Category Archives: Medical Malpractice

Delayed Diagnosis of Lung Cancer Lawyer in Philadelphia, PA

Posted on February 2, 2023
Misdiagnosed Lung Cancer Lawsuit Attorney in Philadelphia, PA Seeks Maximum Compensation for Victims of Lung Cancer Delayed Diagnosis and Failure to Diagnose in Pennsylvania Lung cancer is the most common cancer worldwide. It is also the leading cause of cancer deaths in both men and women in the United States. The statistics are rather sobering: approximately 225,000 patients are diagnosed...
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Was My Lung Cancer Misdiagnosed?

Posted on February 2, 2023
Did you know that lung cancer can be misdiagnosed as acid reflux? This startling fact shows just how easy it is for doctors to miss a serious medical condition such as cancer. In the following sections, we will examine lung cancer, how it is misdiagnosed and how a medical malpractice attorney can help you file a claim for compensation. What...
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Medical Malpractice vs. Negligence: Legal Differences & Definitions Explained 

Posted on January 26, 2021
Understanding the difference between medical malpractice vs. negligence can help you fine-tune your claim for better results. While they may seem the same, the difference between malpractice and negligence can affect how you structure a case and address the facts when demanding compensation from the defendants or filing suit in a court of law.  Personal injury cases focused on the...
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NuVasive MAGEC Rod Lawsuits Guide: What to Do if You or a Family Member Has Been Injured 

Posted on December 18, 2020
  A NuVasive MAGEC lawsuit can help you get the compensation you deserve after a patient has been injured by complications related to the MAGEC spinal rod system. A popular implantable device that braces the spine as it grows in some pediatric scoliosis patients, the MAGEC Rod is meant to help limit spinal deformities safely and effectively. Unfortunately, the very...
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Nurses and Malpractice: Guide to Legal Cases and Claims  

Posted on October 29, 2020
Legal cases against nurses aren’t the most common medical malpractice suits, but nursing lawsuit cases are pursued in the courts when a nurse’s negligence leads to the injury of a patient. When you or a loved one seeks medical help, you have the right to expect competent and professional healthcare services that meet the standards set forth by law and...
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The 7 Most Common Medical Errors Explained

Posted on August 6, 2020
Medical errors can cost you your health, additional medical expenses, and even your life. We trust the health care practitioners and facilities we use to help us feel better, and a preventable medical mistake is a violation of that trust. From shaking your faith in the system to damaging the health of you or a loved one, the fall out...
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Medical Negligence: Claims and Settlement Guide | Anapol Weiss

Posted on July 27, 2020
Complete Guide to Medical Negligence Claims   Medical negligence claims and compensation can help with medical bills, recovery, and to ease the burden of pain and suffering/ Fighting for your rights after you’ve been injured can seem like an insurmountable challenge, but armed with the right information and the help of an experienced medical negligence lawyer, you can get the...
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Common Questions Regarding Birth Injuries

Posted on September 30, 2019
A birth injury is trauma that a baby endures before, during or shortly after childbirth. Birthing injuries range in severity and can improve over time or result in lifelong disabilities. If a birthing injury was due to a medical professional’s negligence, a medical malpractice lawsuit could be filed to recover financial damages for current and future medical expenses. The purpose...
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What Can Cause Cerebral Palsy at Birth?

Posted on September 30, 2019
Each year in the United States over 10,000 babies are diagnosed with cerebral palsy. Cerebral palsy is a congenial disorder that affects one’s motor skills and is due to abnormal brain development. Birthing injuries that can lead to cerebral palsy take place during pregnancy, labor and delivery if there is damage to an infant’s brain. A birth injury is an...
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Prenatal Care Malpractice: Causes of Prenatal Injuries and How to Prove Malpractice

Posted on September 30, 2019
The prenatal stage of pregnancy is when the fetus is in the developing stage in the mother’s womb. During a pregnancy, frequent visits to the doctor are routine to ensure the mother and baby’s safety. As the mother gets closer to labor, the frequency of the doctor visits will increase. If any abnormalities in the mother or baby are discovered,...
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How Long Do You Have to File a Birth Injury Lawsuit?

Posted on September 30, 2019
A birth injury is an injury to an infant that takes place during pregnancy, delivery or shortly after birth. In the United States, 7 out of 1,000 babies endure birth injuries. Birthing injuries can range from broken bones, injury to nerves and brain damage. The most common brain injury to occur during birth is due to oxygen deprivation. Contact a...
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What is Foot Drop?

Posted on September 30, 2019
Foot drop is the inability to lift the front part of the foot due to weakness or paralysis of the muscles. Foot drop can lead to difficulty walking which can result in lifting the knees higher or swinging the leg from side to side to avoid toes dragging on the floor. Foot drop is not categorized as a disease, but...
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