Patient Rights

A 504 plan is part of an antidiscrimination law in the United States.1 It helps provide resources for children with disabilities. Students with a mental health or physical disability that impacts their ability to carry out activities of daily living can qualify for this plan. It is provided at no extra cost to families.2 The plan covers accommodations … Read more

Table of Contents The American Bar Association says, “Medical malpractice is negligence committed by a professional health care provider—a doctor, nurse, dentist, technician, hospital or hospital worker—whose performance of duties departs from a standard of practice of those with similar training and experience, resulting in harm to a patient or patients.”1 For example, if a physician … Read more