Blog
How to Advocate for Yourself at the Doctor
At Bell Law Firm, we take patient advocacy very seriously. Our goals are to obtain fair and full compensation for victims of medical negligence while helping make meaningful changes in healthcare to promote patient safety. While we work diligently for every client, our ultimate hope is that you never experience malpractice in the first place. We hope this blog provides you with actionable tips to implement in your next doctor’s visit to get the care you deserve.
Does Your Doctor Qualify as a ‘Doctor’ Under Georgia Law?
As a patient, knowing how to verify your healthcare provider’s credentials is crucial in avoiding potential medical negligence. In this blog, Bell Law Firm highlights the details of a new Georgia law, why it matters for patients, and steps you can take today to protect yourself and your loved ones.
Medical Malpractice in Sports Medicine: Penn State in the News
Healthcare professionals in sports settings – from team doctors, trainers, physicians, and others involved in an athletes’ care – are expected to meet the same standard of care as any other healthcare professional. See the lessons we can learn from this recent Penn State medical malpractice lawsuit example.
The Role of AI in Healthcare: Who’s to Blame When Things Go Wrong?
From improving diagnostic accuracy to streamlining administrative tasks, AI promises to revolutionize the medical field. However, with the integration of AI comes an important question: Who is responsible when a patient suffers harm due to AI? This blog explores the implications of using AI in medicine and the potential legal ramifications.
How Law Firms Can Use AI
Lloyd Bell welcomes Matt Wetherington, an expert in all things AI and the law, as they explore what AI is, how law firms can use AI, and the importance of human connection as we enter “the AI age.”
Meg Simonian’s 4 Tips for Effective Jury Selection
Lloyd is joined by fellow trial attorney and Inner Circle of Advocates member Meg Simonian to discuss jury selection – or voir dire – strategies.
The View from the Bench
Lloyd Bell is joined by Judge Alvin Wong where he has served as Georgia’s first Asian-Pacific American judge in Dekalb County since 1998.
A $4M Case: The Story of Christine Perron
Lloyd Bell and Christine Perron retell the story of her surgical error discovery and share the process of a medical negligence case from a plaintiff’s point of view.
How to Use Health Record Audit Trail Data in Trial
Lloyd Bell does a deep dive into healthcare audit trail data and paints a clear picture of why audit trails are so important despite their complexity.
The Modern Evolution of Juries with David Ball
In the this episode, David Ball discusses a different approach to litigation strategy, the application of neuroscience to the courtroom and the importance of continuous learning.
Using the Power of the Mask in Courtroom Storytelling
In the first episode of the Season 4, Jesse Wilson delves into the significance of leveraging the concept of “The Mask” in a jury trial, how to employ the “Victim to Victor” framework, and the importance of building foundational credibility in the courtroom.
How a Misdiagnosed Stroke Led to a Medical Malpractice Lawsuit Against Emory Johns Creek
In this episode, we’re joined by clients Stefan and Janet Lane to tell their story about a mismanaged stroke led to life-altering injuries and the start of their medical malpractice lawsuit.
Midtown Atlanta Shooting Liability: What Questions Does This Event Raise for Medical Providers Prescribing Antipsychotics?
If a patient has a psychotic break and harms others because a provider fails to manage the patient’s medications properly, the provider may be liable for the patient’s actions. The law may extend or even shift responsibility to the provider because the provider had a duty to ensure proper management of the patient’s medications. The provider had a duty to use medical training, judgment, and skill to mitigate the risk of a psychotic break in the first place.
How Do I Find the Right Personal Injury Lawyer for My Case?
Finding the right lawyer for your personal injury case will impact the success of your case, ongoing financial stability and rehabilitation options. Here are a few places to start in your decision-making process.
What Netflix Can Teach Us About Opening Statements
Break down Netflix’s famous storytelling structure and use it to captivate jurors in the courtroom with compelling opening statements.