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Wrong-site surgery is one of the most shocking—and preventable—medical errors. Learn how these “never events” happen, the safety protocols designed to stop them, and what Georgia patients can do after a devastating surgical mistake.

If you or a loved one has been harmed by a prescription error, don’t face the healthcare system alone. These cases are complex and require an attorney who understands both Georgia medical malpractice law and the intricacies of pharmaceutical care.

Georgia’s new bifurcation law separates liability and damages in medical malpractice trials. This blog explains what the change means for injured patients and how it may impact case outcomes.

The preventable death of 2-year-old Maya Getahun at Piedmont Eastside Hospital exposes how systemic hospital negligence led to a fatal outcome.

A $10,000 fine over a single LinkedIn click shows how easily juror social media research can cross ethical boundaries. Learn what this ruling means for law firms, vendors, and anyone navigating jury selection in the era of digital transparency.

AI citation errors are making headlines, but human misuse of case law has been common for decades—and often gets a pass. This blog explores why the double standard matters.

Squamous Cell Carcinoma is highly treatable when caught early but when doctors miss warning signs or fail to communicate critical findings, it can quickly turn life-threatening.

A neck hematoma may seem like a simple bruise, but after surgery it can become life-threatening within minutes. Learn how to recognize the warning signs and what to do when medical providers fail to act.

When hospital policies fail, systemic medical errors often follow. Explore how procedural guidelines can make or break patient safety—and how ignoring them can lead to malpractice.

What happens when a malpractice lawyer shadows an ER doctor? A rare, behind-the-scenes look at split-second medical decisions — and where care can go wrong.

Medical malpractice isn’t always the result of one provider’s mistake. Often, it stems from deeper system failures like miscommunication, poor coordination, or lack of protocols that put patients at risk. These underlying issues contribute to malpractice claims and why true accountability must go beyond individual actions.

Lloyd Bell often shares lessons that transform how attorneys prepare clients for trial and build their models for maximizing damages. His most important takeaway: most plaintiffs show up to trial playing the wrong role.

When you seek care at Northeast Georgia Medical Center, you expect safe, professional treatment. But medical errors can happen—even in trusted hospitals. If you or a loved one has suffered due to a preventable mistake, you’re not alone—and you may have legal options.

Not all personal injury lawyers handle medical malpractice. Learn what sets medical malpractice attorneys apart and why that distinction matters for your case.

When we entrust a hospital with the care of a loved one, we expect safe treatment by the best professionals operating at a high standard of care. But what happens when that trust is broken, and the result is fatal?