Posted on March 29th, 2010
Tort-reform advocates were dealt another blow this past week when the new health-care bill (signed into effect by President Obama on Tuesday) did not include provisions to limit the amount of money doctors have to pay in medical malpractice lawsuits. Those who wish to see an overhaul of the tort laws say the bill does not help with the problem of high malpractice insurance costs for doctors.
If you would like to know more about medical malpractice claims or if you have been hurt by the negligent actions of a health-care professional, contact the New Jersey medical malpractice attorneys of Levinson Axelrod at 800-346-5529.
Posted on March 23rd, 2010
A Massachusetts dentist faces charges of making $130,000 in false Medicaid claims, illegally prescribing drugs, and using paperclips in root canals.
The 51-year-old former dentist practiced at Harbour Dental Care in the New Harbour Mall in Fall River, Massachusetts. He faces 13 charges in all, including counts of false Medicaid claims, larceny, illegally prescribing Class B and Class C substances, and assault. He allegedly used paper clips rather than the standard stainless steel posts to save money while performing root canals, causing serious pain and infections to patients.
If you or a loved one has been a victim of the negligent, careless, or malicious actions of a dentist or dental staff, contact the New Jersey dental malpractice lawyers of Levinson Axelrod at 800-346-5529.
Posted on March 19th, 2010
Six New Jersey women became seriously ill after receiving cosmetic injections with a black market substance that contained industrial silicone, the type found at hardware stores.
The woman underwent “butt-enhancement” surgery and later returned to the hospital with their rear-ends covered in abscesses and skin infections. Investigators are still trying to trace where the dangerous substances came from and who was responsible for their manufacture.
It is the responsibility of a plastic surgeon to ensure that your surgery goes safely and to take every effort to try to prevent any adverse side effects. If you or a loved one has been a victim of a botched surgery, contact the New Jersey surgical error lawyers of Levinson Axelrod at 800-346-5529.
Posted on March 10th, 2010
A 69-year-old patient at a behavioral health facility in New Jersey was found beaten to death in his room on Thursday evening at around 11:00 p.m. The man’s roommate, an 18-year-old patient was arrested and charged with murder. Hospital officials say that the incident is an isolated event and that they are committed to protecting the safety of their patients.
If someone you love has been hurt due to the negligent actions of a physician, nursing home staff, or other medical professional, you may be eligible to pursue legal action. For more information on behavioral health facility injuries and medical malpractice, contact the New Jersey medical malpractice attorneys of Levinson Axelrod at 800-346-5529 today.
Posted on March 5th, 2010
Politicians on both sides of the political divide are continuing to spar over healthcare reform, particularly whether or not tort reform is required. The decision could affect the ability of victims of medical malpractice to get adequate compensation following their injuries. If you or someone you love has been injured through medical care, the New Jersey medical malpractice attorneys of Levinson-Axelrod may be able to get you the money you need.
The healthcare debate is one of the most virulent in American politics today, with partisans on both sides fighting to reform the system. Some lawmakers have been fighting to place caps on the amount of money that can be awarded in medical malpractice cases, saying that these awards ultimately cost the taxpayers money. However, studies have shown that the damages in malpractice cases have little effect on the overall cost of healthcare.
If you or someone you love has been the victim of insufficient or negligent medical care, the New Jersey medical malpractice attorneys of Levinson-Axelrod may be able to help you get the compensation you need. Contact us today by calling 800-346-5529.
