Medical malpractice Archives - Law Offices of Kelly Reed

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WV Malpractice Statistics: A Roadmap of Med Mal Cases

August 2, 2018August 2, 2018

In 1999, up to 98,000 people died because of mistakes in hospitals. That does not include the number of outpatient victims of medical mistakes. By 2010, that number had jumped to 180,000 Medicare patients alone. And a study in the Journal of Patient Safety says that by 2014, between 210,000 and...

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Why You Need a WV Medical Malpractice Lawyer

May 21, 2018May 21, 2018

The citizens of West Virginia are entitled to the best medical care available. WV medical malpractice statutes are in place to protect people from negligent medical errors that cause harm or injury to patients in the care of medical professionals. A WV medical malpractice lawyer can help you determine if you...

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Negligent Discharge from Hospital Stay: Know Your Legal Rights

May 14, 2018June 15, 2018

Doctors and hospitals are obligated by state and federal law to provide care to a patient until his or her condition has stabilized and leaving the medical facility will not adversely affect the individual’s health. A negligent discharge from hospital—when a patient is released before he or she is medically ready—is...

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For Anesthesia Errors, Medical Malpractice Suits Seek Compensation

May 7, 2018August 2, 2018

Anesthesia is a method professional healthcare providers use to contain pain during a medical procedure. The methods used in the process can be potentially dangerous if not administered correctly, leading to injuries and in some cases even death. West Virginia law allows victims of anesthesia errors medical malpractice compensation. Following is...