Millions of Americans with diabetes rely on insulin pumps to manage their health. But what if these medical devices do not work right? Malfunctioning pumps can be scary and lead to severe health and legal problems. Defective equipment can cause more harm Medical...
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Can defective drugs make you sicker?
When you take medication, you trust it will help you feel better. Unfortunately, defective drugs can cause more harm than good. Understanding the risks involved with these medications and acting on them if they are faulty is essential. The dangerous effects of faulty...
Why bedsores are indicative of neglect
If you or a loved one had an extended stay at a nursing home, step-down unit or other long-term care facility, one serious problem you might have encountered is bedsores. Also known by the medical term decubitus ulcers, a serious bedsore is a harbinger of caregiver...
What medical errors can cause paralysis?
Paralysis can result from varying injuries or health conditions that damage the nerves. Sometimes, traumatic brain injuries and spinal cord problems include it as a symptom. Other times, it could be a side effect of medical procedures that go wrong. Medical errors can...
Sound-alike and look-alike drugs pose dangers to patients
Pharmacy errors can lead to absolutely terrifying medical emergencies and leave patients with untold harm – and one of the most concerning issues is the danger posed by “sound-alike” and “look-alike” drugs. Many medications can have similar-sounding names, and a...
Common birth injuries caused by doctor negligence
Birth injuries can be traumatic for families, especially when they are the result of medical malpractice. When healthcare providers fail to uphold standard care levels, their negligence can lead to severe and sometimes lifelong complications for the newborn. Below are...
Practical steps you can take as a victim of medical malpractice
When you go to the doctor, the last thing you expect is for your care team to act in a way that makes your condition worse. Unfortunately, in a minority of cases, this is precisely what happens. A doctor might make a mistake in diagnosing you or administer an...
Why Americans can’t always trust the medical device recall system
When it comes to the recall of unsafe products, you would think that government regulators would be more stringent about getting defective or dangerous medical devices off the market than just about any other type of item. A recent article published in the Health...
Mckeen & Associates Wins Historic $120 Million in Case Against Henry Ford Hospital
PRESS RELEASE DETROIT – March 29, 2024– McKeen & Associates attorneys Brian McKeen and John LaParl, along with a Michigan Health and Human Service attorney, won a jury verdict in Wayne County Circuit Court yesterday for $120 million on behalf of a boy who suffered...
4 types of patient injuries caused by defective medical devices
Medical devices can play a major role in helping keep patients healthy and improving their quality of life. However, when these devices are defective, they can cause harm and result in various types of patient injuries. When this happens, it can lead to patient...