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- 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 - Nursing home abuse could lead to nursing home death
Jan 6, 2017
When people choose a nursing home or assisted living facility for their loved ones, they expect only the best in care. Whatever their loved one suffers with, whether it be dementia, physical disability or even a combination of the two, there are assisted living facilities claiming to be of service. While most care facilities are professional and reliable, some do not properly care for their residents. This can result in nursing home abuse, or even...Read More - Ikea ordered to pay $50M after children crushed by dresser
Dec 29, 2016
There are few things more horrifying than the senseless death of a child. Ikea had been named negligent in a lawsuit surrounding 3 young boys deaths when they were crushed to death by their dresser. Every terrifying story was eerily similar when each boy’s parent had purchased the dresser for their room, only to later find them crushed under its weight. One boy and his family resided near Pittsburgh and the suit was later brought...Read More