What happens if the Opinion of Your Expert Witness is not Popular
What happens if the defense objects and asks the judge not to allow your expert witness to testify because the expert’s opinions are not in accordance with the other doctors of their particular specialty?
How does a Lawyer Evaluate a Potential Medical Malpractice Lawsuit
When you think you have been injured by the wrongdoings of a hospital or doctor you may want to file a medical malpractice case. A lawyer on the other hand will carefully evaluate several aspects of the case to see if you have a possibility of a valid lawsuit pending.
Doctors Blaming each Other makes it Easy for the Plaintiff to Prove Wrongdoing
Filing Lawsuit against Multiple Doctors
Can You Sue for Medical Malpractice without Knowing What Actually Went Wrong
You went into a hospital for what you believed was a simple procedure, but you came out with significant injuries, and you believe something was done wrong by the hospital or doctors. However, you do not have all the facts to understand really pertaining to what was done wrong. Can you file a medical malpractice lawsuit, when you do not have all the facts about what went wrong?
Can an Expert Witness Appearing in a Medical Malpractice Case Charge a Contingency Fee
In a medical malpractice case in New York, can the medical expert who comes in to support your case ask for a contingency fee as a payment? A contingency fee would mean a percentage of the settlement or compensation awarded to you by the jury.
Can a Doctor make a Bright Red Mistake and Yet not be Legally Responsible
A doctor makes a severe mistake, fails to diagnose symptoms of an impending heart attack and yet he was not legally responsible for the patient’s injuries. How is this possible?
The reasons, consequences for numerous medical tests
Physicians must find a balance between not investigating enough potential problems and going overboard when diagnosing a patient. An overwhelming majority of emergency room physicians who took part in a recent survey reported that they order tests that patients likely do not need in order to protect themselves against malpractice suits. This can lead to higher costs of medical treatment and worse patient care in New York and other states.
You cannot Wait Until the Last Minute to File a Medical Malpractice Case in New York
What is the Statute of Limitations?
Why would the Defense Attorney Repeatedly Ignore a Ruling by the Judge
Defense Attorney does not Heed the Judge’s Ruling
Why do You need to Show to the Jury You are More Likely Right than Wrong
Burden of Proof Rests with the Victim