Oklahoma City Legal Issues Blog

When doctors fail to diagnose pancreatic cancer

September 7, 2021 Medical Malpractice

You depend on your doctor to make an accurate diagnosis when something feels amiss. When he or she fails to do so, it may have a significant impact on your ability to make a full recovery. Pancreatic cancer has long been tough to detect. However, when doctors fail to diagnose, ...

How do doctors treat internal bleeding?

August 26, 2021 Blog

During an automobile accident, victims may sustain various injuries, such as internal bleeding. For serious forms of trauma, those injured must receive proper treatment, especially if they have grounds for a personal injury suit. WebMD breaks down medical options for addressing internal bleeding and abdominal pain. Those injured should know all their ...

Lyme disease and misdiagnosis

August 17, 2021 Medical Malpractice

Lyme disease is a bacterial infection that spreads to humans from the bite of a certain species of tick. It is treatable with antibiotics, but if left untreated, it can cause severe long-term health issues. Lyme disease misdiagnosis occurs in one of two different ways. Doctors either misdiagnose Lyme disease ...

How much do motorcycle accidents cost?

July 14, 2021 Motorcycle Accidents

The lack of safety features, speed and lighter weight compared to other vehicles on the road are among the factors that result in catastrophic motorcycle accidents in Oklahoma. If you or a loved one sustained injuries in a motorcycle crash, the damage might be extensive. Recovery often becomes a long-term ...

How do surgical errors happen?

July 12, 2021 Medical Malpractice

A surgical error is something that happens during surgery that should not have happened. It could include a range of things, such as operating on the wrong body part or leaving a tool behind in your body after surgery. Surgical errors almost always occur due to human error, according to Baylor ...

What is the right of way for pedestrians?

June 28, 2021 Blog

It is the job of everyone using the roadways to look out for the more vulnerable. Pedestrians are always the most at risk for serious injuries in an accident. To keep them safe or yourself safe if you are walking, you need to understand the right of way laws. According ...

What are possible benefits from a second opinion?

June 14, 2021 Medical Malpractice

Many Oklahoma residents have a doctor they frequently visit and trust for their diagnosis and treatment. It is natural not to second guess your doctor’s judgment. Still, in situations where your doctor has diagnosed you with a major disease or life threatening condition, you could benefit from seeking out a ...

Statistics on large truck crashes and serious injuries

May 11, 2021 Injuries

If you drive on a regular basis, you need to keep an eye out for other vehicles. Many careless drivers cause accidents and these crashes are especially worrisome when they involve large trucks. Every year, these accidents take place due to a host of factors, such as alcohol use, speeding, ...

What conditions may mimic cancer?

May 4, 2021 Blog

Like most people in Oklahoma, you likely have no reason not to completely trust in any diagnosis delivered to you by a doctor. Their assumed expertise in their particular field leads you to feel confident in whatever they have to stay. It is for this very reason why a cancer ...

How can a serious motorcycle crash impact your memory?

April 8, 2021 Motorcycle Accidents

After getting into a motorcycle crash, you may deal with many potential health effects. Of course, injury to the head and brain can still happen even if you wear a helmet. These areas of damage often affect you in many different ways, too. For example, memory damage or loss is ...