The largest group of emergency medicine physicians has given the U.S. a D+ grade for the way in which emergency medical services are supported. Ohio rated only slightly better than the national average, garnering a C+ grade. While the report card was issued by the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) as a way to [...]
Medical Malpractice Lawyer in Cleveland OH In a recent blog, I talked about the #1 myth surrounding why medical costs continue to go up - that myth being medical malpractice litigation. I spoke about the deception and lies that have caused most jurors and the average person to think that suing a doctor or a hospital [...]
Cervical cancer occurs when abnormal cells on the cervix, the lower part of the uterus, grow out of control. Cervical cancer can often be successfully treated when it's found early. It is usually found at a very early stage through a Pap test. Medical malpractice cases involving cervical cancer typically arise out of one of the [...]
Motor vehicle accidents from distracted driving remain a prominent problem. A recent study published by the New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM) examines this problem and shows that it is a risk factor for teen and adult drivers alike. The article is entitled Distracted Driving and the Risk of Road Crashes Among Novice and Experienced Drivers. "Distracted [...]
Medical Malpractice Lawyer, Cleveland OH When I talk to strangers about what I do for a living or lecture to students, or just discuss the topic of Ohio Medical Malpractice at a social gathering, I discover that many, if not most, people have deeply held negative beliefs about the judicial system and the concept of [...]
Medical malpractice claims due to stroke arise out of two key mistakes: failure to take proper measures to reduce the risk of stroke and failure to promptly treat once a stroke occurs. Failure to assess for risk of stroke in certain patients, and order preventative treatment, may constitute medical negligence. Likewise, a physician's failure to promptly undertake [...]
Medical Malpractice Lawyer, Cleveland OH Medical malpractice lawsuits have gotten increasingly difficult to pursue in recent years. Increasing costs of litigation, negative public opinion, and unnecessary tort reform measures enacted by legislators corrupted by donations from Big Business, Big Insurance and Big Medicine, have led to an overall reduction in the number of medical negligence claims being pursued, [...]
Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis is a surprisingly common theme in medical malpractice litigation. We see this as a central issue in many of our cases. Misdiagnosis, wrong diagnosis or delayed diagnosis accounts for a substantial number of claims and frequently can make a significant difference, between life and death. Just last year I handled a [...]
Medical errors are one of the leading causes of death in the U.S. each year. We typically hear about deaths caused by cancer, heart disease and auto collisions. The campaign to find a cure for cancer or heart disease is commendable, as is patient safety in the operation of motor vehicles. Safety rules to prevent [...]
Medical malpractice trials involve a "battle of the experts," as opposing experts take conflicting positions on medical issues. It can be dangerous to simply let the jury sort out the dispute without assistance. In 2007, the Ohio Rules of Evidence were amended to permit use of medical texts and journals as substantive evidence at trial. As such, medical literature can be an important tiebreaker when [...]