Earlier this week, in a feature for "Mid-Day Maryland", on ABC's WMAR Channel 2 in Baltimore, I had the opportunity to sit down and discuss the importance of contacting a lawyer following a personal injury, even if you are not sure whether assistance is needed. Every… Read More
Diagnostic errors and medical misdiagnosis can have a substantial impact on the overall health of patients, yet a new report highlights how there has been very little research into steps that can be taken to prevent such errors during medical treatment. (more…) Read More
A recent report from the Institute of Medicine (IOM) warns that major changes need to be made in the U.S. healthcare industry in order to avoid a growing number of medical misdiagnosis cases, which are already a leading cause of malpractice lawsuits in the United States,… Read More
More than half of all emergency medical malpractice lawsuits are due to misdiagnosis, according to new research. (more…) Read More
The product liability lawyers at Saiontz & Kirk are investigating potential lawsuits for individuals who underwent spinal fusion at University of Maryland's Baltimore Washington Medical Center between 2007 and 2013, where "fake" or counterfeit parts may have been used as part of a potential fraud scheme… Read More
The findings of a recent study highlight the increased risks elderly individuals face from dehydration in nursing homes compared to those living at home, finding that nursing home residents may be 10 times more likely to be dehydrated when admitted to a hospital. This may increase… Read More
A recent report by National Public Radio highlights the continued over-use of antipsychotics at many nursing homes as a form chemical restraint for dementia residents, despite numerous warnings by the FDA and health experts about the risks associated with nursing home sedation using the drugs. (more…) Read More
A recent study highlights how infection problems in nursing homes throughout the U.S. have continued to increase in recent years, with viral hepatitis being the fastest growing category. However, with improved prevention measures, many of these nursing home infections could be avoided. (more…) Read More
Despite continuing campaigns to substantially reform the tort system, which misleadingly paint the picture that there are run-away jury verdicts throughout the country and settlements being paid by insurance companies for frivolous lawsuits, a new report highlights the fact that payments in medical malpractice claims actually… Read More
A new report highlights how many Maryland hospitals are not being upfront about the number of medical mistakes and preventable complications are occurring in the state, which may further increase the risk of harm for patients. (more…) Read More
