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Study Finds Diagnostic Mistakes a Big Contributor to Malpractice Suits
Diagnostic errors are more than just a danger to patients or an ethical issue, they can also present a liability issue for physicians. Dana Siegal, RN, discussed this data as well as ways for the healthcare industry to evolve at the 2021 Working Together to Improve Diagnosis virtual conference hosted by the Iowa Healthcare Collaborative….
Philips Recalls Ventilators, Sleep Apnea Machines Due to Health Risks
Overview of Recall The recall includes millions of units of the Philips Bi-level Positive Airway Pressure (Bi-Level PAP), Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP), and mechanical ventilator devices. Most of these recalled devices are DreamStation products. Philips stated that the defect in the products was related to the polyester-based polyurethane (PE-PUR) sound abatement foam in the…
Peloton Recalls After Numerous Injuries, Faces Class Action Lawsuits
After 72 reports of adult users, children, pets and/or objects being pulled under the rear of the treadmill, Peloton recalled their Tread+ treadmill on May 5, 2021. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the treadmill has been linked to injuries including second-and third- degree abrasions, broken bones, and lacerations. In addition, a 6-year-old…
Proving a Defective Product Liability Claim
Proving a Defective Product Liability Claim Consumers have a basic right to safety. This right protects consumers from injuries caused by products, specifically when a consumer is using a product as it’s meant to be used. Manufacturers and companies that make products have a responsibility to ensure consumer safety, however sometimes they fail to uphold…
The Four Types of Mesothelioma
Our Maryland Mesothelioma Lawyers Discuss Mesothelioma Diagnosis A mesothelioma diagnosis poses serious challenges to you and your loved one. The many different kinds of mesothelioma can result in widely varying prognoses and treatment options, but you do not have to navigate this complicated world by yourself. The Law Office of Peter J. Angelos has extensive…
FDA Warns of Problems With Quality of Mammograms at Capitol Radiology, LLC
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is alerting patients who had mammograms at Capitol Radiology, LLC, doing business as Laurel Radiology Services, located in Laurel, Maryland, about possible problems with the quality of their mammograms taken on or after June 26, 2018. If you or someone you love had a mammogram at this facility…
3M Hit with $7.1M Verdict in Earplug MDL Bellwether Trial
3M was hit with a $7.1 million verdict by a Florida federal jury in the first bellwether trial of a multidistrict litigation consolidated trial involving 3M’s earplugs and their widespread impact on U.S. military personnel. The Verdict On April 30, three Army veterans were awarded $2.1 million each in punitive damages. The jury awarded another…
Three Kinds of Product Liability
Product liability is an area of law concerned with protecting consumers from inadequate or wreckless manufacturing practices, forcing companies to be extremely diligent when distributing a particular good. Product liability assumes “strict liability,” which means that the manufacturer is liable for injuries caused by a faulty product regardless of how careful the manufacturer acted in…
The Four D’s of Medical Malpractice
In medical malpractice, there are four conditions that must be met in order for the plaintiff to have a chance to win their suit. These four conditions are Duty, Dereliction, Damages, and Direct Causation. Each of these conditions has its own respective requirements and they encompass the entire breadth of your time with the physician,…
Springtime Poses Possible New Injury Risks
As the temperatures rise and the spring season sets in, it becomes increasingly difficult to fight the urge to get out of the house and enjoy outdoor activities. While the prospect of taking advantage of nice weather and getting fresh air seems harmless, it is important to be aware of your surroundings to avoid the…