Augusta Georgia Real Estate And Personal Injury Law Blog

Victims of medical malpractice often find themselves in precarious situations for many reasons. One of which is that it can be difficult to prove medical malpractice. There are plenty of reasons why you should consult with an experienced attorney when injured at the hands of a medical professional. We will discuss why it is so difficult to prove a medical malpractice case.

One of the biggest reasons why these cases are so difficult to prove is that there is a much higher burden of proof assigned to these cases. You and your attorney must be able to show that the medical professional went against the standard of care accepted in their practice area. You cannot simply show negligence.

Preparing to have surgery can be a frightening experience, especially if you have never gone under the knife before. Maybe you've heard stories about surgeries gone wrong, or you are simply overwhelmed by the prospect of being under anesthesia. You may be nervous about many aspects of your surgery, but you can take certain actions to protect your interests and even give yourself a little peace of mind during this time.

You've probably talked to your Georgia doctor about your need for this procedure, and maybe you've even had the chance to discuss the surgery with person who will be operating on you. Still, you may want to ask a few questions that will help you feel better about what's ahead. These questions may also help you avoid potential problems.

When you decide it's time to buy a home, you will probably be flush with emotions. You may be nervous about the amount of money you are committing and worried that something will be found in the inspection. Once all the worry subsides, it's time to move forward with the purchase of the home. So, what can you expect at closing? We will explore closing on a home in today's post.

There will be quite a few different people present at a residential real estate closing. They include the following:

• A closing agent
• The home seller
• The home seller's attorney
• Your attorney
• The real estate agent of the seller
• The lender
• Your real estate agent
• You

When the time comes to start a family, you will be excited and worried all at once. Why? Pregnancy can be stressful to some, especially if you have had difficult pregnancies in the past. Childbirth can also be a scary thought. It's not out of the realm of possibility for your child to suffer a birth injury due to the negligence of a nurse or doctor.

How can a birth injury be considered medical malpractice? For starters, most children injured before, during or after birth are injured because of the actions or inaction of the medical staff caring for the mother and child. Medical malpractice in childbirth can be caused by any of the following:

• Failure to recognize warning signs of diabetes or blood pressure issues in the mother or the baby
• Failure to diagnose the mother with serious medical conditions
• Failure to treat the mother for identified medical conditions
• Failure to monitor the heart rate of the baby
• Improper use of delivery instruments
• Failure to perform a C-section in a timely manner
• Failure to provide the newborn baby with oxygen when it is needed
• Administering the incorrect medications to the mother before or during childbirth