An autopsy is a medical examination of a deceased person to determine the cause of death and uncover any underlying health conditions. A private autopsy is conducted by an independent, board-certified forensic pathologist or physician hired by the family rather than by a government medical examiner or coroner. When a suspicious, unusual, or wrongful death…
Mesothelioma is an extremely serious diagnosis. It’s a terminal cancer, and there’s no known cure. However, railroad workers who worked in the 1960s, 70s, 80s, or 90s for a railroad were certainly exposed to asbestos on the job. Asbestos causes mesothelioma. Often, the worker or the family member has no idea where the worker was…
Medical malpractice cases are among the most complex legal disputes involving intricate medical facts, expert testimony, and high stakes for both patients and healthcare providers. Unlike other personal injury cases, medical malpractice claims often take a long time to resolve, with settlements or verdicts occurring only after thorough investigations, negotiations, and sometimes trials. If you’ve…
Discovering or suspecting that a loved one is a victim of nursing home abuse can be a distressing and overwhelming experience. Families place their trust in nursing homes to provide safe, compassionate, and professional care, but abuse and neglect can occur in some facilities. Abuse may take many forms, including physical harm, emotional mistreatment, financial…
Medical malpractice lawsuits in Virginia are complex legal cases requiring plaintiffs to prove that a healthcare provider failed to meet the standard of care, resulting in harm. Virginia law has specific procedural requirements, including obtaining a certification from a qualified medical expert before filing a claim. Shapiro Washburn & Sharp has decades of experience of…