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...
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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...
Examples of defective medical equipment
Medical technology has advanced rapidly in recent decades. There are numerous devices that play a vital role in diagnostics, surgical procedures and ongoing healthcare. These devices save millions of lives. Unfortunately, even the most advanced technology is not...
Why staffing issues make nursing homes more dangerous
There are certain risks that come with living in a nursing home. Elderly individuals do suffer injuries. For instance, someone could be injured in a fall while trying to move from their room to the dining area. However, nursing home staff members are expected to take...
Doctors miss more heart attacks in women
Interestingly, studies have found that doctors are more likely to miss heart attacks when women are having them, as opposed to when men are experiencing them. In fact, some have gone so far as to say that there are “fundamental flaws” in the way that doctors look at...
What are the 4D’s of medical malpractice?
When you enter a hospital for treatment, you are likely aware that it’s impossible to guarantee that things will turn out exactly how you want. Yet, that does not mean you have to accept every instance of things failing to meet your hopes and expectations. For...
How has Lupron harmed some women?
Modern doctors have a vast range of drugs at their disposal. So, when someone walks in with a particular condition, they can often find something that they believe will help the person. Unfortunately, in some cases, certain drugs can do immense harm to some patients....
What is a uterine rupture?
A uterine rupture is a potentially life-threatening complication that can occur during labor and delivery. This condition involves the tearing of the uterine wall, which can pose significant risks to both the mother and the baby. Understanding how uterine ruptures...