Anderson Cooper 360˚will air “Operating under the Influence” tonight, March 31, 2008, at 10pm, eastern. The advertisements for the show indicate “imagine undergoing the knife, while your doctor is undergoing treatment for addiction!” Unfortunately, a number of my clients don’t have to “imagine” that consequence.I have a number of cases in which […]
Monthly Archives: March 2008
“OPERATING UNDER THE INFLUENCE” ON CNN TONIGHT
March 31, 2008
Celebrity Cases Highlight Medical Negligence Issues
March 19, 2008
In recent weeks, 2 celebrity medical malpractice cases have brought medical negligence to public attention. Unfortunately, usually the only thing that the public hears about medical malpractice is the constant harping on so-called “frivolous lawsuits.” However, these recent cases highlight the fact that most medical malpractice case filed by experienced malpractice attorneys, win […]
In recent weeks, 2 celebrity medical malpractice cases have brought medical negligence to public attention. Unfortunately, usually the only thing that the public hears about medical malpractice is the constant harping on so-called “frivolous lawsuits.” However, these recent cases highlight the fact that most medical malpractice case filed by experienced malpractice attorneys, win […]
Heparin Recalled
March 19, 2008
On March 5, 2008, the FDA announced that approximately 20% of the heparin samples tested from Baxter Healthcare Corporation were contaminated. Heparin is a drug thinner that is in common use. The contamination apparently occurred in the manufacture of heparin ingredients imported from China. Baxter has initiated a recall.
A number of complications […]
On March 5, 2008, the FDA announced that approximately 20% of the heparin samples tested from Baxter Healthcare Corporation were contaminated. Heparin is a drug thinner that is in common use. The contamination apparently occurred in the manufacture of heparin ingredients imported from China. Baxter has initiated a recall.
A number of complications […]
Judgment entered against Wyeth and Pfizer, Inc./Upjohn over hormone replacement drugs
March 18, 2008
An Arkansas jury found that Wyeth’s Premarin and Upjohn’s Provera menopause drugs caused a woman’s cancer. Donna Scoggin’s developed breast cancer and underwent a double mastectomy after taking the drugs for ten years. The jury found her damages at $2.75 million. The same jury will hear additional evidence before deciding whether […]
An Arkansas jury found that Wyeth’s Premarin and Upjohn’s Provera menopause drugs caused a woman’s cancer. Donna Scoggin’s developed breast cancer and underwent a double mastectomy after taking the drugs for ten years. The jury found her damages at $2.75 million. The same jury will hear additional evidence before deciding whether […]
If You’re Involved In An Accident With A Semi, You’ll Usually Come Out On The Losing End
March 18, 2008
Accidents involving semi-trucks, 18 wheelers and commercial trucks present many unique challenges when they cause injury or death to other drivers. Because of their size and the speeds involved, such accidents can often cause severe injuries.
Trucking accidents can be the result of speed, inattention, or lack of sufficient rest by the driver. Over the road […]
Accidents involving semi-trucks, 18 wheelers and commercial trucks present many unique challenges when they cause injury or death to other drivers. Because of their size and the speeds involved, such accidents can often cause severe injuries.
Trucking accidents can be the result of speed, inattention, or lack of sufficient rest by the driver. Over the road […]
What To Do If You Suspect You Are the Victim of Medial Negligence
March 18, 2008
If you suspect you or a loved one may be the victim of medical negligence (medical malpractice) you should begin to make note of people involved in the care. In a hospital setting, you should note the names of doctors, nurses and technicians who are caring for the patient.
If any type of surgically implanted device […]
If you suspect you or a loved one may be the victim of medical negligence (medical malpractice) you should begin to make note of people involved in the care. In a hospital setting, you should note the names of doctors, nurses and technicians who are caring for the patient.
If any type of surgically implanted device […]
How long will my medical malpractice case take and what should I expect?
March 18, 2008
This is usually a question I get at some point from every client. Some people ask the question in the first meeting, or even during our first phone call. Some don’t ask the question until we are well into the process. But at some point, everyone wants to know, just how long is this going […]
This is usually a question I get at some point from every client. Some people ask the question in the first meeting, or even during our first phone call. Some don’t ask the question until we are well into the process. But at some point, everyone wants to know, just how long is this going […]
