Surgery is inherently risky. Even with all our medical advances, negative outcomes are still possible and there is no guarantee that a patient will improve once wheeled out of the operating room. Sometimes, a patient needs multiple surgeries when only one was expected, which can take a toll on a patient’s health. However, it is...

The purpose of a New Jersey lawsuit is to compensate an accident victim for their losses. Many people already know they can receive money to cover the cost of medical care, lost wages, and property damage. However, they often wonder, “Can I sue for suffering in New Jersey?” The answer is that you often can...

Can You Sue for Medical Errors in Bergen County? Yes, you can sue for medical errors in Bergen County, New Jersey. Medical errors are a leading cause of injury and death in the United States, and the same is true in Bergen County. If you believe a doctor has injured you, then you should meet...

When medical malpractice occurs, the result can be catastrophic injuries that have a big impact on a person’s quality of life and ability to support themselves. While many accidents and injuries are acute and obvious (such as the damages from a car accident), medical malpractice-related injuries may not always be. This can make navigating the...

If you are considering filing a retained surgical instruments lawsuit, you need a strong and experienced New Jersey medical malpractice attorney on your side. Contact O'Connor, Parsons, Lane & Noble today to set up a no-cost case assessment: (908) 373-8408 Shockingly, surgical items and other foreign objects are left inside of thousands of American patients...

Medical errors are a leading cause of death in this country, claiming roughly 250,000 lives each year, according to researchers at Johns Hopkins University. Hundreds of thousands of people survive their doctor’s negligence but struggle with pain and high medical bills as they try to recover. But how do you know if you have a...

Have You Been Exposed to Hepatitis? Staying healthy can be hard enough without the fear of being exposed to contagious viruses against your will. Unfortunately, some healthcare providers and food service companies are not careful enough to protect their patients and customers from exposure to dangerous viruses like hepatitis. Sidestepping safety protocol may help a...

Was your Baby a Victim of a Forceps Injury? The birth of a baby is supposed to be the happiest time in a parent’s life. However, sometimes, not every birth goes smoothly. There is nothing more tragic than a baby being injured at or immediately after birth. Sometimes it is necessary for a physician to...

Early detection is crucial for improving the survival rates of uterine cancer. When uterine cancer is detected early, the chances of successful treatment and recovery are significantly higher. However, a failure to promptly check for the possibility of uterine or endometrial cancer can lead to delays in diagnosis and treatment, allowing the disease to progress...

Prostate cancer is a significant health concern, being the leading cancer diagnosis and the second-most-common cause of cancer-related death among men in the United States. However, advancements in screening tests and therapies have led to a decline in mortality and morbidity associated with this disease since the 1990s. It's important to note that while approximately...