The Critical Role of Expert Witnesses in a Medical Malpractice Case
Expert witnesses often play a critical role in the outcome of a medical malpractice case in which the negligence or misconduct of a healthcare provider has harmed a patient. Their specialized knowledge and opinions are generally required to p…
Is it Medical Malpractice and/or Wrongful Death?
Suppose the negligence of a medical provider contributed to or caused the death of a loved one. Would you have a legal claim for wrongful death or medical malpractice? While medical malpractice and wrongful death claims are distinctly differe…
COVID-19 Medical Malpractice Claims: Assessing Your Case’s Complexity
As of Feb. 6, 2023, conditions for COVID-19 are improving in most of the U.S., with reported cases and hospitalizations falling by more than 20 percent nationally in the past two weeks, according to the latest data from the New York Times. Th…
A Helpful Guide on Medical Malpractice Settlement Negotiations
Medical malpractice lawsuits are among the most complex types of personal injury claims. Just like the road to recovery, they take time, commitment, and plenty of tenacity. If you have suffered an injury or loss caused by the negligence of a …
FAQs Addressing Cerebral Palsy & Related Medical Malpractice Claims
The signs of cerebral palsy (CP) – a condition that affects cognition, balance, and movement – include developmental delays and abnormal muscle tone or posture. CP can become noticeable early in a child’s life and range in severity, fro…
A Guide on Birth-Related Injuries and Medical Malpractice Law
Each year, the Center for Disease Control (CDC) estimates that about 1 in every 33 infants born in the U.S. have a birth defect. January is National Birth Defects Awareness Month and Menzer Law Group supports the CDC’s nationwide effort to …
Major Surgery for Seniors: Are Potential Benefits Worth the Risks?
When older adults undergo major surgery a cascade of complications can occur that should be evaluated alongside the potential benefits before proceeding, reports Judith Graham in a feature story appearing today in CNN Heath. Graham’s articl…
Navigating the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP)
Vaccines play a critical role in preventing disease by helping your immune system fight infections faster and more effectively. When you get a vaccine – whether it’s for the mumps, measles, or flu – you help protect yourself and your c…
Medication & Pharmacy Medical Malpractice Claims
Medical malpractice and personal injury attorney Matt Menzer is deeply familiar with the safety risks tied to medication errors, which, according to a report by the Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy (AMCP), harm at least 1.5 million people eve…
Understanding Spinal Cord Injury Risks in Hawaii
A trip to Hawaii gives visitors a chance at new experiences. Unfortunately, some of these new things can lead to harm, including shallow-dive and wave-related injuries. Shallow-dive injuries According to PubMed Central, diving into shallow wa…