The medical industry is filled with professionals who have invested years of education and training into becoming doctors. This is why many patients trust their doctors to provide life-saving treatment in cases of illnesses and medical conditions.  However, doctors are not perfect and can be prone to mistakes. In some cases, their negligence may cause errors that affect their patient’s overall health and quality of life. For those who suspect being a victim of medical negligence, there are many potential solutions for compensation, especially if you’re working with experienced medical mal ..read more

Undergoing surgery is not an easy decision to make. Then, when the time comes for the procedure, you trust that the team in charge of the operation will do their best to help you feel better.  Most of the time, surgeries successfully treat injuries and illnesses. However, complications from surgical mistakes can also happen. A study showed that at least 4,000 surgical errors occur in the U.S. every year and that they comprise the majority of hospital malpractice claims. Unfortunately, mistakes in the operating room do more than cause physical injury or even death to the patient. The conse ..read more

As you live your daily life, you try to stay safe and healthy in different ways: from following traffic regulations and wearing protective equipment at work sites to attending your doctor’s appointments. However, accidents can happen, and even the most careful of people can get hurt as a result of someone else’s negligence. If you have been harmed by the negligence or recklessness of another party in Illinois, you may be able to file a personal injury claim. With the help of a Chicago personal injury lawyer, you can receive fair compensation for the expenses and losses you’ve incurred due to t ..read more

Medical providers are there to provide you relief from your pain or discomfort, treat life-threatening conditions, and help you get back to enjoying your life again. However, mistakes can also happen in the healthcare industry, and a John Hopkins University of School and Medicine study showed that misdiagnosis is the leading cause of serious medical errors.  Without a proper diagnosis, patients can experience adverse drug reactions or receive the wrong treatment. Incorrectly diagnosing a severe medical condition can also lead to permanent disabilities and even death.  If you or a lov ..read more

The Illinois Civil Liabilities Wrongful Death Act (740 ILCS 180/) defines wrongful death as a person’s untimely demise due to other people’s negligence or wrongful actions. The state also considers it wrongful death if the deceased (or decedent) could have filed for personal injury claims if they survived. But since they can no longer defend their right to claim compensatory damages, other people can have the right to file a lawsuit on their behalf.  Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Chicago? Illinois law allows the immediate family and, potentially, other relatives of the decedent ..read more

Suffering from any life-altering injury, regardless of the cause, can be devastating and overwhelming. Aside from the physical pain and emotional suffering it has caused , you may also have to deal with other consequences like costly medical care, lost wages, and emotional trauma.  Many victims try to handle their personal injury claims themselves to avoid legal fees. However, not all personal injury cases are simple, and not all personal injury lawyers in Chicago ask for upfront fees. Moreover, they can handle the complexities of your case and fight for your rights so you can receive fai ..read more

If you have suffered intense physical or emotional damage due to a medical misdiagnosis, know that you have legal recourse to file a medical malpractice lawsuit and seek damages. Know your options by seeking the help of a medical malpractice attorney in Chicago. What Constitutes a Misdiagnosis? On its own, a medical practitioner’s failure to diagnose an illness or injury does not automatically constitute malpractice. Even the most experienced and highly competent physicians can make diagnostic errors from time to time.  ..read more

Prescription and over-the-counter medications help you manage symptoms or recover from illnesses so you can ultimately get back to healthily enjoying your life. However, the same drugs you regard as your lifeline through your difficult times can also cause serious complications and even death when medication errors occur.  If you or a loved one has been harmed by a medication error due to pharmaceutical negligence, knowing your rights and understanding the next steps in reporting medication errors can help you seek the compensation you deserve.  Understanding Medication Errors — How ..read more

The loss of a loved one is a devastating experience in and of itself. The pain becomes more significant, however, when the death was wrongful, untimely, and preventable had others been mindful of their actions or performed their duties diligently.  But emotional distress is just one of the many problems surviving families of wrongful death victims experience. There are also funeral and burial expenses to contend with, plus the long-term impact on the family’s quality of life if the decedent provided important financial contributions to the family. Therefore, as the distressed party, the f ..read more

Even a doctor can become a victim of medical malpractice. Earlier this month, Dr. Mario Adajar, a Pennsylvania-based doctor, filed a malpractice suit against Dr. Michael Baloga, Jr., a podiatrist at the Foot and Ankle Center in West Pittston and the Wound Healing Center at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital after Dr. Adajar’s foot was amputated due to infection. Dr. Adajar had sought treatment for callouses and a chronic ulcer. Despite months of treatment, his condition did not improve. In June 2021, Dr. Baloga prescribed a total contact cast for Dr. Adajar. A day later, an infection flared up so s ..read more