Blog: Medical Malpractice

Complete Guide to Medical Negligence Claims

Jul 27, 2020

Medical negligence claims and compensation can help with medical bills, recovery, and to ease the burden of pain and suffering/ Fighting for your rights after you’ve been injured can seem like an insurmountable challenge, but armed with the right information and the help of an experienced medical negligence lawyer, you can get the compensation you deserve. What is Medical Negligence? Medical negligence is the reasoning or lack of care behind them that may qualify. In short, negligence...

What is Foot Drop?

Sep 30, 2019

Foot drop is the inability to lift the front part of the foot due to weakness or paralysis of the muscles. Foot drop can lead to difficulty walking which can result in lifting the knees higher or swinging the leg from side to side to avoid toes dragging on the floor. Foot drop is not categorized as a disease, but rather an indicator of a neurological, muscular or anatomical issue. Causes of Foot Drop Foot drop can...

What is Caput Succedaneum and Cephalohematoma?

Sep 30, 2019

Caput succedaneum and cephalohematoma are both acute trauma injuries that occur to an infant’s head typically during the birthing process. Both of these conditions require a healthcare professional’s post-birth checkups and extended observation to ensure a larger issue hasn’t occurred. An infant is at a higher risk of developing caput succedaneum or cephalohematoma if there were medical devices used for extraction such as vacuums or forceps. Additionally, both are caused by extensive pressure on the...

Prenatal Care Malpractice: Causes of Prenatal Injuries and How to Prove Malpractice

Sep 30, 2019

The prenatal stage of pregnancy is when the fetus is in the developing stage in the mother’s womb. During a pregnancy, frequent visits to the doctor are routine to ensure the mother and baby’s safety. As the mother gets closer to labor, the frequency of the doctor visits will increase. If any abnormalities in the mother or baby are discovered, the healthcare professional will need to treat the mother properly and efficiently to protect the...

Common Questions Regarding Birth Injuries

Sep 30, 2019

A birth injury is trauma that a baby endures before, during or shortly after childbirth. Birthing injuries range in severity and can improve over time or result in lifelong disabilities. If a birthing injury was due to a medical professional’s negligence, a medical malpractice lawsuit could be filed to recover financial damages for current and future medical expenses. The purpose of a birth injury settlement is to provide the injured child’s family with the financial...

What Can Cause Cerebral Palsy at Birth?

Sep 30, 2019

Each year in the United States over 10,000 babies are diagnosed with cerebral palsy. Cerebral palsy is a congenial disorder that affects one’s motor skills and is due to abnormal brain development. Birthing injuries that can lead to cerebral palsy take place during pregnancy, labor and delivery if there is damage to an infant’s brain. A birth injury is an injury to an infant that takes place before, during or shortly after birth. According to...

How Long Do You Have to File a Birth Injury Lawsuit?

Sep 30, 2019

A birth injury is an injury to an infant that takes place during pregnancy, delivery or shortly after birth. In the United States, 7 out of 1,000 babies endure birth injuries. Birthing injuries can range from broken bones, injury to nerves and brain damage. The most common brain injury to occur during birth is due to oxygen deprivation. Contact a birth injury lawyer in Philadelphia at Anapol Weiss today for a free consultation. Statute of Limitations If...

How to Find the Right Medical Malpractice Lawyer

Apr 3, 2019

Medical malpractice affects thousands of families around the country each year. When physicians and other healthcare practitioners fail to exercise reasonable care while tending to patients, preventable injuries and deaths can occur. If you believe you or a family member has the right to file a medical malpractice claim in Pennsylvania, one of your first steps should be to find the right attorney to handle your case. Selecting the right Philadelphia medical malpractice attorney can...

Medical Malpractice Information Center

Feb 19, 2019

Medical errors are the third leading cause of death after heart disease and cancer. New research from John Hopkins study claims that more than 250,000 people die every year due to medical errors. Other reports suggest these numbers could be as high as 440,000. Medical malpractice laws are designed to protect a patients rights to compensation if they are injured as a result of medical negligence. Medical malpractice lawsuits can be extremely complex cases and tough...

[Study] Drug and Alcohol Abuse Among Healthcare Professionals in the U.S.

Jul 30, 2018

An Anapol Weiss analysis of National Practitioner Data Bank (NDPB) data has found nearly 100,000 disciplinary measures taken against U.S. healthcare professionals from 1999-2017. Substance abuse has long been a problem in our society – and the healthcare industry is no stranger to it. Doctors, nurses, and other professionals in the medical field have consistently seen high numbers of drug and alcohol abuse. A 2013 study in the Journal of Addiction Medicine stated that 69% of doctors...