When a loved one is admitted to the hospital, one presumes they are in good hands. Whether it is for a planned operation, he or she fell ill or required emergency treatment, a medical facility, such as a hospital, is considered a safe place to be while medical...
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What constitutes wrongful termination?
Oregon is an “at-will” employment state which means an employer can fire their employee for any reason, or no reason at all. Even if it seems like the employer is making an unfair or unethical action, they cannot be held accountable unless the termination is for an...
Causes for wrong site, procedure or patient surgical errors
When patients in Oregon and elsewhere undergo surgery, there are many concerns and anxieties about it. Whether it is an elective, necessary or emergency surgery, patients trust the medical professionals performing the procedure. Thus, when a medical error occurs...
What is a wrongful termination?
Wrongful terminations happen when individuals are fired from their jobs in violation of the law. In Lake Oswego and throughout the state, wrongful terminations happen and victims are often left unsure of what rights the have to fight back. One of the first steps that...
Complications of shoulder dystocia in newborns and mothers
The birth of a new baby is an exciting event for a Lake Oswego family, but when complications arise during the labor and delivery processes, the joy of birth can become scary and uncertain. Most doctors are prepared to take action when difficulties come up that may...
Pursuing a wrongful death claim in Oregon
The unexpected death of a loved one can put your life into crisis mode. And, unfortunately, each day in America hundreds of people die in motor vehicles, while others die due to medical malpractice, for example. Such a sudden event can quickly result in a flood of...
Lung cancer misdiagnosis and medical malpractice
Cancer is a leading cause of death in America. As devastating as a cancer diagnosis is, however, a misdiagnosis is even worse, as it can lead to incorrect or delayed treatment. And a timely diagnosis of cancer is crucial to the commencement of treatment. Lung cancer...