Misdiagnosis is both common and dangerous
When we see our family practitioner for something simple like a sore throat, we are not too shocked when told it is a common cold but find out later it […]
End nursing home neglect with the help of an attorney
Nursing home neglect and abuse is a disturbing occurrence that happens all too often. Sometimes, nursing home abuse is obvious and other times it may go unnoticed for months if […]
FDA Alert for Lariat Suture Delivery Device
The FDA recently released an alert to healthcare professional regarding the Lariat Suture Delivery Device, manufactured by SentreHEART. The device uses a tiny lasso like mechanism to stitch tissues in […]
PFOA Contaminated Water Found in Hoosick Falls, NY
On the heels of the Flint water crisis, news emerged over the past few weeks of contaminated water in Hoosick Falls, a village in Rensselaer County, 33 miles outside Albany. […]
Can I sue my nurse for wrongdoing?
Medical malpractice claims can be filed against doctors, hospital staff and facilities. In the event a nurse is found negligent, the facility that employs him or her can be held […]
Social worker faces four years on felony abuse charge
The thought of those responsible for the care and keeping of our loved ones being the very same people who abuse and neglect them is sickening. Nursing home abuse happens […]
How do I know if my child suffered oxygen deprivation?
Oxygen deprivation during childbirth can cause catastrophic injuries and even the death of an infant. Although many complications can lead to oxygen deprivation at any stage of pregnancy, the most […]
A big hospital is no match for a good attorney
If you or a loved one has suffered an injury because of the negligence of a medical facility and its staff members, you may be considering filing a medical malpractice […]
Mount Sinai Doctor Investigated After Inappropriate Behavior
Not all medical malpractice cases result in a physical injury to the patient. The errors of a doctor or medical staff may be in the form of poor judgment and […]
Understanding Informed Consent
When faced with the possibility of surgical intervention, most patients experience a rush of anxiety, fear and questions. During the initial consultation and planning stages of a surgical procedure, it […]