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Hospital performance measures reflect a facility’s adherence to safety and quality care standards. These ratings, based on patient surveys, deficiency reports, and legal records, can reveal concerning patterns. Hospitals that don’t perform well in various categories tend to have more cases of negligence, which means more patient harm. A medical malpractice case allows injured victims…

Medical mistakes are the third leading cause of death in the United States, with approximately 795,000 Americans dying or becoming permanently disabled due to misdiagnosis each year [1]. These medical malpractice statistics might surprise you. Many patients entrust their healthcare providers to offer them proper care and treatment. When this doesn’t happen, it can lead…

Medical malpractice settlements are agreements reached between injured patients and healthcare providers and institutions (often through their insurance companies) where the provider is alleged to have deviated from accepted standards of medical care, resulting in patient harm. A settlement offer aims to compensate victims for their suffering without going through a lengthy trial process. While…

Patient satisfaction surveys, hospital inspections, and ratings help patients better understand the quality of health care available at a specific hospital. Reviewing previous and pending lawsuits can also help patients learn more about the level of care and overall experience expected at a hospital. Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers is committed to holding negligent hospitals and their…

Hospital performance refers to the specific policies and staff training guidelines that direct patient care. The best hospitals are recognized for their safety, quality of care, research, and adherence to healthcare standards. Consequently, violations, patient surveys, negative reviews, and lawsuits can determine whether a hospital has room for improvement. Reviewing hospital and healthcare programs can…

Parents seeking superior pediatric care rely on ratings by government and nonprofit agencies to choose the right Illinois pediatric hospital. A history of violations or low ratings can lead to medical negligence or malpractice, putting children at risk of serious complications or death. If your child has suffered negligence at Lurie Children’s Hospital, a Chicago…

Patient safety should be the highest priority when seeking medical treatment. Yet some hospitals and healthcare providers fall short of required care standards, leading to negligence or medical malpractice that can cause serious harm. You can seek compensation and justice if you or a loved one has been affected by negligence or malpractice. A Chicago…

Federal, state, and non-governmental rating systems help inform community residents about the quality of care and services provided at hospitals and warn patients about potential dangers. Low ratings and a history of serious violations can put every community patient at risk of harm or even death due to medical negligence. Those harmed at Weiss Hospital…

Hospitals are supposed to serve the community, adhere to healthcare standards, and ensure every patient receives excellent care. Ratings and violation records help to warn consumers of potentially dangerous hospitals, making them crucial for deciding where to receive treatment. A poor track record of service puts patients at risk of medical malpractice, which can be…

Healthcare centers are entrusted with providing quality care that supports patients and families on their journey to better health. Both federal agencies and Illinois health departments closely monitor patient outcomes and satisfaction metrics, offering the community essential insights into how healthcare centers measure up to established standards. When facilities show low ratings or a history…