The average medical negligence payout for this NSW region was more than $650,000. This figure is considered high and it’s likely that the average across NSW is lower than $650,000, as payouts of this magnitude generally indicate quite serious medical negligence cases. What is the average payout for medical negligenceRead More →
Proving negligence is more than difficult—it’s expensive. To prove negligence you’ll have to demonstrate that the doctor did not do what another doctor would have reasonably done under the same circumstances. The most common way this is done is by bringing in expert witnesses. What are the 4 D’s ofRead More →
The first step to be taken in case of medical negligence is to file a proper complaint to the State Medical Council against the concerned doctor, practitioner or authority. The victim may file a complaint via the consumer court or a criminal court a per the nature of the negligence.Read More →
Failure to diagnose or misdiagnosing an injury or illness. Misreading or ignoring laboratory results. Unnecessary surgery. Surgical errors or wrong site surgery. What are the 3 types of medical negligence? There are three common types of medical malpractice lawsuits – failure to make the correct diagnosis, birth injuries and medicationRead More →
Examples of Medical Malpractice Failure to diagnose or misdiagnosis. Misreading or ignoring laboratory results. Unnecessary surgery. Surgical errors or wrong site surgery. Improper medication or dosage. Poor follow-up or aftercare. Premature discharge. Disregarding or not taking appropriate patient history. What are the 3 types of medical negligence? There are threeRead More →