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- Are patients’ electronic medical records telling the whole story?
Jun 2, 2016
With technologic advances have come unparalleled access to patient medical records. Since the internet has advanced, so has the flow of patients’ medical records into online records and thereby, more accessible means. While this, in theory, sounds beneficial and complete, some doctors have questioned the ability of electronic medical records to tell the whole story. Are patients’ medical records as complete and accurate as they should be? The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act gives...Read More - Details of who can be sued in PA medical malpractice claims
Jun 1, 2016
U.S. medical care facilities have been praised for their quality of care and innovations in healthcare. On the flip side of that coin, there have been unprecedented medical malpractice settlements across the 50 states, including in Pennsylvania. For those who worry that they or a loved one did not receive appropriate medical care, and that improper care resulted in injury, there are legal options. Medical malpractice is a category of personal injury suits that covers...Read More - Nursing home death victims and family need advocates
May 14, 2016
It can be a difficult decision, the one where family members decide to place a mother, grandparent, or loved one in a nursing home facility. These facilities often have a lot to offer in the way of healthcare and other benefits to the resident. However, nursing home neglect may be a concern, as this has resulted in cases of premature death. While most residents and family members will never experience a situation of neglectful care...Read More - Decline in locations, quality medical care for pregnant PA women?
May 12, 2016
Recent trends in healthcare costs consolidation and the effects of government-run healthcare are being felt around Pennsylvania. Of the 124 obstetric clinic that once occupied Pennsylvania, 28 clinics have been lost. Obstetric clinics provide medical care to expecting mothers. What this means for some PA women who are expecting is not favorable for them or their child. Some areas of the state now have no obstetric unit within 50 miles of them. For women who...Read More - A background on strict liability, product liability claims
May 4, 2016
Did you know that manufacturers of a product can be held liable for injuries resulting from a defect in their product? This also applies to products that were falsely represented or marketed. While all products in the U.S. and Pennsylvania are held to this standard, some product are held to an even higher level of responsibility. Products that are inherently dangerous are considered strictly liable for any injury or damages to a user. These strict...Read More - What is a wrongful death claim?
Apr 29, 2016
When you have been injured in an accident caused by another party’s negligence, you can seek compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering and other damages through a personal injury lawsuit. This helps you cope with the effects of your injury, and it helps hold negligent parties accountable. But what about fatal accidents? How can family members cope with the sudden, unexpected loss of a loved one and that person’s income? The...Read More - Hospital malpractice can result in injuries, compensation
Apr 27, 2016
The age-old saying, accidents happen, cannot be more true for victims of medical malpractice and hospital negligence. People is hospitals may be more vulnerable because their health is not in the best condition if they are seeking medical care. Most of the time, people seeking medical care receive it in a way that is beneficial to their health and well-being. But, some people do not receive the appropriate medical care, and it results in further...Read More - New report links C-section with birth injury risk
Apr 21, 2016
Did you know that one in three babies are now delivered by cesarean section, also known as C-section? This number is way up from just a few decades ago. There have been studies suggesting that C-sections put the mother and baby at unnecessary risk for a medical malpractice incident or even a birth injury. A recent Consumer Report surveyed over 1,200 hospitals in Pennsylvania and the greater U.S. to study the effects of the increased...Read More - Facts that are important in proving a products liability injury
Apr 15, 2016
While most people will never know the problems that accompany an injury suffered from a dangerous product, too many Pittsburgh residents are aware of the impact. For those who have suffered an injury due to a defective product, failure to warn or other related cause, there are ways to hold the manufacturer or distributor responsible for the injury. A products liability claim is the first step toward achieving this result. There are some facts that...Read More - Can a doctor or hospital be held responsible for personal injury?
Apr 13, 2016
The general answer to this question is, yes. However, the specific answer to a situation is dependent on specific factors that have resulted in the injury. When a person has suffered bodily injury at the hands of hospital staff or even a doctor or practitioner, there can be a lot of questions related to liability. While doctors cannot prevent all injuries or illnesses, they can ensure that their own actions aren’t a contributing factor to...Read More