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Medical malpractice can occur in many forms and at any stage of treatment, but what are common examples of medical malpractice? Surgical errors, diagnostic errors, medication mistakes, and birth injuries are some common forms of medical malpractice in Chicago. Understanding the types of negligence that healthcare providers commonly commit and the medical malpractice cases that can arise from the harm suffered will leave you in a better position to pursue legal action when you or a loved one sustains a medical injury.

The most dangerous medications that doctors still prescribe include opioids, benzodiazepines, antidepressants, and stimulants. These drugs can have significant side effects when misused and even when used correctly.

If you have brought a personal injury claim or lawsuit, you may need to submit to an IME, or independent […]

The difference between a wrongful death lawsuit and a survival action is the grounds the claim is based on. A survival action […]

The value of medical malpractice settlements for misdiagnosis will depend on several factors. Misdiagnosis of an illness or injury often […]

To find a good medical malpractice lawyer, you will need to do a search on bar association websites or get […]

Wondering, “How do I know if I have a medical malpractice case?” If a healthcare provider acted negligently and injured […]

How long do you have to sue for medical malpractice in Illinois? You have up to two years from the […]