Hospitals across New Mexico face ongoing staffing challenges that strain healthcare systems and put patients at risk. When there are not enough qualified medical professionals to provide safe care, serious errors can occur. Patients may experience delayed treatment, misdiagnosis, or other preventable harm that could justify a legal claim. If you suspect you were injured in a hospital where...
Continue ReadingA hospital stay should help you recover, not leave you with new health problems. Yet some patients develop severe infections during or after treatment. These infections can cause lasting complications, prolonged hospitalizations, and, in some cases, death. While some infections are unavoidable, others occur because medical staff failed to follow basic hygiene or safety procedures. If you or someone...
Continue ReadingHeart attacks and other heart conditions are the leading cause of death in the United States. Heart conditions are responsible for up to one in five deaths every year. On average, someone in the United States has a heart attack every forty seconds. Adults aged 65 and older are the most susceptible to heart attacks. With heart attacks being...
Continue ReadingIf you or a loved one suffered harm due to a surgical mistake, you may be wondering, What is the average payout for surgical negligence in New Mexico? Unfortunately, there’s no one-size-fits-all number. Every surgical malpractice case is different, and settlement values depend on multiple factors—some medical, some legal, and many personal to your individual experience. Still, understanding the...
Continue ReadingReceiving a cancer diagnosis is a terrifying experience; however, not receiving a timely diagnosis can be even scarier once the cancer is eventually discovered. Lymphoma, one of the most commonly misdiagnosed cancers, occurs in your blood and impacts your entire lymphatic system. It may be more challenging to treat when a doctor fails to diagnose lymphoma properly. If you...
Continue ReadingWhen you visit a hospital or medical facility for injuries or illness, you trust you’ll be in good hands with the medical professionals. If you’re hospitalized, you’ll likely interact with nurses the most. A doctor will visit once or twice a day, but your main point of contact will be the nursing staff. While most nurses treat patients to...
Continue ReadingEvery potential medical malpractice victim needs to know about the New Mexico Medical Malpractice Act. This law sets forth the rules and requirements for anyone planning to pursue a malpractice claim in New Mexico. The provisions of this act can affect your ability to file a claim. If you’re the victim of medical malpractice, please contact the New Mexico...
Continue ReadingIf you or a loved one has been injured by the negligent behavior of a healthcare provider, you may be eligible to file a claim for medical malpractice. Many injured patients are overwhelmed by the thought of lengthy and complicated litigation. It is important to understand that, despite what is often represented in dramatic legal or medical television programs...
Continue ReadingGenerally, medical malpractice lawsuits can take at least 2 years to 5 years to resolve, sometimes much longer. If your lawsuit goes through mediation, it can be resolved in a matter of months. However, this is quite rare. When you or a loved one suffers due to medical malpractice, navigating the aftermath can be incredibly daunting. A pressing question...
Continue ReadingIt can be difficult to handle an infection after going through surgery and attempting to determine whether you ought to file suit at the same time. You may be wondering, can you sue if you get an infection after surgery? Part of the answer depends on the cause of your infection. In this article, the medical malpractice lawyers at...
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