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Elderly patient beaten to death at behavioral health facility

admin — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 15:40:20 +0000

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.

Politicians Continue to Spar Over Healthcare Reform

admin — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 23:30:15 +0000

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.

Medical Malpractice Insurers Keep Anti-Trust Exemption

admin — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 17:19:20 +0000

Insurers specializing in medical malpractice will be able to keep their anti-trust exemption following recent alterations to the Health Insurance Industry Fair Competition Act. The bill sought to protect consumers and promote fair competition when it comes to the business of health insurance, but did not make repeal exemptions for medical malpractice insurers.

For assistance with a medical malpractice claim, contact the New Jersey medical malpractice attorneys of Levinson Axelrod at 800-346-5529 today.

Medical Malpractice Insurers May Be Removed from Anti-Trust Exemption Bill

admin — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 19:15:20 +0000

A recent House bill regarding the elimination of anti-trust exemption for health insurers is currently being debated by House Democrats and Republicans and may see the removal of medical malpractice insurers from protection. The initial version of the bill was intended to provide more government oversight of medical malpractice insurers, but insurance lobbies and certain representatives have opposed their inclusion in the bill.

For assistance with a medical malpractice claim, contact the New Jersey medical malpractice attorneys of Levinson Axelrod at 800-346-5529 today.

Physical Therapy Medical Malpractice

admin — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 23:23:42 +0000

Medical malpractice is committed by more than just surgeons and physicians – anyone in the medical community can be guilty of it, including physical therapists. If you or someone you love has been the victim of negligent medical care, the New Jersey medical malpractice attorneys of Levinson-Axelrod may be able to help you get the financial recovery you deserve.

Patients suffering from a wide variety of ailments rely on physical therapists to help them recover. However, if they don’t receive quality care, they could face sustaining another injury. Errors in physical therapy can cause chronic pain and can prevent proper healing.

If you or someone you know has been injured because of insufficient physical therapy treatment, contact the New Jersey medical malpractice lawyers of Levinson-Axelrod today by calling 800-346-5529.

Emergency Room Errors on the Rise?

admin — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 17:02:46 +0000

Lawsuits have been filed against three US hospitals alleging that delayed treatment caused the deaths of two newborns and an adult woman. If you or someone you love has experienced negligent medical treatment, the New Jersey medical malpractice attorneys of Levinson-Axelrod may be able to help represent you in court.

These lawsuits are the latest in a series of cases alleging that patients have died after being essentially ignored in ER waiting rooms. In May, a $2 million settlement was achieved by the family of a woman who died on the floor of a New York Emergency Room after being left unattended for 24 hours. The suit brought widespread national attention to ER negligence after footage aired showing staff literally stepping over the woman as she lay dying on the floor.

If you or someone you love has been injured as the result of improper medical care, it’s your right to seek financial compensation. To learn more, contact the New Jersey medical malpractice lawyers of Levinson-Axelrod today by calling 800-346-5529 today.

Woman Sues: Medical Mistake Leads to Health Complications

admin — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 18:52:33 +0000

A poughkeepsie woman, filed a suit against Vassar brothers medical center and the surgeons she holds responsible for her disability. If you or someone you love has been injured by negligent medical care, the New Jersey medical malpractice lawyers of Levinson-Axelrod may be able to help you fight for what you deserve.

In 2003, a 46-year-old woman was re-admitted to the hospital six days after surgery. She had surgery on a perforated ulcer. When she was re-admitted, she had a ruptured ulcer. This caused brain damage, tooth loss, and the amputation of her thumb and part of two fingers. She is claiming that the hospital staff delayed giving her treatment.

If you have been injured because of negligent medical care, contact the New Jersey medical malpractice lawyers of Levinson-Axelrod by calling 800-346-5529.

Three Suits Filed For Emergency Room Deaths From Delays

admin — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 19:44:36 +0000

Three lawsuits have been filed at two different hospitals with the victim’s families alleging that the delay in the Emergency Room lead to the death of their loved ones. If you have been injured because of negligent medical care, the New Jersey medical malpractice lawyers of Levinson-Axelrod may be able to help.

Two of the suits were filed against the University Medical Center in Las Vegas. The woman claims that the hospital did not treat her while she was in labor, which caused the death of her newborn children.

The third lawsuit was filed against San Mateo County, California by a daughter who claims that no one in the hospital helped her dying mother, while she waited in the waiting room.

Experts have recommended many ways to decrease time in waiting rooms in Emergency Rooms to ensure a safer place for people in need of medical care.

If you or someone you love has been a victim of negligent medical care, contact the New Jersey medical malpractice lawyers of Levinson-Axelrod by calling 800-346-5529.

Family Awarded $20M in Medical Malpractice Suit

admin — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 15:45:24 +0000

The family of a woman who died in surgery, had been awarded $20 million by a jury in Alabama. If you or someone you love has been the victim of medical negligence, the New Jersey medical malpractice lawyers Levinson-Axelrod may be able to help you get the compensation you deserve.

The lawsuit was brought against Coastal Anesthesia, one doctor, and a nurse. The family alleges that the anesthesiologist and the doctor failed to see that the patient had risk factors for breathing fluid into her lungs. Once the patient was anesthetized, she began breathing bile into her lungs and died.

If you or someone you love has been injured or worse as a result of insufficient medical care, contact the New Jersey medical malpractice lawyers of Levinson-Axelrod by calling 800-346-5529.

Suit in Staten Island Says Gauze Was Left in Patient

admin — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:53:15 +0000

A piece of gauze that was left in a woman’s abdomen after surgery led to a suit against the Staten Island University Hospital. The surgery was eight years ago, but the patient says that she has only recently found out after viewing medical records. If you or someone you love has been the victim of medical negligence, the New Jersey medical malpractice lawyers of Levinson-Axelrod may be able to help you get the financial compensation you deserve.

The patient says that she had no idea that the doctors had left the gauze behind until viewing medical records that were obtained this year. She originally had surgery on her liver in 2000 when the gauze was left behind. Two weeks later, she was admitted with intra-abdominal abscess, an infection in the belly area. This is when the gauze was removed. The patient contends that the guaze left behind caused the infection.

If you or someone you love has been the victim of medical negligence, contact the medical malpractice lawyers of Levinson Axelrod by calling 800-346-5529 today.