Did You Suffer a Common Surgery Error? Undergoing surgery can be intimidating, especially when you place your well-being in someone else’s hands. While most surgeries are successful, mistakes can happen, and the consequences can be life-altering. Surgical errors, although relatively rare, can lead to significant physical, emotional, and financial harm. The medical malpractice attorneys at […]
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Did You Suffer an Emergency Room Error or an Operating Room Error? Medical errors can have life-altering consequences, and they often occur in two of the most critical areas of a hospital—the emergency room (ER) and the operating room (OR). While errors in both settings can lead to severe outcomes, the nature, causes, and impact
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When Are Surgeons Liable for Operating Table Errors? Mistakes during surgery are some of the most serious errors that can occur in a healthcare setting. For patients, they are not only physically devastating but also emotionally and financially burdensome. For medical professionals, these incidents raise the important and complex issue of liability. Are surgeons responsible
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How Can Knowing the Four C’s of Medical Malpractice Help You as a Patient? When it comes to healthcare, trust and safety are paramount. But what happens when that trust is broken, and safety is compromised? Medical malpractice is a pressing issue that can have life-altering consequences for you as a patient and your family.
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When we seek medical care, we place trust in healthcare professionals to provide competent and effective treatment. However, mistakes can happen, and these errors can sometimes have severe consequences. Medical malpractice, a failure by a healthcare provider to meet the standard of care expected, can lead to devastating outcomes for patients and their families. If
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Have you ever wondered what happens if both drivers are at fault in a car accident? When this happens, and you’re trying to determine whether you can seek damages, we have comparative fault laws. This can determine who can seek damages and how much someone can seek in damages. Understanding how comparative fault laws can
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Pennsylvania’s Deep History of Defining Bad Faith Laws When dealing with insurance claims, fairness and accountability should be the norm. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case. Pennsylvania’s “bad faith rules” were developed to protect policyholders from insurance companies acting in bad faith – wrongly delaying, denying, or mishandling claims. For Pennsylvania residents, understanding these rules
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See a Defective Product? Report It! Every year, countless consumer products hit the market, promising convenience, functionality, and improvement in our daily lives. However, not all products fulfill these promises safely. Defective products can lead to inconvenience at best—and at worst, severe harm or injury. If you’ve experienced a product that doesn’t work as it
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Understanding the Different Types of Personal Injury Damages Suffering a personal injury can be life-altering. Beyond the physical pain, you may also experience emotional suffering, financial losses, and personal setbacks. If someone else’s negligence caused your injury, you may be entitled to recover damages through a personal injury claim. But what does that mean, and
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When Should You Apply for Social Security Disability Benefits? Applying for Social Security disability benefits can feel like a daunting process, especially if you are unfamiliar with the steps involved. If you or a loved one is considering applying for disability benefits, understanding the reasons and requirements is crucial. In this guide, Lenahan & Dempsey
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