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Medical Malpractice and Veterans: Understanding Legal Options During Military Appreciation Month

May, recognized as Military Appreciation Month, serves as a reminder of the sacrifices veterans make—including the challenges they face when seeking medical care. Unfortunately, medical malpractice within the VA healthcare system is a serious issue, with veterans experiencing delays in treatment, misdiagnoses, and medication errors that can lead to devastating consequences. Unlike civilian cases, legal […]
Medical Malpractice

Should Patients Have Full Access to Doctors’ Notes? The Ongoing Debate Between Transparency and Medical Judgment

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Most patients want access to their doctors’ notes, yet many healthcare professionals hesitate to grant this transparency. Physicians often worry that medical jargon might be misinterpreted, leading to unnecessary anxiety or even an increase in legal claims. On the other hand, patient advocates argue that access to doctor’s notes improves engagement and adherence to treatment […]
Doctor Errors

Lack of Communication Can Lead to Medical Malpractice

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The phrase “no news is good news” can be dangerously misleading in healthcare settings, especially when silence masks overlooked details or critical errors. In fact, nearly 40% of medical malpractice claims involve diagnostic mishaps, often tied to failures in communication. Patients must take an active role in their healthcare by insisting on clear communication regarding […]
Medical Error + Patient Safety

Most Hospital Errors Go Unreported: What Patients and Families Need to Know

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A recent study published in Health Affairs found that about 90% of hospital errors go unreported by medical staff. This lack of transparency not only leaves patients and their families uninformed, but also raises serious concerns about hospital negligence and accountability. Common Hospital Errors The study identified several types of preventable errors that frequently occur […]
Hospital Negligence

Prioritizing Heart Health: Essential Steps for a Stronger Future

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Heart disease remains a leading cause of death in the United States, but the good news is that many of its risk factors are preventable or manageable with the right lifestyle choices and medical care. Taking proactive steps toward heart health can significantly reduce your risk and improve your overall quality of life. Steps to […]
Patient Safety

Cerebral Palsy: Signs and Symptoms

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Understanding the Early Signs of Cerebral Palsy Cerebral palsy (CP) is a condition that is present at birth, although its signs may not become evident until a child grows older. Often, parents and caregivers begin to notice potential symptoms when a child fails to reach developmental milestones typically achieved by their peers. These signs commonly […]
Birth Injuries + Pregnancy-Related Injuries

Are you Choosing a good Medical Malpractice Attorney?

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Medical malpractice is one of the most intricate areas of law. The processes and details involved are extensive and expensive. It is important that a law firm has the right experience, the right expertise, and the resources to support their clients and their case throughout the process. Choosing a good medical malpractice attorney can be […]
Civil Justice + Medical Malpractice

What Influences the Value of a Medical Malpractice Case?

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When a patient is harmed due to a medical professional’s negligence, pursuing a medical malpractice claim may be necessary to seek justice. But one of the most common questions victims ask is, “How much is my case worth?” At CHH, a medical malpractice law firm in Chicago, we understand the financial, emotional, and physical toll […]
Medical Malpractice

Recognizing Common Doctor Errors

Understanding Common Forms of Medical Malpractice In medical treatment, complications and adverse outcomes are always possible. However, when healthcare professionals fail to abide by the applicable standard of care, resulting in injury, illness, or death, it may constitute medical malpractice. Such incidents can occur at nearly any stage of treatment, from initial consultations to complex […]
Medical Malpractice

Why the Chicagoland Area May Be Particularly Prone to Medical Negligence and Surgical Errors

The Chicagoland area is home to some of the nation’s most prestigious hospitals and medical facilities, but even in a city renowned for its healthcare services, medical negligence and surgical errors are common. At CHH, a law firm specializing in medical malpractice in Chicago, we’ve seen how the unique characteristics of this urban healthcare landscape […]
Doctor Errors + Hospital Negligence + Medical Error + Surgical Errors

AI, Informed Consent & Medical Malpractice

The legal requirement that a patient give “informed consent” prior to receiving medical care is designed to ensure patients understand the terms of the treatment they’ll be receiving – making it critical in medical malpractice cases and vital to patients’ rights. But many surgical consent forms are filled with complex legal and medical jargon, making […]
Medical Malpractice Reform + Medical Research

INFOGRAPHIC: Surgical Errors & Their Causes

Surgical Errors

  Every year, thousands of surgical errors occur in the United States, many of which are the result of negligence by a surgeon. “Surgical negligence” is not the same thing as a “bad outcome” following surgery, but the two categories do overlap.  Specifically, there are certain bad outcomes, sometimes called “known complications” of surgery, which […]
Surgical Errors

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