When dealing with the complexities of medical malpractice, particularly negligence in behavioral health facilities, it is essential to understand your rights and how to enforce them. These frequently asked questions aim to...more
The short answer is yes, medical negligence can cause cerebral palsy, and, when that happens, the law allows victims to hold negligent healthcare providers accountable....more
What formula brands are affected? This recall only relates to the following Similac®, Alimentum®, and EleCare® powdered formula produce at the Abbott Nutrition plant in Sturgis, Michigan...more
What is considered medical malpractice?
Medical malpractice, also known as medical negligence, occurs when a hospital, doctor, or other health care professional fails to comply with the standard of care and causes an...more
Budget Impasse Leads to Health Cuts & “Sin” Taxes -
By 1:30 a.m. on July 3rd, the Governor had signed a budget. It included litany of cuts, including several in healthcare. Public health programs were cut 10%, including...more
Delaware Superior Court Clarifies “Wrong Body Part” Exception to Affidavit of Merit -
The Delaware Superior Court recently dismissed a plaintiff’s claim against a physician and clarified the meaning of one of the...more
House Bill 439, sponsored by Representative Bryon Short and Senator Patricia Blevins, addresses the situation of “surprise” bills. That is, the situation when a patient seeks and receives care, and is unaware that the...more
AFFIDAVIT OF MERIT NOT REQUIRED AS TO CLAIMS AGAINST DENTISTS -
Limiting the scope of the affidavit of merit statute, the Superior Court recently held that an affidavit of merit was not required where a plaintiff filed a...more
DELAWARE COURTS TIGHTEN EXPERT REPORT REQUIREMENTS -
In a recent case, the Superior Court held that a party producing an expert report must make sure the report delineates the opinions specifically to meet the...more
DELAWARE MOVES TO MAKE TELEMEDICINE MORE ACCESSIBLE -
On July 7, 2015, Governor Jack Markell signed into law House Bill No. 69 (DE LEGIS 80 (2015), 2015 Delaware Laws Ch. 80 (H.B. 69)), which amends various provisions of...more
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