At Pacific Medical Law we have helped clients with spinal cord injuries that have been caused by, or worsened by, medical negligence. Delayed diagnosis of spinal cord infections, delayed treatment of spinal cord compression or improper treatment of traumatic spinal cord injuries can all lead to life-altering injuries. Sometimes, however, spinal cord injuries are caused
Pacific Medical Law Teaches at UBC
2020 marks the third year that Susanne Raab and Brenda Osmond will be teaching the course in Medical Negligence Law as adjunct professors at the University of British Columbia. Representing patients who have been injured as a result of medical negligence is the only work we do at Pacific Medical Law and we are excited
Coming soon to an operating room near you …
What do the oil industry, the aviation industry, and surgery have in common? They are all industries where errors can have catastrophic results.[1] One way they differ is that the oil and aviation industries have developed risk analysis and management strategies based on detailed data collection to identify hazards before accidents occur. In contrast, surgical
Can Science Address the Credibility Conundrum of Chronic Pain?
Chronic pain is part of many personal injury, motor vehicle, and medical malpractice claims. Since chronic pain is something that can’t be seen or measured, it can be difficult for the courts to understand the severity of the pain, or the impact it can have on a plaintiff’s day-to-day functioning. Do recent advances in neuro-imaging
We Provide Financial Assistance for Hardworking Students Living With CP
Pacific Medical Law is looking to make a lasting difference in the lives of children with Cerebral Palsy. At Pacific Medical Law, we understand how much effort parents go through to fight for their children’s needs. Working with the Cerebral Palsy Association of BC, we have been able to provide support for young people with