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The number of nursing malpractice cases has been rising at an alarming rate over the past five years. Nursing malpractice is one of the most serious problems facing the medical profession today. Generally defined as negligence by a nursing professional, nursing malpractice can result in serious emotional or physical damage to the patient. Like other medical professionals, nurses can be held accountable for any negligence or wrongdoing that results in patient harm.
If you or a loved one has been the victim of nursing malpractice, you may be entitled to seek compensation for your losses. Please contact us today for a free consultation with an experienced medical malpractice attorney who can inform you of your legal rights.
Common Forms of Nursing Malpractice
Nursing malpractice can take many forms. Some of the more commonly reported types of nursing malpractice are:
Nursing Malpractice: A Growing Problem
There are not nearly as many registered nurses in the United States as are needed. Nurses are often overworked, underpaid, and in some cases unqualified. To keep up with the demand, many hospitals are employing unlicensed and inadequately trained nurses from temporary staffing agencies.
Recently, a study was published in the Journal of Health Affairs found that when a nurse''s shift lasts longer than 12.5 hours, nurse errors are three times more likely to occur. Unfortunately, such lengthy shifts are not uncommon given the shortage of qualified, registered nurses.
Nursing Malpractice and the Law
The law allows victims of nursing malpractice to hold responsible parties liable. Victims of nursing malpractice may be eligible to recover damages, including medical costs, lost income, pain and suffering, and more.
If you or a loved one has suffered serious injury or harm as a result of nursing malpractice, you need to ensure that your legal rights are protected. Please contact us today for a FREE consultation with a caring and experienced medical malpractice lawyer who can help you maximize your legal rights.
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