Medical Malpractice Blog

A birth injury is a devastating medical outcome, especially when you learn that it likely was a preventable incident. As a trusted and experienced Alexandria birth injury lawyer, our legal team at the Law Offices of Dr. Michael M. Wilson,...

Cancer misdiagnosis is a devastating form of medical malpractice that affects many patients each year. When healthcare providers fail to correctly identify cancer symptoms or misinterpret diagnostic tests, patients can lose critical time for treatment, which may lead to significantly worsened outcomes....

The Law Offices of Dr. Michael M. Wilson, M.D., J.D. & Associates recently secured $29 million in compensation for clients harmed by medical negligence, highlighting our firm’s commitment to delivering exceptional results in complex medical malpractice cases, which include: $8...

Medical care is intended to heal, not harm. Yet according to newly released data from The Joint Commission, preventable medical mistakes continue to increase across the country. In 2024 alone, reported Sentinel Events, the most serious patient safety incidents, increased...

Every parent hopes their child will be born healthy, and at that moment of birth, there is always a bit of marvel at just how perfect they really are. In some situations, parents learn of complications or concerns, though. One...

Wrong-site spinal surgery is a rare but serious medical error—one that can result in devastating, lifelong consequences. To prevent these critical mistakes, Mayo Clinic has implemented a systemwide, “ironclad” process that applies to both surgical and nonsurgical spinal procedures, including...

The Law Offices of Dr. Michael M. Wilson, M.D., J.D. & Associates is honored to announce that Dr. Michael Wilson has been named the #1 Medical Malpractice Lawyer in Washington, D.C. for 2025 by Three Best Rated®, earning the distinction...

For those who suffer injuries during the birthing process, it is critical to know that most of these conditions are preventable. More so, if you or your loved one suffered such losses, our Washington, D.C. birth injury lawyer is ready to...

In the wake of a medical mistake, many patients or their families are left shocked, overwhelmed, and searching for answers. While an apology from a doctor may seem like a step in the right direction, it does not undo the...

Medical malpractice occurs when healthcare providers fail to meet the accepted standard of care, resulting in a patient’s harm or death. Medical malpractice encompasses patient care at any level – from medication to surgery to hospital cleanliness. While not every medical...