment is provided to an individual, medical professionals are required to obtain the patient’s “informed consent”. Although the specific definition of informed consent may vary from state to state, it means essentially that a physician (or other medical provider) must tell a patient all of the potential benefits, risks, and alternatives involved in any surgical procedure, medical procedure, or other course of treatment, and must obtain the patient’s written consent to proceed. Responsible Parties in Medical Malpractice Actions Medical malpractice is not limited to medical doctors. It applies also to nurses, dentists, osteopaths, health care facilities, and others providing health care services, such as nursing homes. Medical Experts Establishing wrongdoing on the part of a health care provider is often difficult. It requires the hiring of experts, in the same field as the health care professional being charged with misconduct, who must testify as to what the defendant should have done under applicable professional standards. Since medical organizations generally discourage those in the medical professions from testifying against one another, it is difficult to find experts who have the integrity to come forward and testify as to misconduct by one of their peers. In addition, many insurance companies providing coverage to health care providers require that they not testify against other providers who are insured by the same company. Bauer & Baebler, P.C. will have your case reviewed by an expert licensed in the particular medical field of interest if malpractice did occur. Medical Malpractice Resource Links Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Features information on accident causes and prevention, traffic fatalities, drowning, falls, and more. Division of Quality Assurance U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Links to National Practitioner Data Bank and the Healthcare Integrity and Protection Data Bank. DrugIntel A comprehensive pharmaceutical information and medical product liability website. Home | Firm Overview | B&B FELA Practice | Other B&B Practice Areas | Contact Us FELA | Medical Malpractice | Product Liability | Motor Vehicle Accident Attorney Profiles | Client Testimonials | Referring Attorneys | Web Resources | Site Map | Verdicts and Settlements Disclaimer: It should be noted that use of this web-site does not create an attorney-client relationship with the law firm of Bauer & Baebler, P.C. or any attorneys associated with the firm. Copyright © 2009 by Bauer & Baebler. All rights reserved. You may reproduce materials available at this site for your own personal use and for non-commercial distribution. All copies must include this copyright statement.