Posted on Nov. 22nd, 2013 | in Firm News, News
An Allegheny County jury this afternoon returned one of the largest civil verdicts in the history of Allegheny County in a case involving a drunk driver who was served alcohol at a local Elks club. The award of more than $28 million against the Elks Club Lodge No. 11 of Pittsburgh will grow to more… read more
Posted on Nov. 22nd, 2013 | in News, Wrongful Death
It is an absolute tragedy when someone is killed in a car accident, especially if the accident could have been prevented. Fatal car accidents affect more than just the person who was killed, but his or her family, friends and the community, too. Perhaps this is one of the reasons why family members choose to… read more
Posted on Nov. 21st, 2013 | in News, Surgical Errors
Robotic surgery is often touted as a better alternative to traditional surgery, giving doctors greater visibility and precision which translates to smaller incisions and less pain and discomfort for patients. Unfortunately, that is not always the case. Surgical errors still occur when a physician uses a robotic devise to perform various procedures. Aggressive marketing by… read more
Posted on Nov. 19th, 2013 | in Birth Injuries, News
It is reasonable to expect that when you go to the hospital in Pittsburgh or anywhere else seeking medical help, you will get the attention that you need. Yet, that is not always the case. Medical professionals are often rushed or simply don’t comprehend the severity of a situation and discharge a patient without a… read more
Posted on Nov. 17th, 2013 | in News, Surgical Errors
Over the years, there has been a lot of research done on the effects of sleep deprivation. It has been shown to slow down reflexes, impair judgment and cause a person to be more forgetful. The question regarding sleep deprivation that researchers set out to answer this time around: “Are surgeons more likely to make… read more
Posted on Nov. 15th, 2013 | in Medication Errors, News
The five conditions that are most frequently misdiagnosed or diagnosed late are cancer, heart failure, pneumonia, kidney failure and UTIs. Even the best doctors in Pittsburgh are sometimes guilty of misdiagnosed cancer or a delay in diagnosis that leads to a worsened condition. While the burden of obtaining an accurate diagnosis should not rest on… read more
Posted on Nov. 8th, 2013 | in Birth Injuries, News
Just as every woman in Pittsburgh experiences pregnancy differently, each will have different delivery experiences. Even an easy pregnancy can turn into a difficult delivery. The size and position of the baby can make labor and delivery more complicated for the mother-to-be as well as the delivery doctors and nurses, and can sometimes lead to… read more
Posted on Nov. 6th, 2013 | in Failure to Diagnose, News
It seems like a safe assumption that if a doctor has passed the MCAT, completed both medical school and residencies and met the other licensing requirements that he or she is qualified to care for patients. Sadly, that is not always the case and patients may receive substandard care in Pittsburgh, PA or any other… read more
Posted on Nov. 1st, 2013 | in Brain Injuries, News
Every brain injury is unique, making it difficult to diagnose accurately. Some symptoms appear immediately after the injury, but others aren’t noticeable for days or even weeks. Medical professionals participating in an international study are trying to find better ways to assess brain trauma and classify all of its variations. Approximately 2 percent of the… read more
Posted on Oct. 30th, 2013 | in News, Surgical Errors
Whether your surgery is considered elective or an emergency, you should receive the highest level of care. Yet, no one is perfect—not doctors, nor nurses or anyone else in the Pittsburgh operating room. There is always a chance of human error. Arguably the most common surgical errors are foreign objects such as sponges or surgical… read more
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