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Nursing home abuse discovered through posted photos, videos

Sadly, nursing home abuse comes in all different forms. But the abuse and neglect of the sick and elderly is not only morally reprehensible, but it is illegal. Two aides in New York were recently accused of taking upsetting photos and videos of residents at differing nursing homes in Long Island.If they haven’t already, the families of the residents or the residents themselves should speak to a New York nursing home negligence lawyer to learn

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May 24, 2013

New trend in surgery targets the underarm area

People undergo surgery for many reasons. Some surgeries are on an emergency basis, while others are standard, routine operations. And then there are elective surgeries, the surgeries that aren’t necessary but ones that a patient opts for nonetheless. Many elective surgeries are for cosmetic purposes but simply because a procedure is elective and not directly health-related doesn’t mean that a surgeon’s standard of care is diminished.Doctor’s must maintain the same standard of care towards a

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May 10, 2013

The cost of diagnostic errors is great

Doctors are only human and therefore, do make mistakes. But for the most part, we hear about the active mistakes like surgery mishaps. But doctors can do harm even indirectly, even by missing diagnoses of serious illnesses, like cancer. The longer a patient goes without treatment, the lower the chances of recovery. If a medical professional misses a diagnosis and a patient is harmed as a result, it would be in the patient’s best interest

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May 3, 2013

Low-staff levels hurt nursing homes, possibly residents

As children of an aging baby boomer generation, many people are soon facing the decision of whether or not to place parents in assisted care facilities or nursing homes. This decision can be difficult but often made easier if family members feel confident in the level of care and professionalism offered by the facility. New York nursing home negligence lawyers are ready to act in situations where nursing homes injure residents or fall below the

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April 24, 2013

New York involved in study to reduce elective early deliveries

Nine months is a long time as any expectant mother can tell you. Mothers understandably get anxious to meet their baby and get past the discomfort of pregnancy but as any New York birth injury lawyer will tell you, doctors need to do what is best for the health of the baby and mother, and not just rush through the process.While early delivery may be medically necessary for many reasons, over the past few years,

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April 18, 2013

Oral surgeon exposes patients to HIV and hepatitis

Doctors perform all types of procedures, ranging from quick and easy to the invasive kind. But when it comes to surgical procedures, patients truly must place their trust in the surgeon that he or she will perform the procedure accurately and safely. And oral surgery is no different.Oral surgeons and dentists are held to the same standard of care as general physicians and if a patient in New York is injured due to a breach

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April 10, 2013

Doctors have tools to avoid failing to diagnose patients

Part of being a doctor is diagnosing symptoms. Like everything else in life, some doctors are better diagnosticians than others. Sometimes a missed diagnosis isn’t a big deal, but other times, a missed diagnosis can be life or death. Especially when it comes to quickly processing diseases, like cancer or heart attack, failing to diagnose can directly result in a shortened life span.New York patients who have suffered because a doctor or physician missed a

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April 5, 2013

Women dies following surgeon error

A New York hospital and three surgeons all face legal trouble following the death of a female patients. The woman died from an accidental cut made during surgery. The lawsuit alleges a veritable comedy of errors, with doctor’s making mistake after mistake. In instances like this, a New York surgical error attorney can help guide the victim or family of the victim through the legal process.The 44-year-old woman went to the hospital for a standard

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March 25, 2013

Doctors uses threat to convince mother to schedule C-section

All expecting parents hope and pray for a safe delivery and healthy baby. Although there are known risks and consequences, families trust doctors to take good care of them. If a doctor or hospital acts negligently and causes an injury the child or mother, parents may need to consider speaking with a New York birth injury lawyer.Parents should understand that doctors have a responsibility to maintain a certain standard of care and that standard includes

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March 18, 2013

Refusal to perform CPR, is it negligence?

Many times families must make the difficult choice to place a loved on in a nursing home because the family can no longer provide the necessary care and medical attention that the resident needs. Families trust these facilities and staff members but are also hypersensitive to signs of abuse and signs of neglect. If a resident is injured because of abuse or neglect, a New York nursing home negligence lawyer may be able to provide

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March 11, 2013

Family members play a role in nursing home safety

The decision to place an elderly family member in a nursing home is a difficult once. Families think long and hard about what facility to use and trust to care for their loved one. The planning and research is critical because no one wants a family member to suffer abuse or neglect at the hands of another. If a patient or resident is injured because of abuse or neglect, it is critical to contact a

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March 4, 2013

Unnecessary tests and procedures can be risky to newborns

The news of a newborn baby is one to celebrate. Unfortunately, this news can sometimes be overshadowed by complications during labor and delivery. Complications may be quickly remedied, producing a healthy baby and mom. Other times, complications can be devastating, leading to life-long injuries and disabilities for the child.If these injuries are a result of the negligence of a doctor or hospital, the parents may be able to recover from the negligent party. Life-long injuries

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February 25, 2013
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