Category: Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice is a broad legal term encompassing many types of conduct that constitute a cause of action in a lawsuit. It occurs when a doctor, hospital, nurse, or other healthcare provider, through a negligent act or omission, causes injury to their patient.  In other words, a medical malpractice case holds healthcare professionals liable for...

If you suffered injuries due to medical negligence, you have legal rights. You might be wondering how to file a medical malpractice lawsuit. If you plan to pursue a claim against the negligent medical provider, it’s crucial to understand the procedural requirements. Otherwise, you might not be allowed to proceed with your claim. When you...

Medical malpractice happens when a patient sustains injuries due to a medical professional’s negligence. Thousands of people entrust their lives to doctors and hospitals every day across the state. When a medical professional makes a mistake that causes a patient harm, it can result in life-threatening injuries. Understandably, potential clients might be unaware of how...

What do you do when a professional you have entrusted with your health makes a devastating mistake? You can file a medical malpractice lawsuit to recover damages from all responsible parties. So, you may be wondering what the average settlement for a medical malpractice lawsuit is in Washington State. Although money is no replacement for...

According to Washingtons statute of limitations for medical malpractice claims, victims must filer their case within 3 years after the medical negligence occurred or one year after they discover the error that caused their injury. Suffering new or worsening injuries after visiting the doctor is one of the last things you’d expect. However, a 2016...