Delayed diagnoses can harm patients, especially when time is crucial. In Philadelphia, where healthcare access remains relatively high, delays in diagnosing medical conditions still happen, and these delays can seriously affect your health. Whether delays stem from...
Medical Malpractice
What if your doctor ignored your symptoms and delayed care?
You knew something felt off — maybe you mentioned the same symptoms a few times or kept going back because nothing improved — but your doctor didn't seem concerned. Then suddenly, weeks or months later, you're dealing with a condition that should have been taken...
How delayed action during delivery can cause birth injuries
Medical staff must act quickly and carefully during childbirth. When they delay action during delivery, the baby and mother may suffer serious harm. If you or your baby experience birth injuries caused by slow or poor decision-making, you have the right to pursue a...
Could your doctor’s mistake be medical malpractice?
Have you ever wondered if your medical treatment was not up to par? Medical malpractice is a grave issue that affects thousands of patients each year. While not every negative outcome is due to negligence, it is important to recognize potential signs of malpractice....
Medication management: Understanding the standard of care
One of the key elements of a medical malpractice claim is a breach of standard of care. "Standard of care" here means how a skilled doctor or nurse should treat you in a given situation. It's the level of care you can reasonably expect from a competent healthcare...
Telemedicine risks and legal challenges
Telemedicine has become a convenient way for many in Pennsylvania to access healthcare. With a click of a button, you can consult with your doctor from the comfort of your home. This convenience, however, comes with new risks and legal challenges. Understanding...
How shoulder injuries at birth can lead to lawsuits
Shoulder injuries during birth can cause lasting harm. These injuries can result from improper medical techniques or negligence. They lead many families to seek legal action for the distress they cause. Understanding shoulder injuries at birth One common shoulder...
The link between medical malpractice and meconium aspiration
Medical malpractice cases can be devastating, especially when they involve newborns. One such case is meconium aspiration, a condition where a baby inhales a mixture of meconium and amniotic fluid into their lungs during or shortly after birth. New and expectant...
What to do when you receive a medical misdiagnosis
Receiving a medical misdiagnosis can be a distressing experience. In Pennsylvania, you have legal options to address the effects of this situation. It is important to stay informed about your rights and take appropriate steps to address the problem. Get a second...
When should people not have laser eye surgery?
Thanks to laser eye surgery, people who suffer from vision problems such as nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism have a possibility of correcting their vision. Laser surgery works by reshaping the cornea to change how light enters the eye and focuses on the...