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Hospital Discharge Can Be Dangerous For Patients
One aspect of healthcare that is seldom looked at as a source of danger is hospital discharge and home care. Things like medication, methods of care, and emergencies are all drastically different when handled at home…
Startling Report On Children's Heart Surgeries
An anonymous source leaked audio of internal hospital discussions surrounding the pediatric heart surgery program of the University of North Carolina (UNC) medical center in Chapel Hill, NC to the New York Times , which…
Telemedicine Booms During Coronavirus Outbreak
As the pandemic of coronavirus sweeps through the United States, many of us have drastically altered the way we go about our daily life. Schools are shuttered, many businesses have temporarily closed their doors, and…
Baltimore Jury Awards $850,000 In Wrongful Death Case Brought Against The Police Department
An award of $850,000 was the result after a Baltimore City jury heard a wrongful death case involving a woman who was shot by her fiancée, who was a City of Baltimore police officer at the time. In May 2013, a neighbor…
First Death From Tesla Autopilot
The family of Joshua Brown, the Tesla driver who was killed in an autopilot-related crash in May, has hired a personal injury attorney to investigate the accident. The accident marks the first death for Tesla's…
Unnecessary Dental Procedures
Many people hate going to the dentist. However, proper dental care is necessary to keep a healthy smile. Sometimes a dental procedure is necessary to fill a cavity, fix a broken tooth, or address an infection…
Chicago Hospital Pays $20 Million Settlement After Misdiagnosing Patient
When a patient visits the doctor's office or hospital, they usually trust the physicians there to provide them with correct information. Whether it be a diagnosis, a test, or an operation, people expect the…
NFL Player From Philadelphia Files Medical Malpractice Suit Against Orthopedic Surgeon
Shariff Floyd, a former defensive tackle in the National Football League, has been unable to play since 2016 following a surgical procedure on his knee. He has since filed a claim of medical malpractice against Dr…
Another Child Wearing Crocs Gets Foot Stuck In An Escalator, Sustains Injuries
Another lawsuit has been filed against a shoe company that some attorneys say has been knowingly causing injuries for a decade.
Investigation Into Misdiagnosis-Fueled Custody Loss
This October, we examined the story of a Texas couple who lost custody of their newborn son because physicians misdiagnosed a genetic medical condition as the physical symptoms of child abuse. While this case was…
When Thousands Were Infected By Blood Contamination
When someone requires a blood transfusion, they rely on another person's blood to keep them alive. However, blood does not only provide life-giving opportunities. Blood can also carry disease, transmitting deadly…
Three States Face Challenges To Medical Malpractice Procedural Reforms
Attempts at medical malpractice reform have been long underway at both the federal and state levels. Many states have developed their own models in efforts to lower costs both of litigation and malpractice liability…
Texas Announces Medicaid Fraud Suit Against Johnson & Johnson
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced a civil Medicaid fraud lawsuit against pharmaceutical manufacturer Johnson & Johnson (and a subsidiary) for misrepresentations made to the Texas Medicaid program concerning…
Pennsylvania Physician Groups Watching Court Ruling Impacting Medical Malpractice Claims
The case of Mitchell v. Shikora will soon be heard by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. Physicians are hoping that the high court reverses a prior ruling, which they say could make them liable for known complications that…
Car Accident Causes Death Of Young Boy
Hit-and-run crashes are on the rise in the United States, reports USA Today . According to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the number of fatal hit-and-run crashes has increased by 13%…
Study Finds Doctors Got Marketing Kickbacks From Stimulant Manufacturers
The connection between doctors and pharmaceutical companies has long been one that has been under scrutiny, and rightfully so. The only motivation a physician should have when prescribing a drug or device is the best…
Unregulated Medical Spas
Cosmetic medical procedures can be performed in a variety of settings including doctor's offices, hospitals, and medical spas. Most locations, including doctor's offices and hospitals, are controlled by both national…
FDA Intensified Breast Implant Warning
This Wednesday, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommended intensified warnings for certain types of breast implants due to new information about risks associated with the products.
Zantac Pulled From Shelves Over Cancer Link
Last month, we discussed the California class-action lawsuit against drug manufacturers Sanofi-Aventis and Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals. These companies produce the popular heartburn medication Zantac…
Reports Show Washington, D.C. Is Among The Worst For Those Practicing Medicine
In 2017, there were approximately 49,000 claims of medical malpractice filed across the country. There were roughly 30 cases of malpractice in Washington, D.C. that were reported. Although this number of claims in D.C…
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