What Is the “Medical Record,” and Why Does It Matter in Medical Malpractice Cases?
Medical malpractice cases typically center around review and interpretation of the patient’s “medical record.” However, in the digital era, just what constitutes a patient’s “medical...
Read MoreThe “Botched Surgery” Case
We are frequently asked to look at cases involving patients who have had a bad outcome from surgery. The question in these cases is almost...
Read MoreTop Seven Defenses a Plaintiff Must Overcome to Win a Medical Malpractice Case
In litigating and trying medical malpractice cases, there are some common defenses that come up almost every time. Here is a list of the seven...
Read MoreWhy is Bangor, Maine, Such a Hotbed of Medical Malpractice Cases?
Over the past decade, we’ve handled hundreds of malpractice cases. Sadly, a trend has emerged. We see a disproportionate number of medical malpractice cases in...
Read MoreThe Best Medical Malpractice Podcasts of 2021
If you spend a lot of time in the car, you’re probably always on the lookout for new podcasts to listen to. We thought we’d...
Read MoreHow Long Do I Have To File a Wrongful Death Claim Based on Medical Malpractice?
Under Maine’s Wrongful Death Act, the family of a deceased victim has two years from the date of a victim’s death to bring a wrongful death...
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