People have their babies in hospitals because they’re supposedly a safe place. That isn’t always the case. Most people prefer to have their baby in a hospital, simply because they feel safer being right there where there is medical care on hand; doctors to help if there is a problem. And in most instances, things [...]

When the word despicable comes to mind, it may well encompass the rape of a 68-year-old nursing home patient. Nursing home abuse like this is outrageous. In this particular case that Charlie Donahue heard about, a 68-year-old nursing home resident was raped by a 46-year-old woman. The charges were indecent assault and battery and two [...]

Burns and scarring are not the only things that happen when someone is gravely injured in an accident. The mental trauma can be ferocious. “The kind of pain people who have been burned endure is beyond comprehension for most people. While many see the visible scars, what isn’t seen is the mental anguish and trauma [...]

A jury found for the plaintiff in this personal injury case. The award was $1.5 million for contracting HPV from a dentist. “Certainly, the truth can indeed be stranger than fiction and this is one instance where that is the case. I heard about this lawsuit thanks to another personal injury lawyer. It involves a [...]

Imagine one of your relatives being so doped up in a nursing home they don’t know who you are when you visit. Look for other signs of nursing home abuse immediately. When you make the decision to place a relative in a nursing home, you don’t do it just because you “can.” You do it [...]

I’m happy to report the settlement of another medical malpractice case. A most deserving client seriously and permanently injured by a medical doctor’s negligence will be set for life. Nobody wants to sue a doctor, but sometimes there is no choice. It’s not too much to ask any professional to do a good job, and [...]

Here’s a new one for you– Stevens Johnson Syndrome. This is a rare, but serious disorder affecting the skin. It is usually the result of an allergic reaction to medication. The typical culprits are anti-inflammatory drugs like NSAIDS, anticonvulsants like dilantin and tegretol, and antibiotics like levaquin. If you or someone you care about has [...]

There is a recall on many hernia mesh patches, which are potentially harmful and dangerous. If you’ve had a Kugel hernia mesh patch implant, you should talk with your physician. The FDA has issued a warning that patient should do so, particularly if they are experiencing stomach pain, fever, tenderness or unusual symptoms. I urge [...]