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Are Remote Jury Trials the Future?
When COVID-19 pandemic took hold, courts had little choice but to cease. But today, many have found a way to resume safely: remote trials.
“Face the Jury” Season 1 Recap
This fall, we launched the inaugural season of our “Face the Jury” podcast, complete with 7 episodes hosted by Lloyd Bell. Check out our season in review, and listen for yourself at podcast.belllawfirm.com.
Staying Safe at Doctor’s Appointments During COVID-19
If it’s time for a doctor’s visit – whether routine or for non-COVID related illness – there are things you can do to keep yourself safe.
Does Georgia Cap Medical Malpractice Awards?
Until 2010, Georgia capped non-economic damage awards in medical malpractice cases at $350,000. But since 2018, that has changed.
How are Medical Malpractice Cases Resolved?
The legal process can feel intimidating. However, this rough timeline gives you a better picture of how medical malpractice cases can be resolved.
Is There a Statute of Limitations for Medical Malpractice Cases?
A statute of limitations is the limited legal window of opportunity during which you can file a lawsuit. If you are a victim, the time for action is now.
What Medical Conditions are Commonly Misdiagnosed?
No medical professional sets out to purposefully misdiagnose a patient. However, mistakes still happen for a variety of reasons such as rushing the examination, not listening to the patient and failing to review diagnostic tests. When doctors make...
Avoiding Medical Error Amid COVID-19
By taking these extra precautions, patients can help reduce the risk of suffering from medical errors amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
What Is Medical Malpractice?
By definition, medical malpractice occurs when a patient is harmed because a doctor, nurse or other medical professional fails to provide proper treatment.
How and Why to Get Your Own Medical Records
Reviewing your own medical records after every visit is one of the best things you can do to protect yourself as a patient.
Defining Misdiagnosis
You walk out of your doctors with a diagnosis that doesn’t feel quite right. How do you know if you’ve been misdiagnosed? If you have, what recourse is there?
Has Your Doctor Been Sued For Malpractice?
It’s a reasonable question, in an age when medical error is the fourth leading killer in the U.S. So, has your doctor been sued? Here’s how to find out.
What is it Like to be a Medical Malpractice Attorney?
Our work matters a lot to the people that we take under our responsibility. It’s human work, and the most rewarding part of the job is to serve people when they truly need help.
My staff and I routinely interact with people who have just had devastating events happen. We’re often meeting and talking with people at the worst times of their lives. I only wish we had the time and resources to help more.
The Most Important Part of a Medical Malpractice Case
The first – and most important – step in any medical malpractice case comes before a lawsuit is filed, and before a lawyer even agrees to take the case. The first, most important step is identifying whether any medical provider acted negligently....
Lloyd Bell Named to Georgia Trend’s 2019 Legal Elite
The award recognizes agents of change, particularly those making significant marks on practice, policy and technological advancements.