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VA Hospitals Reportedly Facing Numerous Incidents Of Medical Malpractice & Errors In Hiring
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) maintains a national system responsible for the healthcare services of military veterans. The system is divided into 23 Integrated Service Networks across the country with…
N.Y. Appeals Court Rules On Entering Social Media Evidence Into Medical Malpractice Case
A New York Appellate Division heard the case of Lantigua v. Goldstein and Seaport Orthopaedic Associates, P.C recently. Plaintiff Roy Lantigua brought a medical malpractice claim which was ready for trial in 2013…
Study Shows Medical Malpractice Is The Leading Cause For Unnecessary Medical Services
A key factor in preventable waste in the realm of health care is overtreatment. The Institute of Medicine (IOM) shed light on the problem in 2010 suggesting that “ unnecessary medical services” led to roughly $210…
Pennsylvania Medical Malpractice Case Involving Misdiagnosed Heart Problem Settled For $3.5 Million
Kristine Coleman, a 41-year-old mother and employee of Allied Services, was admitted to Geisinger Community Medical Center (GCMC) with serious pain in her left arm and shoulder. The staff ordered cardiac testing…
Is Doctor Burnout Contributing To Medical Mistakes?
In recent years, doctors have been more vocal about the stress they feel in their jobs. Some have called burnout in the medical profession “a national epidemic.” Not only does burnout affect doctors, nurses, and others…
Jury In Medical Malpractice Case Awards $10 Million In Case Involving Secondary Drowning
Joanne and Mitchell Pellock brought a medical malpractice case against Mississippi Valley Anesthesiology, P.C. and were awarded $10 in damages from a jury. The defendants had refused any settlement offer leading up to…
Increase In Number Of Medical Malpractice Settlements From The VA
The Veterans Administration has been plagued with complaints about long waits, lack of access to mental health care, and even manipulating records to show shorter wait times. However, the VA has also seen a stark…
Johnson & Johnson Receives Huge Fine For Deceptively Marketing Transvaginal Mesh Products
Once again, the world's largest pharmaceutical company finds itself in legal trouble. Johnson & Johnson, which has already had a rough past few years due to thousands of lawsuits concerning its role in the opioid…
Father And Son Plastic Surgeons Continue After Botched Surgeries
In June 2016, we wrote about a father and son plastic surgery office facing multiple complaints of medical malpractice after allegedly botching breast surgeries for more than 150 women. After so many complaints, the…
Why Do Medical Malpractice Cases Take So Long?
When a potential client comes in to find if they have a medical malpractice case, they may be surprised that taking a med mal case to trial can take 3 years or more. Why do medical malpractice cases take so long?
Electric Shock Therapy Used Against Teen Students
Electric therapy has been used as a medical treatment in various forms for decades. While there is some medical benefit to the responsible use of electric shock therapy, this generally does not involve the use of…
Delayed Cancer Diagnosis
No matter how quickly you learn of the condition, a cancer diagnosis can turn your life upside down. When a doctor takes too long to realize that you have cancer, however, the results can be particularly devastating. If…
Potential Damages In A Medical Malpractice Case
From surgical errors to failure to diagnose a medical condition, instances of medical malpractice can have a devastating impact on a person's life. Those who are victims of medical malpractice do have legal rights…
Statutes Of Limitations In Philadelphia Medical Malpractice Cases
If you suffered injuries that you believe were caused by a Philadelphia doctor's medical malpractice , it's important to speak with a medical malpractice attorney as soon as possible.
$70 Million Verdict Against Talcum Powder Maker Brings Total Awards To Nearly $200 Million
Yet another jury has awarded millions to a woman diagnosed with cancer from using baby powder.
Nebraska Man Released After 20 Years In State Custody Appeals Medical Malpractice Case
The state committed John Montin to their Lincoln Regional Center (LRC) back in 1993 when a jury returned a verdict deeming him to be unfit to stand trial of charges including attempted murder. Under the insanity…
3,100 Patients Join Class Action Lawsuit After Hospital Reuses Insulin Pens
More than 3,100 patients joined in a class action lawsuit against a hospital that re-used insulin injection pens on multiple patients. As a result, the patients may have contracted blood-borne diseases, including HIV .
Federal Government To Pay $5M To Settle Baby Brain Damage Lawsuit
A baby born years ago in an upstate New York government-funded hospital suffered brain damage during her birth. A lawsuit, filed in October 2016, was brought against the government for damages. After a long battle, the…
Oregon Remains Active In Reforming Medical Malpractice Litigation
The nationwide debate continues regarding medical malpractice laws. Oregon, a state considered to be a “late adopter” of such reforms, has been active in updating malpractice laws recently. The National Practitioner…
How Electronic Health Record (EHR) Systems Relate To Medical Malpractice Cases
The National Coordinator of Health Information Technology and the American Hospital Association reports show that at least 84% of the non-federal U.S. hospitals have at least a basic electronic health record system in…
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