Failure to treat or stabilize a medical condition is not given as much attention as other types of medical malpractice such as surgical errors, birth injuries and wrongful death. Despite … Continue reading “Yes, Failure To Treat And Delayed Diagnosis Actually Constitute Medical Malpractice In Hawaii”
Although marijuana in Hawaii remains illegal for recreational use, medical use of cannabis, which is also referred to as pakalolo (crazy tobacco) in a popular Hawaiian language term, is permitted … Continue reading “Marijuana And Medical Malpractice: Can You Sue A Doctor For Recommending Or Prescribing Cannabis?”
The physician-patient privilege was enacted by lawmakers to ensure that everything a patient tells his or her doctor will remain confidential. This privilege was designed to encourage patients to feel … Continue reading “How To Waive The Physician-Patient Privilege In A Wrongful Death Or Medical Malpractice Lawsuit?”
Multiple cases of Legionnaire’s Disease have broken out recently in Hawaii Several patients recently arrived at The Queen’s Medical Center in Honolulu presenting with symptoms of pneumonia. However, these patients … Continue reading “Is There An Epidemic Of Legionnaire’s Disease In Oahu?”
Paralysis is defined by the Merriam-Webster Dictionary as “a complete or partial loss of function” and “loss of the ability to move.” There are many causes and several different types … Continue reading “Paralysis: How Everything Can Change In The Blink Of An Eye”
Sepsis is dangerous, over thirty percent of those who contract this illness due to an infection and with one million cases throughout the United States according to The National Institute … Continue reading “Sepsis The Horrible Truth”