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MEDICAL MALPRACTICE / PROFESSIONAL NEGLIGENCE

I. General Information about Medical Malpractice

II. Variations in Medical Malpractice Cases
   A. Negligence of Hospitals, Physicians and Others
   B. Misuse of Medications and Medical Devices
   C. Emergency Situations vs. Informed Consent
   D. Contract/Warranty Breaches
   E. Certificate of Merit

III. Health Care Provider Roles

IV. Hospital

V. Vicarious Liability

VI. Duties of Pharmaceutical Companies/Manufacturers

VII. Prescription Medications

VIII. Expert Testimony & Res Ipsa Loquitur

IX. Conclusion

X. Frequently Asked Questions

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Contact a Iowa medical malpractice / professional negligence lawyer representing clients in Waterloo, Iowa today to schedule your free initial consultation.

The medical malpractice / professional negligence claims and settlement attorneys at the Slater & Norris P. L. C. are dedicated to serve their clients in central Iowa, including the cities of Sioux City, Council Bluffs, Des Moines, Fort Dodge, Ames, Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, Davenport, Dubuque, Waterloo, Adel, Marshalltown, Pella, Decorah, Knoxville, Eldora, Johnston, Ankeny, and Burlington , and the communities that make up Woodbury, Pottawattamie, Polk, Webster, Story, Linn, Johnson, Scott, Dubuque, Black Hawk, Dallas, Marshall, Winneshiek, Marion, Madison, Hardin and Des Moines counties.

If you would like to schedule a free initial consultation contact an Iowa medical malpractice / professional negligence attorney, representing clients in Waterloo, Iowa at Slater & Norris P. L. C. Give us a call at (515) 221-0918 or email us at Info@snglaw.com .

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Conclusion

When hospitals and doctors make mistakes, the consequences can be devastating. A 1999 study by the Institute of Medicine concluded that medical errors kill between 44,000 and 98,000 Americans annually. The Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations found that reports of surgeries performed on the wrong site or patient tripled in four years. Despite an epidemic of medical errors, many providers and insurance companies seek to avoid responsibility. The problem is too many medical errors, not too many lawsuits.

The existing system prevents frivolous malpractice lawsuits. Malpractice cases are expensive and difficult to win. Injured patients face the daunting task of finding experts willing to break the code of silence and testify against a colleague. The "routine" malpractice case requires upwards of $50,000.00 in litigation expenses. If the patient loses, neither the patient nor the attorney is paid. Recognizing these formidable obstacles, attorneys know they must file reasonable claims. If you or a family member has been injured by medical malpractice, seek the advice of an experienced lawyer.

DISCLAIMER: The information you obtain at our firm web site is not, nor is it intended to be, legal advice. It is recommended that you should consult an attorney for individual advice regarding your own situation.

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Des Moines, Iowa Attorney practicing in Iowa primarily in Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice - Professional Negligence, Nursing Home Accidents, Premise Liability, Trucking & Commercial Vehicle Accidents and Auto / Car Accidents. Lawyers at the Slater & Norris, P. L. C. are dedicated to serve their clients in Iowa, including the cities of Sioux City, Council Bluffs, Des Moines, Fort Dodge, Ames, Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, Davenport, Dubuque, Waterloo, Adel, Marshalltown, Pella, Decorah, Knoxville, Eldora, Johnston, Ankeny, and Burlington , and the communities that make up Woodbury, Pottawattamie, Polk, Webster, Story, Linn, Johnson, Scott, Dubuque, Black Hawk, Dallas, Marshall, Marion, Winneshiek, Madison, Hardin and Des Moines counties.

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