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When would a jury find a doctor guilty of medical malpractice?
A jury may find a doctor guilty of medical malpractice if the plaintiff proves that the doctor was negligent under the law. Some common scenarios that result in findings of medical malpractice … more
How can I defend myself against a medical malpractice claim?
In order to successfully defendant yourself against a medical malpractice claim you must prevent the plaintiff from proving a required element of the plaintiff’s case. Successful … more
What are Medicare Anti-Mark Up Rules?
Medicare’s new Anti-Mark up Rules went into effect on January 1, 2009.The Medicare Anti-Mark Up Rules are meant to prevent the mark up (price increase) of certain diagnostic tests that are … more

Medical Care for a Child
Most commonly, it is a parent or legal guardian who seeks medical treatment for a minor child, or a child under the age of eighteen. A parent or legal guardian also has the right to refuse medical treatment for a child if the treatment is neither urgent nor routine. However, in emergency circumstances, or where a parent or legal guardian is unavailable, other people may be authorized … more
What are my legal rights to confidential drug and/or alcohol treatment?
People who have completed drug and/or alcohol treatment may be concerned about whether their past problems with substance abuse will forever haunt them. However, there are a number of federal and state laws that can help ensure that you are treated fairly and not denied certain services because of your history with substance abuse or treatment for substance abuse. Federal laws such … more

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