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Common Signs of Medical Malpractice in New Mexico
Medical malpractice is often difficult to recognize right away. Many patients assume their medical providers gave them the appropriate care and that their symptoms are normal complications of treatment. The standard of care may not have been upheld. Understanding the common signs of medical malpractice in New Mexico is essential if you believe your medical… read more
Medical Malpractice Vs Negligence in New Mexico
Medical malpractice vs negligence in New Mexico are different acts, but both result in a patient being harmed. If you or someone you love has suffered as a result of a medical professional’s actions, seek legal counsel to understand your rights and legal options under New Mexico law. Hire a Medical Malpractice Lawyer Today Founding… read more
Common Types of Medical Malpractice Cases in New Mexico
You put your trust in many different medical professionals over the course of your lifetime. If you suffer harm at the hands of these individuals and their negligence, it can be a devastating blow, both physically and mentally. Unfortunately, these cases occur time and again in the state of New Mexico. There are several common… read more
New Mexico Medical Malpractice Statute of Limitations
Medical malpractice cases can be difficult, time-consuming, and stressful, particularly if you are the victim of malpractice who is attempting to seek some semblance of justice. It’s a complex sort of case that can be brought against any medical professional if it can be proved that it occurred. If you are seeking to start a… read more
Proving Fault in a Wrongful Death Case
Proving Fault in a Wrongful Death Case When a personal representative files a wrongful death claim in New Mexico, perhaps the most important aspect of the process is determining liability. The personal representative’s goal is to recover compensation for the estate and for the deceased’s surviving family members, and determining liability is the only way… read more
New Mexico Medical Malpractice Laws
When individuals sustain an injury or illness caused by the negligent actions of a medical provider, they may be able to recover compensation for their losses. If there was loss of life due to the negligent actions of a medical professional, a wrongful death claim may be warranted. Here, we want to examine some of… read more
The Most Common Types of Medical Malpractice in New Mexico
When an individual sustains an injury or incurs an illness due to the negligent actions of a medical professional, they may be able to file a lawsuit in order to recover compensation. There are various types of medical malpractice that could lead to a plaintiff filing a lawsuit. Here, we want to review some of… read more
Medical Malpractice Reform Should Focus On Patient Safety
Medical Malpractice reform has been receiving much attention recently with the introduction of H.R. 5, which seeks to impose national tort reform measures, including the imposition of caps on non-economic damages as well as potentially taking away the right to trial by jury in some medical malpractice cases. As New Mexico medical malpractice lawyers, we… read more
Malpractice “Reforms” Unrelated To The Practice Of Defensive Medicine
In direct contradiction to claims that medical malpractice caps are necessary on pain and suffering in order to reduce the costs of doctors practicing “defensive medicine, ” a recent study released in the policy journal Health Affairs found that many of the popular proposals suggested for reducing medical malpractice are unrelated to the practice of… read more
Grants Awarded To Study Medical Malpractice
Last week the Department of Health and Human Services announced millions of dollars in grants to states to address medical malpractice. These grants will go to state health departments, universities, and medical centers for demonstration projects designed to reduce injuries, decrease the numbers of lawsuits, improve doctor/patient communication, and lower liability insurance premiums. These funds… read more
