Simple Cataract Surgery can be Grounds for a Medical Malpractice Case

Robert Wolff September 5, 2014

A patient is convinced by his eye doctor to undergo cataract surgery. However during the surgery, the doctor inserts the wrong lens, and because of that the patient loses sight in that eye. The patient was experiencing some blurriness in one eye and it was not a major issue. However, the eye doctor convinced the patient that he needed cataract surgery for this issue.

The Importance of Maintaining ‘Chain of Custody’ for Your Medical Records

Gary Silverstein September 5, 2014

In criminal law, the term ‘chain of custody’ is a familiar concept and until some years back it was not a major concern for civil litigators. But with the advent of online records, the actual nature of evidence in civil litigation has undergone a sea change. From tangible paper records to electronic data, the average New York lawyer now has to change his attitude towards records used as evidence in court. And that means being hyper aware of the chain of custody (COC) and how this can affect the outcome of the trial.

A Medical Malpractice Case for Leaving a Foreign Object Inside the Patient

Gary Silverstein September 5, 2014

To file a medical malpractice case where a foreign object has been left inside the patient, there are several aspects to be considered. They are:

Eyelid surgery gone wrong; what do you do if your surgeon refuses to accept blame?

Gary Silverstein September 5, 2014

America is using cosmetic and plastic surgery like never before. For health reasons, and also for purely aesthetic causes, the country is turning to its surgeons in a bid to achieve perfection. One of the most common plastic surgery procedures in America today is an eyelid surgery – known in medical terms as a blepharoplasty.

Surgical black box device

Gary Silverstein August 29, 2014

New York residents may benefit if the surgical tracking box ever makes it to market in the U.S. According to CNN, researchers in Canada are currently developing a device that would be analogous to the black box recorder used in the aircraft industry. However, the surgical black box will not only record errors, but it may be able to help surgeons avoid from committing errors as well. While many praise the educational component of the new tool, others have cited potential legal issues.

Almost all Types of Lawyers come Across Instances of Medical Malpractice

Gary Silverstein August 25, 2014

Unfortunately, even with the improved technology and better hospitals, medical malpractice is still a very large problem. In fact, all types of lawyers come across clients who have suffered due to medical malpractice and have to guide them to the proper lawyer who specializes in such cases. For instance, you could be a lawyer specializing in workers compensation and you might be handling a case where the employee of a construction company has sustained a crushing injury to his arm from a forklift.

Challenges in Filing a Medical Malpractice Lawsuit in New York

Gary Silverstein August 25, 2014

The organization responsible for municipal hospitals is New York City is HHC (Health and Hospitals Corporation). If there is a wrongdoing by these hospitals, the patient only has 90 days to file a notice of claim against the hospital from the date of the wrongdoing. After that, the patient has another one year and ninety days to file a lawsuit.

What should You do when the Defense Shoots Down Your Settlement Claim

Gary Silverstein August 25, 2014

You may have an eligible case of personal injury or malpractice that you are suing for damages in the court. But be assured that the defense lawyers will always begin by saying that the settlement you are claiming is way too much for the defendant to pay; even if it is proved fair and square that the accident or injury was not your fault at all. So why is it that the defense is so eager to always shoot down your claim? It is important to understand here how the negotiation process for a personal injury claim settlement works. You may have a figure in

Medical Malpractice – Injuries at Birth and Development Issues

Robert Wolff August 25, 2014

Many things can go wrong during childbirth. Babies can be deprived of oxygen, if the delivery is not performed in a timely fashion. There could also be an issue with the heart rate of the baby, and because nobody has detected the decreased heart rate and the baby is not delivered in time, it can result in serious brain damage that can be permanent. In view of these serious issues, it is important to detect such instances that might have occurred during childbirth.

Suing a Doctor for Delaying Treatment

Robert Wolff August 24, 2014

Just about any healthcare provider, such as a dentist, doctor, OB/GYN, etc. may be sued for delaying diagnosis or treatment of an illness or injury. It is however a difficult task to prove your case. While the failure on a heath care professional or a doctor’s path to provide timely care may amount to medical malpractice, there are a couple of things that a plaintiff will have to prove to achieve a successful lawsuit.

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Simple Cataract Surgery can be Grounds for a Medical Malpractice Case

The Importance of Maintaining ‘Chain of Custody’ for Your Medical Records

A Medical Malpractice Case for Leaving a Foreign Object Inside the Patient

Eyelid surgery gone wrong; what do you do if your surgeon refuses to accept blame?

Surgical black box device

Almost all Types of Lawyers come Across Instances of Medical Malpractice

Challenges in Filing a Medical Malpractice Lawsuit in New York

What should You do when the Defense Shoots Down Your Settlement Claim

Medical Malpractice – Injuries at Birth and Development Issues

Suing a Doctor for Delaying Treatment

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