Law Offices of Scott S Harris APLC

07/28/2026

Medical imaging is meant to provide answers. But when a serious condition is missed, misread, or not communicated in time, the consequences can be life-changing.

Radiology malpractice cases may involve missed tumors, fractures, internal bleeding, blood clots, or other conditions that should have been identified and addressed.

If you have concerns about a delayed or missed diagnosis, understanding what happened is an important first step.

How missed imaging findings, delayed reports, and communication failures can lead to serious patient harm and potential malpractice claims.

07/22/2026

Don’t let a delayed referral go unanswered. If you or a loved one suffered harm because a doctor failed to escalate care, contact Scott S. Harris Law today for a free consultation and find out whether you have a medical malpractice claim.

Read the blog to learn more about your rights after a delayed referral or failure to consult a specialist. https://www.scottsharrislaw.com/resources/articles/failure-to-escalate-care-specialist/

06/23/2026

Being sent home from the ER should mean a patient is stable—not that serious warning signs were missed.

Our latest blog explains how premature emergency room discharges may lead to serious harm, including missed strokes, untreated infections, abnormal test results, or worsening symptoms that should have required further care.

Learn when an unsafe ER discharge may point to medical malpractice and what legal options may be available for injured patients and families in California. https://www.scottsharrislaw.com/resources/articles/er-discharge-against-medical-indicators/

06/01/2026

California malpractice claims often begin with one❓: “What should have been done sooner?”

A delayed diagnosis of internal bleeding can have devastating consequences for patients and families. Hospitals are expected to recognize red flags, follow emergency protocols, and act quickly when symptoms point to hidden blood loss.

05/23/2026

Missed warning signs. Incomplete handoffs. Medication records with gaps.

If something went wrong during medical care, the chart may help reveal what happened. Nursing records can show whether symptoms were monitored, medications were given properly and concerns were communicated.
https://www.scottsharrislaw.com/resources/articles/nursing-documentation-errors-malpractice/

A medical malpractice attorney can help review the evidence.

05/13/2026

When patients enter the ICU, they depend on constant, attentive care. But what happens when that care falls short?
ICU negligence—like missed alarms, improper ventilator management, or delayed sepsis treatment—can have devastating consequences.

If you or a loved one has been affected by critical care errors, understanding your legal options is the first step toward accountability and recovery.

Learn more about ICU malpractice and your rights: https://www.scottsharrislaw.com/resources/articles/icu-negligence-medical-malpractice/

04/26/2026

Being sent home from the ER too soon can have serious, even life-threatening consequences. When hospitals fail to admit patients who need further care, conditions can quickly worsen.

If you or a loved one experienced complications after an ER visit, it’s important to understand your rights. You may have options to hold negligent providers accountable and seek compensation.

Learn more about the warning signs of unsafe discharge and what steps to take next: https://www.scottsharrislaw.com/resources/articles/failure-to-admit-er-patient/

04/03/2026

Not every surgical infection is unavoidable. When preventable mistakes like poor sterilization, delayed antibiotics, or inadequate post-op monitoring occur, a routine procedure can lead to serious complications.

Our latest article explains when a post-surgical infection may cross the line into medical malpractice and what legal remedies may be available.

Read more: https://www.scottsharrislaw.com/resources/articles/surgical-site-infection-malpractice/