by Bell Law | Aug 28, 2025 | Advice for Patients, Malpractice
As a medical malpractice trial lawyer, I’ve witnessed how hospital policies and procedures can make or break a case. These guidelines aren’t just bureaucratic paperwork – they’re crucial in preventing systemic medical errors and can significantly... by Bell Law | Aug 12, 2025 | Advice for Patients, Malpractice
Recently, I had the rare opportunity to shadow an ER physician during a 12-hour shift at a rural Georgia hospital. The physician had obtained permission from hospital administration and explained that my presence might help identify potential system failures that... by Bell Law | Jul 15, 2025 | Advice for Patients, Malpractice
In many medical malpractice cases, all eyes are on individual providers—the surgeon, the emergency room physician, the attending nurse—whose actions are closely examined for potential negligence. But behind many of these adverse events lies a more complex, and often... by Bell Law | Jun 30, 2025 | Advice for Patients, Malpractice
When a trial attorney steps into a courtroom, they know one thing is for certain: jurors are watching a story unfold, and just like any powerful story, the “casting” matters. All too often, clients are portrayed as victims, believing this will generate sympathy and... by Bell Law | Jun 16, 2025 | Advice for Patients, Malpractice
When you seek care at a trusted hospital like Northeast Georgia Medical Center, you expect to receive safe, professional and competent treatment. Unfortunately, medical errors can occur in the emergency department(ER), during surgery, or even during routine care. When... by Bell Law | May 30, 2025 | Advice for Patients, Malpractice
Medical malpractice is the third leading cause of death in the United States, according to a recent study by Johns Hopkins. A newer study published in the New England Journal of Medicine found that nearly one in four patients admitted to U.S. hospitals suffer harm due...
