by Bell Law | May 7, 2020 | Advice for Patients, Law, Malpractice
If you or someone you love was a victim of misdiagnosis, negligence or malpractice, it may be time to take legal action. Before filing a personal injury lawsuit in Georgia’s court system, it’s crucial to make sure you’re in compliance with the statute of limitations... by Bell Law | Apr 27, 2020 | Advice for Patients, Malpractice
No medical professional sets out to purposefully misdiagnose a patient. However, mistakes still happen for a variety of reasons such as rushing the examination, not listening to the patient and failing to review diagnostic tests. When doctors make such careless... by Bell Law | Apr 14, 2020 | Advice for Patients, Law
We’re living in a time plagued with uncertainty and adaptation. The way we work, communicate, and stay in touch with loved ones is shifting dramatically. Medical professionals are working overtime, risking contact with people infected with the coronavirus in order to... by Bell Law | Mar 30, 2020 | Advice for Patients, Law, Malpractice
By definition, medical malpractice occurs when a patient is harmed because a doctor, nurse or other medical professional fails to provide proper treatment. Doctors owe a “duty of care” to each of their patients, which means doctors are responsible for... by Bell Law | Mar 30, 2020 | Advice for Patients, Law
Reviewing your own medical records after every visit is one of the best things you can do to protect yourself as a patient. Ensuring symptoms, medications and conditions are listed correctly can help shield against both potential misdiagnosis and medication errors....
