Senate Report Implicates Olympus and FDA in Deadly Bacterial Infection
A Senate report released earlier this week found the superbug infection linked improperly-cleaned duodenoscopes to be more widespread than previously thought. The bacteria, known as the antibiotic resistant superbug carbapenem-resistant […]
Can senior neglect happen in your own home?
So many aging seniors are opting for in-home health care over the once popular assisted-living facilities. Common reasons cited for this change are affordability, comfort and a renewed sense of […]
Button Battery Likely Cuase of Death of Young Girl
Cigarettes and hoverboards; what do they have in common? Lithium-ion Batteries. Many electronic cigarettes and so called hoverboards use lithium ion batteries because of their versatility and efficiency. However, attention […]
If There is Any Question of Wrongdoing, Speak to an Attorney
The occasional doctor visit, check up or preventative care appointment can still run into the hundreds of dollars depending on the service received. Even with more Americans receiving health care […]
Boston Scientific Guiding Sheath Recall For Fracture
Pharmaceutical giant, Boston Scientific Corporation, recalled its global supply Chariot Guiding Sheaths which total 7,000. The recall was initiated because parts of the device can fracture during medical procedures. A […]
FDA Investigating Essure Birth Control Device for Related Health Issues
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recently announced it will be opening an investigation into Essure, a permanent non-surgical birth control device manufactured by Bayer HealthCare. The device consists […]
Fair Compensation for Birth Injury Claims
Birth injuries can range in severity from very mild to catastrophic and many times are caused by improperly trained staff or doctor negligence during delivery. Unfortunately, as common as birth […]
Can a surgical site infection be a negligence claim?
A surgical site infection is an infection in the portion of the body a surgical procedure was performed on. Although many infections are relatively minor, occasionally, a serious infection may […]
Why is abuse and neglect so prevalent in nursing homes?
Nursing home abuse and neglect is a topic that many people shy away from. Whether it is because it is so difficult to comprehend or understand, or because the subject […]
What are the basics of vicarious liability?
Many times hospital negligence cases are not identified until years after the injury takes place. After so long, some patients may have a hard time identifying who the responsible party […]