Queens boy dies after doctors ignored symptoms of septic shock
A young boy from Queens died of septic shock in April. Months later, his family says his death was directly related to one hospital’s misdiagnosis and serious negligence.
Family blames hospital for son’s developmental disorders and wins
It is important for doctors in New York City and beyond to provide their patients with proper treatment. In many cases, that means taking action in a timely manner. A matter of minutes may be the difference between life and death. In one family’s case, a couple of hours kept them from a normal life with their child.
Do electronic medical records reduce medical malpractice claims?
About one-third of doctor’s offices across the country are using electronic health records. Some in New York City and beyond have feared that the switch from paper records to electronic records could increase the rate of errors made by physicians. However, a new study shows that electronic health records could reduce medical malpractice claims by 84 percent.
Judge allows parents to pursue medical malpractice lawsuit
Doctors in New York City and beyond have a duty to provide their patients with important information regarding their health and the health of their unborn child. By withholding information or failing to perform proper tests, a family cannot make appropriate medical decisions.
Mother of three dies during kidney transplant surgery
Although surgery has innate risks, people expect that physicians and other medical professionals will do all they can to prevent a surgical error from happening. Sadly, a mistake during a recent surgery left one New York woman dead.
Children awarded $6.4 million for father’s untimely death
Many people in New York City and beyond suffer heart attacks. However, if a heart attack is caught early on, people have a greater chance of surviving.
Are fatigued surgeons more likely to make errors?
Medical professionals are obligated to provide their patients with quality care. Patients and families in New York City trust that doctors and surgeons are doing whatever they can to prevent errors. However, a new study suggests that fatigue may impact how a surgeon performs.
Family awarded millions for doctor’s errors during delivery
Preparing for the birth of a child is often a joyous and exciting time for parents in New York City and beyond. It can be the best moment in a parent’s life when they finally get to meet their child for the first time. Sadly, complications at birth can turn that miraculous moment into a tragic one. A birth injury can leave a child with major medical problems, which may require that the child receive lifelong care.
New York couple files lawsuit after doctor failed to test for genetic condition
Watching a child suffer is likely one of the hardest things for a parent to endure. A couple from New York can attest to that. Their son was born with a genetic disorder called Tay-Sachs. He began having seizures and lost control of his muscles. He died when he was just 2-years-old.
Will new initiative cut down on medical malpractice claims?
People in New York City go to the hospital expecting that they will feel better when they leave. However, mistakes made by physicians and other medical professionals can leave patients with further complications. In the past, physicians routinely refused to acknowledge when errors were made and often never apologized. However, a new initiative could change that going forward.