What is an otolaryngologist? These professionals are trained in the medical and surgical management and treatment of patients with diseases and disorders of the ear, nose, throat, and related structures
A Kentucky appellate court has overturned the lower court’s dismissal of a stroke patient’s lawsuit against a radiologist and hospital. The plaintiff’s rheumatologist diagnosed him with systemic vasculitis and referred
Pharmacology expert witness Laura Plunkett testified in the Los Angeles Superior Court case against Johnson & Johnson regarding the link between talcum powder and ovarian cancer. Lead plaintiff Eva Echeverria
In the news, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit has decided that while the lower court dismissed the case, a lawsuit accusing DePuy Orthopaedics of marketing faulty
Traditional surgery involves the exposure of abdominal and pelvic organs through a single large incision. This approach, known as open laparotomy, affords a wide-open view of abdominal contents. Open laparotomy
Every attorney wants a “strong” case, but strength is a term that is difficult to quantify since it has several subjective variables. All attorneys agree that the elements of negligence
Emergency room treatment is exacting and fast-paced. When treatment deviates from the medical standard of care, errors may lead to serious or fatal injuries. Three of the most common errors
The American Academy of Neurology has released the results of a preliminary study on repeated head injuries of former NFL players. The results were released on February 19, 2017, and
Attorneys often struggle when analyzing a claimant whose issues span multiple medical and surgical specialties. For example, say that a 65-year-old woman fractured her hip, and then developed a stroke,
Hand surgery cases are complex and mistakes during litigation are costly. Before reaching out to a Hand Surgery medical expert witness, take time to consider these 5 pearls that are
Few forensic endeavors raise more questions and intrigue than exhumation autopsy. In nearly all societies and throughout the millennia, the grave is sacrosanct. Protected by both cultural norms and statute,
The Florida Supreme Court has ruled on the Daubert standard regarding admissibility of expert testimony. 2013 changes to the Florida Evidence Code put Daubert into effect. Used in federal courts
A Boston jury has determined that a spine surgeon, did not cause his patient’s quadriplegia following surgery in 2012. The surgeon, Chief of orthopedic spine service, performed two complicated surgeries
Timing is everything, and a detailed timeline is the first step in analyzing any time-sensitive medical negligence case. Time-sensitive cases are those that allege harm due to delayed diagnosis or
Obtaining an independent medical examination is crucial to any legal case involving injuries or alleged medical malpractice. When a patient believes he or she has sustained critical injuries at the
