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...
Many situations, including examples of a hostile work environment, could make someone’s workplace unpleasant. Rude co-workers, unappreciative bosses, lack of perks or privileges, and micromanaging superiors can make employees feel uncomfortable. However, those examples do not necessarily create a hostile work environment. The level of behavior that unlawfully creates a hostile work environment must be...
Understanding the difference between express vs. implied consent is crucial in healthcare to ensure patients' rights and doctors' legal protections. Many legal disputes can arise based on disagreements over whether one person gave another person consent or authorization to perform a particular action. When administering medical care, a health professional needs to explain the risks...
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...
In New Jersey, victims of medical malpractice have two years from the date of the injury to file a lawsuit against the hospital. While this applies to most cases, there are exceptions to this rule that may extend or modify the timeframe for filing a claim. So, how important is it to adhere to the...