Posted on Mar. 10th, 2014 | in News, Surgical Errors
In Pennsylvania and around the country, people seek medical treatment when injured every day. Some injuries may be treated easily while others can be more involved. When surgical errors occur, however, the increased complexity of such situations is tremendous. A single surgical error can lead to a worsened condition as well as out-of-pocket losses for… read more
Posted on Mar. 7th, 2014 | in Brain Injuries, News
There are very few injuries that are more frightening than those to the brain. The brain can be resilient and recover after even some of the worst injuries, or something as minor as a concussion can drastically alter a person’s personality, mood and behavior for life. And how do physicians determine how to treat or… read more
Posted on Mar. 4th, 2014 | in Medication Errors, News
Pennsylvania residents who take prescription medications are aware that each drug has some potential risks associated with it. Knowing this is important and every person can research details as needed. Additionally, patients routinely look to their doctors or pharmacists to provide valuable information about drugs in order to avoid prescription medication errors and associated problems…. read more
Posted on Mar. 2nd, 2014 | in News, Surgical Errors
With recent media reports indicating that medical errors are the third leading cause of death around the United States, it is no wonder that Pennsylvania residents are concerned. The need to seek medical care can arise at any time and patients want to trust in the safety of that care. Surgical errors may not always… read more
Posted on Feb. 27th, 2014 | in News, Wrongful Death
It is unlikely that many people in Pittsburgh know of anyone who has had rat-bite fever, a condition that is most often contracted by handling infected rats and other rodents. Typically, a person must be scratched or bitten by the rat, but anyone can contract the condition just by consuming something with the streptobacillus moniliformis bacteria… read more
Posted on Feb. 25th, 2014 | in Birth Injuries, News
Expectant Pennsylvania parents typically await the arrival of their children with great joy. The birth process itself is part of the anticipation with many mothers focused heavily on a beautiful experience when bringing their babies into the world. While many times these dreams are able to become realities, other times very different realities emerge. Birth… read more
Posted on Feb. 23rd, 2014 | in Failure to Diagnose, News
Medical errors happen around the country and in Pennsylvania on a daily basis. They can range from errors with medications, problems during or after a surgery, a failure to diagnose a problem correctly or more. No matter the nature of any errors, the results can leave victims with life-long medical conditions. In extreme cases, fatalities… read more
Posted on Feb. 18th, 2014 | in Brain Injuries, News
The world of personal injury is extremely broad with a great number of types of injuries that can be sustained. Whether from a motor vehicle accident, a slip-and-fall, a medical mistake or something else, the result of such injuries can leave Pennsylvania victims needing long-term care and facing high medical expenses, often due to a… read more
Posted on Feb. 17th, 2014 | in News, Wrongful Death
Accidents can happen at any time of the day or night. Some drivers might assume that less vigilance is needed in the early morning hours because of the assumption that fewer pedestrians are out. However, a recent accident in the Pittsburgh area underscores the importance of watching for pedestrians at all times. For the family… read more
Posted on Feb. 16th, 2014 | in Birth Injuries, News
Medical errors are one of the most potentially frightening events that a person could ensure. When seeking medical care, Pennsylvania residents put their lives in the hands of others, trusting in the quality and effectiveness of the treatment and attention they will receive. For pregnant mothers, the issue can be even more complicated as concerns… read more
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