Posted on Mar. 30th, 2014 | in Failure to Diagnose, News
Pennsylvania citizens are as concerned as their counterparts in the rest of the country about the alarming rate of medical errors. With reports indicating that such situations are the third leading cause of death in the United States, such fears appear to be warranted indeed. From a failure to diagnose cancer to a medication error… read more
Posted on Mar. 26th, 2014 | in Failure to Diagnose, News
People in Pennsylvania and around the United States seek medical care every day. The rising concern about instances of medical malpractice can leave patients wondering who they can trust when. Some medical errors may be clearly identified at the time they occur while others may not be noticeable for some time. The failure to diagnose… read more
Posted on Mar. 24th, 2014 | in Car Accidents, News
A recent study published by the National Institutes of Child Health and Human Development has found that when teenagers ride in vehicles driven by impaired drivers, they are more likely to drive while drunk or high on drugs themselves. Although this is certainly an important statistic and one that certainly should be explored more in-depth,… read more
Posted on Mar. 24th, 2014 | in News, Surgical Errors
When trust in medical providers turns out to be unearned and a medical error is discovered, Pennsylvania patients have reason to be concerned and upset. These cases can involve many different problems including the wrong medication being prescribed, a missed diagnosis, surgical errors and more. Depending upon the situation, an individual healthcare professional can be… read more
Posted on Mar. 20th, 2014 | in News, Truck Accidents
Trucking is an extremely important part of our economy and there are a number of trucking companies in Pittsburgh. Without trucking, many of us may not be able to get the products we use in our daily life. At the same time, the trucking industry can be extremely dangerous and could put many people on… read more
Posted on Mar. 19th, 2014 | in Failure to Diagnose, News
Throughout Pennsylvania and the United States, patients everywhere put their trust in medical professionals every day. When errors occur, the results can be devastating for individuals and family members. This can be especially so when the error involves a child. An incorrect medication dosage, an instrument left inside a body after surgery, a doctor’s failure… read more
Posted on Mar. 17th, 2014 | in Medication Errors, News
Our nation’s aging population has fueled a dramatic rise in the number of people living in care facilities. One specific type of these homes is referred to as a skilled nursing facility which is reserved for people needing a higher level of care than others. Many Pennsylvania families have had to make the decision to… read more
Posted on Mar. 15th, 2014 | in Firm News, News
Attorney John Gismondi will be a guest on the KD-PG Show Sunday morning at 11:00 am on KDKA to discuss the missing Malaysian Airlines case.
Posted on Mar. 14th, 2014 | in Brain Injuries, News
It should be no surprise to the people of Pittsburgh that bicycle accidents can lead to brain injuries. Certainly, if a cyclist isn’t wearing a helmet it can increase the risk of traumatic injuries, but bikers’ brains may be at risk even with a helmet on. The fact of the matter is, if a car… read more
Posted on Mar. 12th, 2014 | in Failure to Diagnose, News
Across the nation, the variation with which medical malpractice claims are handled is great. Some states impose limits on the amount of money that victims or their family members can receive from these claims while others, like Pennsylvania, have no limits whatsoever. Concerns among patient advocates about how to best protect patients against errors such… read more
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