Can You Sue a Doctor for a Failed Surgery?

All surgeries come with risks. Every patient has the right to be aware of these risks and potential complications before agreeing to a procedure (the right of informed consent). One such risk is that the surgery will not work. Although not all failed surgeries are grounds for medical malpractice claims, those that stem from a […]

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Can a Doctor Refuse to Treat a Patient?

Many people believe they have a right to health care in the United States. In reality, the laws only obligate physicians to treat patients under certain circumstances. A physician can, in many cases, legally refuse to treat you and refer you to a different practice. When Doctors Can’t Refuse to Treat a Patient Most private […]

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How to Pursue a Malpractice Claim Against a Cosmetic Surgeon

All physicians, surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other licensed medical professionals bear a responsibility to deliver an industry-recognized standard of care. While you can’t sue a cosmetic surgeon if you don’t like the results, you can hold him or her accountable for failing to meet certain expectations. How Does Cosmetic Surgery Differ From Other Treatments? Cosmetic surgery […]

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Overview of Medical Malpractice Laws in Missouri

Doctors and other health care professionals swear an oath to do no harm to their patients. As Kansas City medical malpractice lawyers, we recognize some physicians may make reasonable or understandable mistakes due to the inherently uncertain nature of medicine, but they are still held to a higher standard when it comes to acting with reasonable […]

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