Medical Malpractice

Optimal medical outcomes, including those in dentistry, hinge on clear communication and patient-provider trust. Dental informed consent is an important part of this process. Patients have the right to make educated decisions regarding their care,…

When you see a medical professional, you expect them to do their best to help you treat and recover from whatever ailment you’re facing. Unfortunately, no one is perfect and that includes doctors and other…

Each year, thousands of Canadians grapple with the aftermath of medical mistakes including those stemming from prescription errors. A 2020 study followed harm incidents reported across the country over five years and found that, while…

In British Columbia, patients affected by medical mistakes can take doctors and/or medical institutions (like hospitals) that employ them to civil court to seek compensation for injuries. This compensation consists of monetary damages awarded to…

Medical malpractice occurs when a clinical medical practitioner, usually a physician, commits an act of medical negligence that results in patient harm. Victims of medical malpractice and their families may feel lost in the wake…

Victims of medical malpractice in British Columbia can pursue compensation for the harm done to them by negligent medical providers, with the right evidence. Even when medical errors committed during the course of treatment seem…

Medical malpractice is defined as an act of recklessness, carelessness, or omission committed by a clinical medical professional resulting in a harmful medical mistake. Instances of medical malpractice can include substandard treatment or any failure…

Putting your life in the hands of a surgeon is a big decision. You trust that, although there are risks to any operation, these highly trained medical professionals will adhere to their legal and ethical…

Dental malpractice is a serious problem that can go unnoticed, even by those experiencing its effects. Unless you have medical or dental training, it can be hard to know the warning signs of a bad…

Medical professionals face stressful situations every day. Sometimes their standard of care slips due to fatigue, unexpected situations, or reckless behavior. When this happens, medical mistakes can occur, leading to serious injury or death. The…