Medical Malpractice
Medical Malpractice in the Military: Can Service Members Sue?
At Phelan Petty, we have the utmost respect for our country’s service members. Unfortunately, when the unthinkable happens and they’re injured by another government employee, they cannot file a lawsuit and demand compensation. This includes active service members who fall victim to medical malpractice at a military hospital. A controversial rule called the Feres doctrine…
Read MoreDo You Think You Experienced Medical Malpractice? Look Out for These 5 Red Flags
We place a lot of trust in our doctors. When something goes wrong, it’s tempting to give them the benefit of the doubt and ignore our concerns. However, no one is infallible. At Phelan Petty, we believe that victims of medical malpractice deserve answers and accountability. If you believe that you are a victim of…
Read MoreDo Medical Malpractice Lawsuits Make Our Communities Safer?
A single mistake by a doctor or medical professional can turn a hopeful patient into a victim suffering from physical, psychological, and financial damages. If you were injured by someone’s medical malpractice, you need to understand that holding negligent doctors and hospitals accountable is crucial, not only for your own well-being, but that of the community…
Read MoreHow Do I Sue a Doctor for Medical Malpractice?
How Do I Sue a Doctor for Medical Malpractice in Virginia? Claims against negligent doctors, providers, and medical facilities are some of the most complicated injury claims. Virginia law establishes strict rules about the timing and procedures associated with medical malpractice claims, and a single mistake can result in delays and lost compensation. In this…
Read MoreMedical Malpractice Damage Caps and the Dangers of Tort Reform
A medical mistake can change your life forever. Victims of medical malpractice often face a lifetime of lost income, high medical and nursing bills, and immense grief. Unfortunately, if the malpractice occurred in Virginia, no matter how significant your damages are or how shocking the doctor’s negligence, you’ll face a damage cap. Keep reading to…
Read MoreFailure to Diagnose: A Medical Malpractice Victim’s Guide
Misdiagnosis and failure to diagnose are two of the most common forms of medical malpractice. However, proving that a diagnostic error constitutes medical malpractice can be challenging, and cases involving misdiagnosis or failure to diagnose require incredibly complex investigations as well as expert witness testimony and a thorough understanding of the law. If you or…
Read MoreProving Medical Malpractice: Why Experts Matter for Your Lawsuit
When a doctor’s errors cause catastrophic injuries, you have every right to demand justice. We place immense trust in physicians, and medical malpractice can shatter this trust and change your life forever. However, malpractice claims against a physician, nurse, or other medical provider are highly technical. Without expert witnesses willing to testify that your medical care was…
Read MoreHOW DO I KNOW IF MY DOCTOR HAS A MALPRACTICE HISTORY?
“Wait – You mean to tell me that he has hurt other patients before?” I can’t tell you the number of times I’ve seen a medical malpractice client’s face turn pale with shock and despair when I share with them that their doctor has been sued successfully in the past. Typically, these clients have very…
Read MoreDo I Still Need to Pay My Medical Bills if I Think That I’m a Victim of Medical Malpractice?
The Problem “Do you mean to tell me that the hospital can make a mistake and still send me a bill? And they actually expect me to pay it?” Many patients who are unhappy with the results of their health care, or who feel that they have been victims of medical malpractice, are surprised…
Read MoreMedical Malpractice Rates: Don’t Believe the Hype
The “tort reform” crowd would have us believe that medical negligence is almost nonexistent, but that medical malpractice insurance premiums are skyrocketing and driving physicians out of business due to “frivolous” lawsuits. Here are some facts. A study by HealthGrades reported that medical negligence in hospitals kills about 195,000 Americans per year. To put this in…
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