For many people, there are few things more frightening than a trip to the emergency room because it means that something is seriously wrong and needs to be addressed immediately. Most of the time, the doctors, nurses, and support staff working in emergency rooms do a great job of diagnosing and treating patients. Whether in...
As patients, we rely on healthcare providers to use their knowledge and expertise in making a good-faith effort to assess and diagnose issues related to our well-being, thoroughly. Failing to properly examine and evaluate symptoms can lead to a brain tumor misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis, the result of which can include serious injury, decreased quality...
For many surgical procedures, anesthesia is a critical component. However, there are serious risks and consequences when mistakes are made. Some of the most severe results of anesthesia errors are brain injuries. For this reason, the administration of anesthesia must be carried out by a trained anesthesiologist who understands their duty to provide great care...
If your baby suffered shoulder dystocia or another birth injury because of medical negligence, you might be contemplating your legal options by researching the condition, whether it constitutes medical malpractice, and whether you need a lawyer. It can feel overwhelming and daunting. In this article, we provide a brief overview of what you should know...
According to the American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM), cephalopelvic disproportion (CPD) is rare and occurs only in 1 out of 250 pregnancies. However, that does not make the consequences any less devastating if it happens to you or someone you know. Cephalopelvic disproportion occurs when a baby’s head or body is too large to fit...
Pathology errors can play a significant role in cancer misdiagnosis lawsuits. Beyond that and more importantly, pathology and laboratory errors can have serious consequences on cancer patients’ lives. As with almost any medical test, results cannot be expected to be 100% accurate at all times. However, a pathology test or reading error can be distressing...
When you are facing something as invasive and scary as cancer, you are quite literally trusting your life and well-being to your doctor and medical care team. Suffering additional injuries due to a chemotherapy medication error can, therefore, be devastating both physically and emotionally. If you believe you or someone you love has been hurt...
Construction is an inherently dangerous industry, but many injuries are avoidable with reasonable care. Nearly 1 in 5 workplace deaths occurred in the construction industry in 2021. Just over one-third of those construction deaths were due to falls, slips, and trips. Knowing this, it is important to understand who is responsible to keep a construction...
With over 38,000 miles of roadways, New Jersey is home to the third-largest public transit system in the country. According to U.S. Census data, approximately 11% of people in New Jersey utilize public transport, excluding taxis, which puts the state at the number four spot for the most used public transit system in the nation....
When we rent an Airbnb, we expect to receive safe and comfortable lodging that provides a home base for our adventures in a new city. Unfortunately, some Airbnb operators may not maintain their properties to a standard that protects you from harm and injury. If you suffered injuries during a stay at an Airbnb, you...