Harrisburg Medical Malpractice Blog
Deer season can spell danger for drivers
Changing leaves, earlier sunsets, and crisp autumn air are all classic signs that the fall season is now upon us. Another sign of autumn is an increase in deer sightings along roadways. While it might be exciting to spot a deer on a walk through the woods, it is...
Going in for surgery soon? Be aware of these common mistakes
Many Harrisburg area residents will need surgery at some point in their lives. Whether the surgery is scheduled or an emergency, a patient should be able to trust their surgeon. Surgeons have years of education and training and a patient should feel confident in their...
Reducing medical errors and the role of artificial intelligence
Even the healthiest individuals need to seek medical care. The idea of going to a doctor may not be appealing; nonetheless, it is a step that one needs to take to ensure they are healthy, have an injury treated or an ailment diagnosed. However, some patients in...
How can I afford an attorney for my personal injury claim?
When you’ve suffered a serious injury as the result of someone else’s negligence, it can be difficult to know where to turn. You are likely facing a long road to recovery with significant medical expenses. The last thing on your mind may be hiring an attorney. After...
How serious is medical misdiagnosis?
Medical misdiagnosis can cause serious harm to victims and their families who have entrusted their medical care and treatment to medical professionals. Medical malpractice can take a variety of different forms including misdiagnosis which can cause victims to suffer...
Hypoxia is a traumatic birth-related condition
Injuries to the brain can be sustained in many different ways, but some individuals are affected by brain damage even before they are born. Certain conditions can affect the health of an unborn child and result in serious complication and even death if they go...
Man falls 10 stories in runaway elevator
A young man who was at a Philadelphia construction site recently had to be rescued and taken to a nearby hospital after he fell 10 floors. The man was traveling in an elevator at the time of the accident. Apparently, one of the elevator’s cables broke suddenly,...
Medical negligence can lead to medication errors
Medical malpractice can occur at nearly every stage of the process from initial diagnosis through medical care to treatment. Often, when medication is necessary, negligence can lead to unnecessary complications, worsening conditions and death. Physicians and...
What elements need to be proven in a medical malpractice case?
When Pennsylvania residents go to a medical treatment provider, they expect to receive the very best of care. However, the unfortunate reality is that isn’t always what happens. Medical malpractice is prevalent in America and each year leaves thousands of people in a...
Care at campus health care facilities is often lacking
College students in the Harrisburg and Philadelphia areas will soon be heading back to school, but late nights and close quarters in dorms are breeding grounds for illnesses. When a student is sick, their first stop is usually the college’s medical center. However,...
