Illinois Medical Malpractice Legal Guides (24 found)

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Michael J. Helfand
Written by Michael J. Helfand
Contributor Level 7

Doctors, even surgeons, make mistakes. Sometimes, these mistakes are negligence; other times, they are just mistakes. Here is what you need to prove in order to have a successful case for surgical malpractice in Illinois.
Michael J. Helfand
Written by Michael J. Helfand
Contributor Level 7

There is a difference between the risks generally associated with a surgery, and surgical malpractice. The difference depends largely on the opinions of medical experts. Here are some examples of surgical malpractice we see in Illinois.
Michael J. Helfand
Written by Michael J. Helfand
Contributor Level 7

Medication errors can be the fault of doctors, pharmacists, nurses and hospitals. There are two main categories of errors.
Michael J. Helfand
Written by Michael J. Helfand
Contributor Level 7

Sometimes, patient vigilance can prevent medication error. Here are some tips to help you avoid a mistake that could have life-threatening consequences.

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