Idaho Medical Malpractice Lawyers

Frequently Asked Questions

• Statutes Of Limitations
  The limitation period applicable to medical malpractice actions for injury or death is two years from the time the cause of action accrued. Idaho Code § 5­219(4) (1994). The general rule … more
• Contributory Or Comparative Negligence
  The contributory negligence of a claimant does not bar recovery if the claimant's fault is less than the defendant's fault. Idaho Code § 6­801 (1990). Idaho has adopted the "individual … more
• Joint And Several Liability
  Idaho adheres to a modified version of common law joint and several liability. Idaho Code § 6­803 (1990). Where the tortfeasors were acting in concert or as agents or servants of one … more

Legal Articles

• Legal Negligence
  Negligence is a term that is commonly used to mean that someone did not act with the appropriate level of care. However, when negligence is used as a legal term it has a very specific definition and in order for a person who sustained injuries in an accident to recover damages, each element of the legal definition of negligence must be satisfied. Generally, there are four elements that a … more
• Childbirth Brain Injuries Caused by Medical Malpractice
  Childbirth is often a time filled with excitement, anticipation and anxiety. Parents are eager to meet their child but understandably concerned about labor and delivery. One of the concerns is that the baby will be born with a brain injury. Occasionally, a brain injury is an unavoidable, yet tragic, consequence of childbirth. However, many times a childbirth brain injury could … more

Legal Guides

• 20 Tips to Prevent Medical Errors
  This Patient Fact Sheet, published by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, addresses … more
• Five Steps to Safer Medical Care
• Guide to Health Care Quality
  This booklet, published by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ), discusses … more
• 20 Tips to Help Prevent Medical Errors in Children
• Quick Tips When Getting Medical Tests

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