Medical Malpractice
The Biggest Medical Malpractice Verdicts of 2024
Last year, many significant verdicts were awarded to victims of medical malpractice in the US. These multi-million dollar results are critical when it comes to holding medical providers accountable for their actions. Without aggressive litigators willing to pursue medical malpractice claims on behalf of victims and their families, all of us would face lower quality,…
Read MorePre-Existing Conditions and Medical Malpractice
Pre-existing conditions, which include chronic illnesses, prior injuries, or ongoing medical issues, can complicate medical care and impact medical malpractice cases. If you have a pre-existing condition and believe that a healthcare provider’s negligence has harmed you, understanding how these conditions affect your case is crucial. At Plaxen Adler Muncy, our attorneys are here to…
Read MoreIs Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension of the Newborn Caused by Medical Negligence?
Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension of the Newborn (PPHN) is a complex condition with multiple potential causes. Determining whether PPHN is caused by medical negligence involves understanding both the medical background of the condition and the specifics of the care provided. What is PPHN? PPHN is a serious condition that affects newborn babies. It causes high blood…
Read MoreThe Biggest Medical Malpractice Verdicts of 2023
Last year, we wrote about the largest medical malpractice verdicts around the country. Our readers really liked that piece, so we’ve decided to look at the four biggest awards from 2023: Hagans v. Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania Lee v. Westchester County Health Care Corporation Chris Maragos v. Dr. James Bradley and Rothman Orthopaedics…
Read MoreThe Largest Medical Malpractice Verdicts of 2022
Last year we gathered up some of the biggest medical malpractice cases of 2021, and our blog readers found it especially interesting. Now that 2023 is underway, let’s take a look back at 2022’s most noteworthy cases and largest verdicts. Thapa v. St. Cloud Orthopedic Associates: $111 Million The Estate of Nicholas Carusillo v. Metro…
Read MoreIs It Medical Malpractice if My Doctor Is Rude or Disrespectful?
Medical malpractice in Maryland occurs when a doctor does not meet the established standard of care of the medical community. If something minor goes wrong during an office visit, but you do not suffer an injury, you may not be successful in filing a medical malpractice claim. A poor attitude or lack of compassion might…
Read MoreCan I Sue a Nurse for a Medical Error?
For any medical malpractice claim to be successful, you must be able to prove that the medical professional owed you a duty of care, breached that duty of care, and, as a result, you sustained injuries and losses (damages) of that breach. This means that if a nurse’s negligence caused your injuries, you can hold…
Read MoreCan I File a Lawsuit Against My Chiropractor for Malpractice?
There are many kinds of medical doctors out there – neurologists, oncologists, pediatricians, and so forth. Outside of medical doctors, there are other sorts of healers who treat and tend to the body as well. Chiropractors are specialists who focus on the bones, joints, and muscles of the spine. They work to improve one’s overall…
Read MoreLack of Communication Ends in Unnecessary Amputation
Parkwest Hospital in Knoxville, Tennessee is under fire for allegedly failing to properly inform a deaf patient of his treatment options, which lead to him requiring a partial leg amputation. The incident in question happened in 2017 when the patient went to the hospital after he had fallen and was feeling pain and numbness in…
Read MoreFDA Warns of Problems with Heart Pump; Patients Receive it Anyway
Eight years ago, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) found problems and concerns with the HeartWare heart pump. Even with this information, the pump was implanted into patients for years following. The problem was found back in 2014 and a warning letter was sent to the manufacturer by the FDA. However, this did not stop…
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