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- How can the law help after a medical device injury?
Feb 17, 2017
Technology is the driving factor behind new and cutting-edge medical advances that can really improve the quality of life for everyone it touches. Some of this occurs in the medical industry in the form of medical devices. Items like defibrillators, medical implants and other medical devices can be incredibly effective in treating injuries and medical conditions. However, they can also cause unnecessary injury to the user. While medical devices are tried and tested through a...Read More - Sudden and unexpected death of a loved one can be compensated
Feb 15, 2017
It is many people’s worst fear; getting the news that a loved one has suddenly passed away. While it is true that accidents can happen that cause fatalities, some accidents are entirely preventable. This means that a person’s death could have been avoided, had a person or a party taken the reasonable measure of care to prevent it. This can leave loved one’s mourning and in a bad place financially after a loved one’s death...Read More - Worsened medical condition can result after erroneous diagnosis
Feb 8, 2017
When it comes to medical care, most trust that their doctor or hospital will recommend and provide the best care possible. For most people, this is the result after a visit to a medical provider. But what happens when a person does not receive a satisfactory level of care? Could it result in a worsened medical condition? The short answer is, yes. Doctors and medical professionals are not miracle workers, however, they are expected to...Read More - Nursing home allegedly drops patient, causes injury and death
Feb 3, 2017
For many, nursing homes are a way to care for elderly loved ones when they are no longer able to care for themselves. An illness could render a loved one in this condition, as could an injury that makes it hard to them to take care of themselves. This is why so many turn to nursing homes to ensure that loved ones are getting the care and medical attention they need. Sometimes that care goes...Read More - Can an automobile’s design defect be responsible for injury?
Feb 1, 2017
Car accidents happen every day on Pittsburgh roads. Most accidents are due to a driver’s carelessness. In these cases, another person who is injured may be able to hold the negligent driver liable for his or her injuries. However, in some cases, an accident may not be entirely the fault of any driver. Some accidents are caused by a defect within the automobile. For instance, even a perfectly careful driver may collide with another car...Read More - Hospital negligence possible after patient suffers medical injury
Jan 27, 2017
When a person is injured or ill, the first thought is to go to the hospital to get medical care. That’s why it is so ironic, that a person can actually be injured at a hospital or due to medical staff negligence. Who do you turn to then? In short, you find a competent medical provider and then you look at your legal options. If you were injured or fell ill due to a medical...Read More - Fetal distress can cause Erb’s palsy, cerebral palsy
Jan 21, 2017
Many expecting parents have a lot of excitement when they think about their baby’s due date. The baby’s room is prepped, the labor bag is packed and it seems like all a couple needs is a newborn baby. But what if the mother’s birth plan doesn’t go as anticipated? There are times when fetal distress can cause permanent injury to the newborn chid. Fetal distress is a general term given when a baby suffers stress...Read More - Two of Pittsburgh’s UPMC medical malpractice suits have settled
Jan 19, 2017
When it comes to hospitals, medical staff and insurance a medical ailment can seem dizzying with all of the paperwork, appointments and follow-ups. It can be easy to feel lost in the shuffle of such a large organization all providing a different aspect of the healthcare process. Normally, the process works effectively in a way that provides the healthcare that a patient needs. However, sometimes things go amiss and when unhappy patients start to dig...Read More - Is gross negligence possible after medical error caused injury?
Jan 11, 2017
It is true that our healthcare system is one of the best in the world. However, we are humans and thus, mistakes will happen. Some mistakes are minor, some missing paperwork, a forgotten prescription perhaps? However, there are big errors that are easy to spot and can cause irreparable damage to the patient. Some of these errors are so plain to see, we can’t believe a doctor or other medical professional would make them. These...Read More - We know how a products liability suit can change lives
Jan 8, 2017
With the influx of technology and manufacturing over the decades, we have hundreds of thousands of products available for purchase and use. Most operate safely and effectively without incident. However, occasionally a product malfunctions in a way that can lead to personal injury. There are ways to place a manufacturer or company liable for injuries caused by their defective products. The legal theory behind this is known as products liability. Products liability lawsuits can be...Read More