Search Tag: medical negligence
2023 19 Jul
Welcoming a new life into the world should be a moment of joy and celebration for parents. When unexpected complications lead to birth injuries, it can be heartbreaking for the child and their family. Some instances when healthcare professionals fail to meet the required level of care may be attributed to medical errors. Establishing accountability...Read more
2018 24 Oct
A new analysis shows that litigation claims for medical negligence are on the rise in the UK and continue to do so at an alarming rate. Notably, the cost of claims has increased at a faster clip with annual spending rising from £400 million in 2006 to £1.6 billion in 2016, according to the report published in the journal Clinical Radiology....Read more
2017 22 Mar
Hospitals often take a "deny and defend" approach when faced with allegations of medical negligence. However, offering prompt disclosure and apology for medical mistakes may actually reduce the likelihood of their being sued by irate patients, according to an article from The Washington Post. Reforms to the way the healthcare industry handles medical...Read more