On behalf of Elk & Elk Co., Ltd. | Feb 11, 2020 | medical malpractice
According to NCBI, after treatment, you may notice that you are experiencing some side effects as a result of the medication you are taking. In such cases, you may file a lawsuit against the manufacturing company if the situation persists. You may either file a...
On behalf of Elk & Elk Co., Ltd. | Jan 21, 2020 | medical malpractice
According to the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, one in seven Medicare patients in a hospital setting is subject to medical errors. However, AHRQ goes on to explain that medication errors can happen in any setting and at any touchpoint within the health...
On behalf of Elk & Elk Co., Ltd. | Dec 5, 2019 | medical malpractice
For soon-to-be Washington parents, choosing the best doctor and hospital for their circumstances and family history is critical. While most births go smoothly, having an experienced medical team is essential if complications arise. At Elk & Elk Co., Ltd, we often...
On behalf of Elk & Elk Co., Ltd. | Jul 25, 2019 | medical malpractice
Every medical professional has a duty to provide the best possible care to each patient they see. Unfortunately, medical errors are still common in hospitals and care centers across the country. According to NBC News, nearly one in ten patients suffer complications...
On behalf of Elk & Elk Co., Ltd. | Jul 17, 2019 | medical malpractice
When you feel unwell and are not sure why, you probably schedule a visit with your Washington doctor so he or she can determine the problem and tell you how you can fix it. Regrettably, though, today’s doctors and physicians are not immune to making mistakes, and...
On behalf of Elk & Elk Co., Ltd. | Jun 24, 2019 | medical malpractice
Advanced technology has infiltrated nearly all areas of daily life, including health care practices. New technology has made it possible for physicians to share medical records, transmit prescriptions and record notes regarding patients’ history, allergies, adverse...
On behalf of Elk & Elk Co., Ltd. | Jun 18, 2019 | medical malpractice
If you are ill or seeking medical attention, you likely believe your doctor should be able to treat your symptoms. And while many physicians are extremely capable, they are human. Physicians must complete many years of education and supervised training before becoming...
On behalf of Elk & Elk Co., Ltd. | Jun 1, 2019 | medical malpractice
Doctors in Washington uphold the responsibility of helping their patients to manage unwanted symptoms, maintain their health and regain optimal well-being when they are unwell. One of the ways that they do this is by making diagnoses based on a patient’s...
On behalf of Elk & Elk Co., Ltd. | May 28, 2019 | medical malpractice
For most parents, admitting your child to the hospital may seem unthinkable. But in extreme instances of medical concern, you may have no choice but to leave your child in a doctor’s care. If your child requires surgery or becomes ill and needs medical...
On behalf of Elk & Elk Co., Ltd. | May 26, 2019 | medical malpractice
People rely on their doctors every day in Washington to help them in making qualified decisions about their health that will enable them to overcome unwanted symptoms and maintain a healthy well-being. However, when a doctor sees dozens of patients each day, each with...
