Common Misdiagnoses That Lead to Medical Malpractice Claims
Medical misdiagnosis is a significant issue that can lead to severe consequences for patients. When a healthcare provider fails to correctly identify a patient’s condition, the resulting delays in treatment can cause considerable harm. The Law Offices of Michael Oran, APC, has extensive experience handling medical malpractice claims, many of which stem from common misdiagnoses. […]
Consent in Medical Treatment: Understanding Your Rights
In the medical field, just as everywhere else, you’re the only person entitled to decisions over your body. Ethics and the law all agree that you should be handed all the tools to decide what healthcare you want to receive and that you have the right to accept or refuse treatment or procedures. This agreement […]
Could Electronic Medical Records Cause Medical Malpractice?
The move to digital media has affected every part of the modern world, including healthcare. One of the most fundamental changes to the medical industry may not be immediately obvious, but it has revolutionized care. This groundbreaking change is the adoption of electronic medical records (EMRs) in place of paper copies. Electronic medical records, sometimes […]
Are HIPAA Violations Medical Malpractice?
When you go to the hospital, you’re putting a lot of trust in the people who work there. You’re not just trusting the healthcare professionals to care for you at your most vulnerable. You’re also trusting the entire organization and its employees to respect your rights, personal autonomy, and privacy. Hospital employees have an ethical […]
