Podiatric Malpractice Lawsuits Stemming from Misdiagnosis

When does misdiagnosis constitute podiatric malpractice? Many cases of podiatric malpractice stem from a delayed or mistaken diagnosis of a foot or ankle condition. Although misdiagnosis itself is not considered a sustainable cause for a malpractice lawsuit, an erroneous diagnosis that leads to an absence of necessary treatment, a delay in such treatment, or...
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Death by Dentist: Malpractice Lawsuit — Teen Dies Following Wisdom Tooth Extraction

How can someone die during a simple wisdom tooth extraction? It is hard to imagine the anguish of a family in Minnesota whose teenage daughter, Sydney Galleger, died in June 2015 as a result of what was supposed to be a routine extraction of her wisdom teeth. The family has filed a dental malpractice lawsuit...
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