Medical Malpractice

Have you or a loved one suffered harm from a medical professional’s mistake? It can be overwhelming. Chances are good that you’re dealing with ongoing treatments and lost wages. You likely have a hard time trusting your doctors now, too. Scheduling a consultation with an experienced Virginia medical malpractice attorney is an important first step.…

Artificial intelligence (AI) is everywhere today, whether you choose to use it in your personal life or not. It’s playing an increasing role in virtually all industries, including healthcare. AI promises faster results, improved accuracy, and better patient outcomes. However, if you’ve been paying attention to the news, you know that AI is prone to…

Have you been hurt by a medical provider’s mistake? Time isn’t on your side. In Virginia, medical malpractice lawsuits have to be filed within a strict window called the statute of limitations, or SOL. However, what happens when the cause wasn’t a single event, but happened over a long course of treatment? That’s where the…

This tragic case involved a two week-old baby who died after his treatment team failed to act on alarming test results. Attorneys Jonathan M. Petty and Brielle Hunt negotiated the case in mediation and secured a $1.4 million settlement on behalf of the baby’s mother. Background of the case A 17-year-old single mother brought her…

Phelan Petty’s Jonathan M. Petty secured a $750,000 settlement for a woman who suffered permanent blindness in her right eye after cataract surgery. Case background The plaintiff, a 53-year-old woman, underwent cataract surgery on her left eye by the defendant ophthalmologist without complication. She experienced no pain or discomfort after the surgery. One week later,…

On September 12, 2022, Phelan Petty’s Brielle Hunt secured a $375,000 settlement for a patient who suffered a fractured femur in a hospital fall. Background of the case The plaintiff presented to the defendant facility complaining of bilateral worsening leg weakness and pain. She was accompanied by her daughter. Her daughter allegedly explained that the…

Multiple infants at the Henrico Doctors’ Hospital in Henrico County, Virginia, recently suffered unexplained fractures. The shocking discovery led to the temporary closure of the facility’s neonatal care unit (NICU) as the hospital and investigators worked to uncover the cause. When the story aired, one family was horrified to hear that this had happened to…

Medical malpractice is complex and highly challenging to prove. Yet, 2023 was a record year for eye-popping medical malpractice verdicts in the U.S. According to Medscape, juries awarded $10 million or more in 57 medical malpractice lawsuits in 2023, and over half of those reached $25 million or more. Here are some examples: In December…

When considering the life-saving potential of organ donations, it is essential for individuals to approach the process with caution and an informed mindset. While organ transplantation has revolutionized medical treatment, cases of medical malpractice surrounding organ donations underscore the importance of vigilance and thorough evaluation. By understanding the potential risks and taking necessary precautions, individuals…

Patients in Richmond have a right to trust that if they need to go to their nearest emergency room, the ER doctors will make the correct diagnosis and provide appropriate treatment. A misdiagnosis can cause a patient to suffer until the accurate diagnosis is made. A misdiagnosis can also mean that opportunity for necessary treatment…