Outpatient cosmetic surgery is often sold as quick, affordable, and low risk. But when clinics cut corners on safety and post‑operative care, patients can end up in the hospital or worse. This is especially true in high‑volume cosmetic surgery chains and loosely regulated “recovery houses,” where vulnerable patients may be left without real medical oversight at the most critical moments.   The Dangerous Illusion of “Easy” Cosmetic Surgery Across the country, cosmetic surgery

In late 2025, Peter Anderson was named a Leader in Law by Virginia Lawyers Weekly. This distinction came shortly after Peter Anderson was appointed to former Virginia governor Glenn Youngkin’s nursing home oversight board. The latter part of 2025 was filled with success for Peter, and the start of 2026 is no different. On February 6th, 2026, Peter was selected to be a panelist for the Long-Term Care Retreat, an informative seminar hosted by the Virginia Trial Lawyers Associat

Richmond oncologist Attique Samdani had his medical license revoked for up to three years after the Virginia Board of Medicine found he made inappropriate sexual comments and touched a woman against her will while acting as her mentor. Although three sexual assault allegations have been reported to police, no criminal charges have been filed due to the statute of limitations or victims choosing not to pursue a case. Our firm has recently been contacted by multiple individuals

The Army is investigating an OBGYN who practiced at, contacting more than 1,400 patients about alleged misconduct. A lawsuit alleges Maj. Blaine McGraw sexually exploited patients for years while the Army failed to intervene despite complaints at Fort Hood and previously at Tripler Army Medical Center in Hawaii. The allegations include secretly recording patients during examinations, inappropriate touching, and lewd comments. According to the lawsuit, the Army kept McGraw on

Informed consent cases represent a subtle but important category of Virginia medical malpractice. These claims aren't about whether a physician performed a procedure competently. They're about whether patients received enough information to make meaningful decisions about their own medical care. Virginia law requires physicians to obtain truly informed consent before procedures carrying significant risks. That means explaining the nature of the procedure, material risks and b

Important Legal Notice Below is a testimony provided by Mandy Moore, a Desputanta woman who had her medical care managed and facilitated by Dr. Sasa Grae Espino. Moore is one of many patients seen and treated by Dr. Espino. If you have been treated by Dr. Espino and have a similar story to Moore, you are not alone. For more information and the full interview, please visit CBS 6 News or click here for the full article: $25M Lawsuit: Woman claims Va. breast surgeon performed 'u

Anesthesia cases represent some of the most technically complex Virginia medical malpractice claims we handle. When patients suffer injuries during surgery—hypoxic brain damage, awareness during anesthesia, medication errors—establishing what went wrong and why requires understanding the nuances of anesthesia practice and monitoring standards. The standard of care requires continuous monitoring throughout surgical procedures. Before surgery begins, anesthesiologists must veri

Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) affect millions of patients annually, representing one of the most serious complications of medical care. While some infections may be unavoidable despite best efforts, many result from preventable failures in infection control practices that can constitute medical negligence. Understanding Healthcare-Associated Infections HAIs are infections that patients acquire during medical treatment, typically developing 48 hours or more after hos

Informed consent represents one of the fundamental principles of modern medicine—the idea that patients have the right to understand and agree to medical treatments before they occur. When healthcare providers fail to properly inform patients about risks, benefits, and alternatives, it can constitute medical malpractice. What Informed Consent Really Means True informed consent goes beyond simply signing a form. It requires healthcare providers to explain: The Nature of the Pr

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