Surgery is dangerous for a variety of reasons. Some people have bad reactions to anesthesia. Any cut in the body increases someone's risk of infection. People can have unusual side effects or struggle to physically heal from surgery. There is also the possibility that...
Harrisburg Medical Malpractice Blog
Birth trauma and injury to infants
Throughout human history, childbirth has been dangerous to mother and child, and it remains so today, even with modern medicine. According to UNICEF, a pregnant woman or newborn somewhere in the world dies every 11 seconds, mostly due to preventable causes. And these...
Doctors interrupt patients after just 11 seconds
When someone initially goes to the doctor, they may have been thinking about their health condition for days, weeks or even months. They may have spent time trying to figure out what was wrong on their own. They may have asked other family members and friends. In...
Can a Pennsylvania doctor’s apology be used against them?
You may have heard that a number of states have enacted medical “apology laws.” These are laws that limit the use of doctor’s expressions of sympathy, regret or even outright apologies for negligence or error if a patient or surviving family members bring a...
What is pharmacy malpractice?
When it comes to your health and well-being, the role of a pharmacist is pivotal. They're responsible for providing the correct medications and ensuring the safety of their patients. A minor error, which may seem insignificant at the time, can lead to catastrophic...
What are the reasons for cancer misdiagnosis?
Cancer is many people’s biggest nightmare. Hearing you have cancer can cause you stress, fear and worry about the future. Medical conditions like cancer must be diagnosed and treated quickly, since the faster a diagnosis is given, the faster treatment can begin....
The impact of staffing shortages on medical errors
It’s certainly no secret that there is a crisis in the healthcare industry. Hospitals, nursing homes and medical practices are struggling to find direct care staff across the United States. Unfortunately, the lack of adequate staffing is causing harm to patients. Why...
In a car accident? Here’s what to do
A single motorist may experience just a few accidents on average over their lifetime. Every day, thousands of vehicle accidents occur. A car collision may happen quickly and unexpectedly. Many motorists are not aware of what to do next. Here’s what you may need to...
Which Pennsylvania counties see the most car accidents?
Despite multiple public safety initiatives, Pennsylvania continues to see its fair share of injurious and fatal accidents. In fact, according to 2021’s statistics, 191 people were injured in car accidents each day in our state, and three people were killed each day....
How to protect yourself from dog bites?
Dog bites can seriously affect your health and cause severe medical bills. Dog bites can happen from strays and dogs you’ve previously had interactions with before. This kind of personal injury can happen suddenly and seemingly at the worst times. If you live in an...