Healthcare

Sooner or later, healthcare law affects us all. In this section, lawyers will explain your rights as a medical patient, the laws pertaining to children and the elderly, and what to do if you've been harmed by a doctor's negligence.

Recent Healthcare Articles

Illinois to Require Insurers to Cover Therapy for Kids
Provided by Steinberg Goodman & Kalish
Beginning in 2010, Illinois will require health insurers to cover the therapy of children with a wide array of developmental disabilities. Read More »
Health Care Reforms Ignore Dangers of Medical Errors
Provided by Freidin Dobrinsky | Personal Injury Lawyers
An analysis of current health care reform proposals finds that Congress doesn't plan to address the widespread problem of preventable medical errors in a significant way. Read More »
Arizona Makes it Harder for Patients to Bring Medical Malpractice Claims
Provided by Harris, Powers & Cunningham, P.L.L.C.
On September 30, 2009, a new law took effect in Arizona making it more difficult for patients to bring medical malpractice claims against ER doctors and others providing emergency medical treatment. Read More »
Georgia High Court Ruling is a Victory for Medical Malpractice Claimants
Provided by Kirschner & Venker - Georgia Medical Malpractice Attorneys
People bringing medical malpractice claims in Georgia received good news in a recent ruling from the state's top court. Read More »
Protecting Patients Through Careful Credentialing and Privileging
Provided by Dolt, Thompson, Shepherd, Kinney & Wilt, P.S.C.
Hospitals must follow proper credentialing procedures and grant privileges cautiously; a thorough review of a doctor's background can help to ensure patient safety and avoid future liability. Read More »