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Medical malpractice claims in California can involve life-altering injuries and significant financial expenses. No matter how severe your damages, however, the amount of compensation you can recover may be limited by state law. Recent changes to California’s damage cap rules have altered how much victims may receive in certain cases, making it important to...

Errors in medical records are far more common than most patients realize. While some mistakes may be simple, such as misspellings, others can have a direct and harmful impact on your treatment. Doctors and nurses rely heavily on your records when making decisions, so what might appear to be a small error can still...

Hospitals have a duty to keep patients safe until they are stable enough to leave. When a patient is sent home too early, the risks can be serious. Premature discharge often leads to serious consequences like worsening health problems and emergency room readmissions. In California, if a hospital or doctor is negligent in releasing...

Losing a loved one is devastating in any circumstance, and especially so when the death could have been avoided. In California, families often wonder whether they have a wrongful death case or if the situation falls under medical malpractice law. These two types of claims can overlap, but they are not the same. Knowing...

When a patient suffers harm due to medical negligence, one of the most important decisions they’ll face is whether to settle the case or take it to trial. If you or a loved one has been harmed by medical negligence, reach out to The Law Office of Dr. Bruce G. Fagel & Associates today....

When medical care goes wrong, determining whether a doctor or hospital is legally responsible requires more than just a bad outcome - it takes proving that the provider failed to meet the standard of care. That’s where expert witnesses come in. In a medical malpractice case, these professionals play a pivotal role in helping...

When a medical device meant to heal ends up causing harm, the line between medical malpractice and product liability can be hard to distinguish. Understanding which type of claim applies to your situation is crucial to ensuring your legal rights are protected and your case is handled appropriately. If you or a loved one...

If you or a loved one has suffered due to a medical professional’s error, you may have a medical malpractice claim. However, not every medical error automatically qualifies as negligence under California law. Proving medical negligence in Los Angeles requires a detailed understanding of the legal elements involved - and the right legal team...

Published in: The Press-Enterprise By: Brian Rokos A Riverside County jury on Friday, May 19, awarded more than $17.4 million to a San Jacinto woman who was left comatose after treatment for a high-risk pregnancy at Riverside Community Hospital, her attorney said. After deliberating for two days, jurors at the Historic Courthouse in Riverside...

Vaccines provide effective ways for individuals to protect themselves from dangerous diseases. No doubt, everyone has learned a significant amount more about vaccines since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, that is certainly not the only type of vaccine on the market. Vaccines have improved lives and even mostly eradicated some diseases. However,...