by Bell Law | Sep 26, 2025 | Advice for Patients, Malpractice
Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC) of the skin is one of the most common forms of skin cancer, and often very treatable. But when doctors overlook high-risk warning signs or fail to share critical information with patients, the consequences can be life-altering. Aggressive... by Bell Law | Sep 17, 2025 | Advice for Patients, Malpractice
Most people think of a hematoma as just a bruise – a collection of blood under the skin. But when a large blood clot develops deep in the neck, especially after a surgery like a thyroid removal, it can turn into a medical emergency within minutes. A neck hematoma can... 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...
