What Are the Most Common Medical Malpractice Claims?
When we seek medical treatment, we trust healthcare professionals to provide us with the care we need to improve our health. However, there are instances where things don’t go as planned, leading to what is known as medical malpractice. This term refers to situations where a healthcare provider deviates from the accepted standard of care,…
Read MoreSuing a plastic surgeon for medical malpractice
In most cases, Ohio residents who get plastic surgery are satisfied with their results. However, because it’s still a surgical procedure, there’s always a level of risk. If you had a procedure and suffered harm, knowing whether it’s considered medical malpractice is crucial. Understanding plastic surgery According to the American College of Surgeons, plastic surgery…
Read MoreAn autopsy may reveal medical malpractice caused death
Losing an Ohio loved one unexpectedly is devastating for anyone. If the person close to you had a medical procedure just prior to their death, you might wonder if medical malpractice is to blame. An autopsy may be able to reveal if this was the case. Hospital deaths and autopsies Some patients die in the…
Read MoreWhat to know about shoulder impingement due to a car accident
In Ohio, shoulder impingement is a painful yet often overlooked potential consequence of motor vehicle accidents. A shoulder impingement occurs due to inflammation in the shoulder tendons or bursa. The swelling pinches or impinges on the tendons and other structures, causing chronic pain, reduced mobility and other problems. How car accidents cause shoulder impingement Car…
Read MoreWill advanced technology reveal more driver cellphone use?
Cellphone use while driving is one of the most significant contributing factors in motor vehicle accidents in Ohio, yet the incidence is most likely underreported. However, a new technology may uncover whether more drivers use cell phones while driving, contributing to distraction. Technology may provide more pertinent data Roadside cameras and telematics from safe driver…
Read MoreNew approach to the classification of traumatic brain injury
Every day in Ohio and around the country, an average of 190 people die from a traumatic brain injury. A traumatic brain injury is typically caused by a forceful bump or blow to the head. The result can be short-term, or it can be completely life changing. Current treatment approaches have come under fire for…
Read MoreWrongful Death Case Evaluation
Three very important areas to look at whenever you’re evaluating wrongful death would be misdiagnosis of a heart attack, misdiagnosis of cancer, or medication error. Let’s talk about misdiagnosis first. Once of the most important evaluations in misdiagnosis is for a nationally recognized attorney to look at your medical records, as well as your X-rays.…
Read MoreNurse practitioners face malpractice claims
When discussing the topic of medical malpractice, many may assume that a doctor would be the sole person blamed for errors. That is inaccurate, as others tasked with health care duties could face a lawsuit in an Ohio courtroom. Nurses are not exempt from medical malpractice lawsuits if their actions or nonactions lead to someone’s…
Read MoreHow can the misuse of forceps lead to serious birth injuries?
Childbirth is often a journey filled with hope and anticipation. However, this remarkable event can take a bad turn when a mother needs medical intervention. Every year in America, over 60,000 mothers suffer from complications during birth or delivery, according to Stat News. While forceps sometimes serve an important role in assisting with childbirth, their…
Read MoreCommon anesthesia errors in medical institutions in Ohio
Doctors in Ohio and elsewhere routinely use anesthesia during medical procedures. Unfortunately, mistakes in its administration can have lifelong consequences for patients. Some of the most common anesthesia errors are listed below. Dosing mistakes All medications are foreign substances that medical professionals introduce into your body to either elicit a reaction at the target receptor…
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