Medical malpractice cases are very hard to win, which is why it’s so important to make sure you hire the right lawyer for the job. But how do you know your attorney will fight hard for your case and give you the best chance of being compensated properly? There are a few questions you want […]
If you have been injured in what you believe to be a medical malpractice situation in Missouri, you may be entitled to compensation. However, this extends only so far. Many people put off filing their cases for years, thinking that they have plenty of time. The reality is that this is not true at all. […]
A jury recently awarded a Bootheel dancer $9.5 million in punitive damages following hip surgery. Studies show 29% of surgeries are unnecessary, with 53% shown ineffective in clinical trials, resulting in needless pain, suffering and expense. The St. Louis medical malpractice attorneys at Hoffman & Gelfman want to make you aware of this alarming trend. […]
Medical malpractice cases are fairly common in St. Louis, but many of them never get reported. That means people don’t always get the compensation they deserve when they have been injured as a result. What they often don’t realize is that a misdiagnosis can be a form of malpractice. Anyone who is the victim of […]
If you think you have a valid medical malpractice case in St. Louis, it’s important to know what the law says. Maybe you’ve been putting off talking with an attorney. If that’s the case, you need to understand the statute of limitations in Missouri. What Does Statute of Limitations Mean? It may seem like you […]
A delayed cancer diagnosis can result in tragedy for a patient. It’s no surprise that this is one of the biggest reasons why people file medical malpractice lawsuits in the United States. Even a few months can make a difference between being able to get appropriate, life saving care and being given months to live. […]
Having a baby is supposed to be one of the most joyous occasions of your life. However, birth injuries do happen, and when they do, they can leave you devastated. As a grieving parent, you might not know what to do. It’s hard to know how to navigate this situation. We’d like to offer you […]
From 2009 to 2014, studies found the average payout for malpractice claims rose 23% to top $353,000, up from $287,000 from 1992 to 1996. Eight percent of the 280,000 claims studied topped $1 million dollars. Could your claim award you as much? The St. Louis medical malpractice attorneys at Hoffman & Gelfman want you to […]
Though drug manufacturers are required to test drugs before sales, numerous loopholes allow for fast-track approval of drugs with dangerous side effects. The St. Louis defective drug attorneys at Hoffman & Gelfman want you to be aware of several that are still on the market today. Are these Dangerous Drugs on Your Prescription List? AbilifyThis […]
Medical malpractice is serious business, and the St. Louis medical malpractice attorneys at Hoffman & Gelfman think such practitioners don’t deserve to be in business. Unfortunately, when such breaches in trust and care go unreported, repeat offenders can continue to harm the public. Do Your Part – Report Medical Malpractice Incidents The Missouri Health Service […]
