Medical Malpractice - November 25, 2024

You can sue a dentist if their negligence caused you harm. To have a valid case, your Chicago medical malpractice lawyer must prove the following: A dentist-patient relationship existed – You must show that you were under the dentist’s care, establishing their duty to provide appropriate treatment. The dentist was negligent – Negligence involves proving…

Medical Malpractice - November 11, 2024

When you visit a doctor, you expect timely and accurate medical care. However, there are instances where a medical professional fails to diagnose a condition promptly, a situation known as a delayed diagnosis. This delay can have serious, sometimes life-threatening, consequences for patients. At Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates, we understand how devastating the effects of…

Medical Malpractice - April 8, 2024

A cancer diagnosis is one of the most frightening experiences in life. You trust your oncologist, hoping for a speedy recovery and remission. However, despite carefully established procedures, errors and negligence are more commonly associated than you may realize. Our Chicago medical malpractice lawyers from Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates discuss what you should know about…

Medical Malpractice - October 19, 2023

LASIK eye surgery has grown in popularity since its development in 1990, and millions of individuals have benefited from this revolutionary treatment for vision problems. However,  there are a number of practitioners performing LASIK who are not fully capable. The result is medical malpractice that leaves patients with a variety of new vision maladies. When…

Medical Malpractice - September 22, 2023

If you decide to file a birth injury malpractice claim, one of the most important parts of this process is showing proof that the birth injury occurred and that it was the healthcare provider or hospital’s fault. A Chicago birth injury lawyer from Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates has the education, experience, and skills to help…

Medical Malpractice - April 21, 2022

If you or a loved one has experienced injury due to the care provided by a psychologist, you could be entitled to compensation for the associated costs and damages.  Children are minors, so their parents are responsible for bringing claims on their behalf if they are injured.  Today, we’ll explore therapist malpractice. From there, contact…

Medical Malpractice - April 21, 2022

When you undergo a procedure from a medical professional, you trust that you will receive a treatment that meets the basic standards of care. When the standards of care are not met and injury happens, you could have a medical malpractice claim; for instance, being discharged from the hospital too soon. The level of care…

Medical Malpractice - January 13, 2020

According to a study from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, medical mistakes are the third leading cause of death in the United States. Even patients who do not die due to a medical error can suffer lasting disabilities and incur tremendous pain and suffering. If this applies to you or a loved one,…

Car Accident,Defective Products,Medical Malpractice,Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect,Personal Injury,Truck Accident,Work Injury,Workers' Compensation,Wrongful Death - April 4, 2016

Losing a loved one is a tragedy that no one should have to endure. When that loss is caused by the negligence of another, the aftermath can be even more traumatic. Although no amount of compensation can undo the emotional hardship, a Chicago wrongful death attorney may be able to help.

FAQ,Medical Malpractice - September 9, 2015

  Question: Does my treating doctor or hospital have any obligations?