When you’re injured and turn to a doctor for treatment, you expect to leave their care better than you arrived. However, far too many New Jersey residents suffering from complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) find just the opposite to be true. Doctors who fail to recognize the warning signs of this condition and address them...
Chiropractors offer much-needed relief from the pain, stiffness, and joint immobility that prevent thousands of New Jersey residents from enjoying daily life. Unfortunately, far too many patients leave the clinic with new and painful conditions caused by the treatment they thought would help them. When a chiropractor’s negligent treatment hurts you, seeking medical help and...
For victims of medical malpractice, taking legal action against a negligent physician can often feel intimidating, if not impossible. However, compensation isn’t as far out of reach as many think. This blog post will give an overview of how chiropractic malpractice settlements work in New Jersey. We’ll explain the basic legal process involved in New...
Although it only affects 2% of women, ectopic pregnancy is the leading cause of maternal deaths in early pregnancy. Despite the life-threatening risks it poses, medical professionals can safely treat ectopic pregnancy if they recognize the symptoms early enough to take action. However, doctors who ignore the warning signs of ectopic pregnancy or fail to...
What to do if your doctor orders unnecessary tests? Physicians and patients generally agree that unnecessary testing is a serious issue for the healthcare system. Those who suffer injuries following an unnecessary medical procedure may have a medical malpractice claim against the treating healthcare provider. At O’Connor, Parsons, Lane & Noble, our medical malpractice attorneys...
Intravenous (IV) therapy is a standard medical procedure to deliver fluids, medications, and nutrients directly into a patient’s vein. While it is generally safe, complications can arise, one of the most concerning being IV infiltration. IV infiltration occurs when the fluid or medication leaks into the surrounding tissue instead of flowing into the vein. This...
Sepsis is a severe and potentially life-threatening condition that arises when the body’s response to infection causes injury to its tissues and organs. In many cases, timely and appropriate medical intervention can prevent sepsis from progressing to a critical state. Unfortunately, there are instances where sepsis is improperly diagnosed or managed, leading to severe complications...
In cases involving government entities, the New Jersey tort claims act applies, making the process more complex than typical personal injury claims. In New Jersey, filing a personal injury claim is relatively easy if another person’s negligence leads to your injuries. However, if the party responsible for your injuries is a government agency, employee, or...
Surgical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider makes a mistake during surgery that deviates from the accepted standard of care, resulting in harm to the patient. These errors can include operating on the wrong body part, leaving surgical instruments inside the body, or failing to provide adequate post-operative care. Such negligence can lead to severe...
Colonoscopies are a vital tool for early detection and prevention of colon cancer. However, as with any medical procedure, complications can arise. If you believe your colonoscopy resulted in harm due to negligence, pursuing a legal claim can be a crucial step in your journey toward healing. In this blog post, we will explore colonoscopy...