Chicago Personal Injury Law Blog

It goes without saying that no surgical procedure is truly free of risk. Patient safety the top priority of doctors and surgeons in the state of Illinois but, because of the fast-paced environment in most medical facilities these days, it is not uncommon for standard safety procedures to get neglected. Surgeries require extreme focus from surgeons, doctors and all caregivers. Any lapse in attention or care can result in very serious injuries to patients. Unfortunately, thousands of people across the country suffer every year due to medical malpractice.

In another state, a woman filed a lawsuit against a surgeon over allegations that the surgeon's errors led to the woman suffering injuries and complications. According to the claim, the woman underwent a thigh lift and breast augmentation procedure performed by the defendant. The lawsuit alleged that the surgeon removed too much skin during the thigh lift procedure.

Roadways across the state of Illinois are becoming more and more dangerous every day. These days, just getting from point A to point B can be a very risky endeavour. Now more than ever, drivers should always pay attention and remain focused at all times behind the wheel. Car accidents can happen without warning in the blink of an eye.

A recent multiple-vehicle crash near Germantown claimed the life of one man and injured five other people. The accident involved three vehicles total and happened on Illinois 161 during the afternoon hours. According to reports, the driver of an eastbound pickup truck crossed the center line of the highway and drove into oncoming traffic. Reports said the truck sideswiped a westbound car then collided head-on with another westbound car.

It seems like common sense that a doctor or other medical professional in Illinois would have to ask for your permission before medically treating you. However, the issue of consent in the world of medicine is rarely that simple. Sometimes complications arise regarding whether the doctor obtained the patient's informed consent before performing a procedure or administering treatment.

Informed consent generally requires a lot more than just asking for permission to treat. In order to get informed consent, the physician must first determine whether the patient is able to understand all the necessary medical information to make an informed decision. If the doctor finds that the patient incompetent and cannot decide on their own, the doctor must obtain consent from the patient's guardian. Legally, minors are generally always presumed to be incompetent, and therefore, doctors must get informed consent from the minor's parent or guardian.

When you go to your Illinois doctor, you probably assume that you will receive quality medical care. You think the doctor will provide you with the right diagnosis and set you up with the appropriate care plan. Unfortunately, this does not always happen. Sometimes, doctors make mistakes, and patients end up suffering physical, emotional and financial harm. 

If you suffered an injury after going to the doctor, you could be the victim of medical malpractice. Many malpractice incidents are the result of the mistakes that are entirely preventable with better safety practices and other steps. If you believe you are a victim, you may find it beneficial to take quick action to find out what legal options may be available to you.