The procedural requirements of a Maryland medical malpractice action are an important part of pursuing a lawsuit after negligent health care. In some cases, failing to meet the filing deadlines can have an adverse outcome, including dismissal of the plaintiff’s claims. In a January 18, 2019 appeal, the court was asked…
Developing an appropriate trial strategy in a Maryland medical malpractice case takes legal knowledge and experience. It may also have a significant impact on the outcome of the case. A December 31, 2018 medical malpractice case illustrates the importance of following court orders and procedures during a trial. In the…
In a Maryland medical malpractice lawsuit, testimony from expert witnesses can be crucial to explain scientific issues to a jury and establish or refute an element of negligence. In a December 7, 2018 opinion, the Court of Special Appeals of Maryland considered whether the testimony of the defendants’ expert witness…
Unlike general personal injury and negligence cases, Maryland medical malpractice actions are typically subject to the Health Care Malpractice Claims Act (Act), which has a few different procedural requirements. In an August 2, 2018 case, the Court of Special Appeals of Maryland discussed the supplemental certificate of a qualified expert, which…
In Maryland, malpractice actions against health care providers may be subject to Maryland’s Health Care Malpractice Claim Act (Act). The Act provides procedures and requirements that govern Maryland medical malpractice lawsuits, some of which differ from other areas of personal injury law. In a September 19, 2018 malpractice case, the defendant…
A successful Maryland medical malpractice lawsuit can help families recover compensation for the loss of a loved one. In one such recent case, a Maryland jury awarded a total of ten millions dollars to the family members of a patient who had died after receiving medical treatment from the defendants. …
Coping with a serious medical condition can be difficult and time-consuming. It may be crucial, however, to seek advice from a Maryland personal injury lawyer if you suspect medical malpractice. In an August 14, 2018 case, the Court of Special Appeals of Maryland considered whether the plaintiff timely brought a medical malpractice…
The procedures for bringing a Maryland medical malpractice action can be complicated in some cases. In a June 28, 2018 decision, the Court of Special Appeals of Maryland considered whether the plaintiff could pursue a claim against his doctor and hospital after the circuit court dismissed his case for failing…
Knowing when to seek medical treatment can be a complicated and very personal decision. Whether that decision has any effect on a health provider’s liability for negligence was the issue in an April 26, 2018 Maryland medical malpractice case before the Court of Special Appeals. The plaintiff in the…
If medical negligence is suspected in the death of a loved one, a Maryland wrongful death attorney may be consulted to investigate and identify potential legal claims and responsible parties. In a tragic case before the Court of Special Appeals on May 18, 2018, the parents of an infant born via…