Agreeing to undergo surgery can be scary. People worry they will be harmed or killed. Surgery is necessary though in many circumstances and oftentimes improves lives dramatically. Surgery done correctly and with care is generally felt to be safe. There are risks,...
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Wrong-site surgery? You may have a claim
Surgery itself can be scary. Though it is meant to help you, sometimes it doesn't go as planned. Medical professionals may make a mistake, including performing the surgery on the wrong side of your body. If this happened to you, you likely had to endure an...
The wrong injection can significantly impact your health
When you go to a doctor or a hospital for your usual injections, you expect it to go as planned. It should be a quick process, without any complications. Unfortunately, a nurse may grab the wrong medication. Instead of the steroid you expect, you receive an...
What Is A Private “Nonprofit” Hospital?
In a recent letter to the editor of the New York Times, a physician at Bellevue Hospital and clinical professor of medicine at NYU, Danielle Ofri, addressed this issue.Hospitals in the US fall into three financial categories: 1) private hospitals (responsible to...
Types of negligence that can be exhibited by hospitals
If you or a loved one has recently spent time in the hospital, you likely felt that you could trust the expertise of hospital staff to carry out appropriate procedures and deliver sufficient care. All patients have a right to expect that they will receive good care at...
Has medical malpractice affected your family?
Medical malpractice is a real problem that can affect anyone. Malpractice can be anything from neglecting a patient to making a serious surgical error. At the end of the day, the error may lead to serious injuries or death, which is why families need to know their...
HPC Named One Of Best Law Firms® Regionally for 2020
We are pleased to announce that Harris Powers & Cunningham PLLC has been regionally ranked in 2 practice areas by the U.S. News - Best Lawyers®. The "Best Law Firms" rankings are based on a rigorous evaluation process. Best Law Firms for Medical...
Injuries that are commonly associated with trucking accidents
Trucking accidents tend to be more serious than car accidents. This is usually because of the vehicle's size, speed and the impact that it can cause. Because of this, those who have been involved in truck accidents tend to suffer more catastrophic injuries.If you or a...
Hospitals may be liable for infections that patients contract
Something many hospitals struggle with is preventing patients from contracting infections. If a patient contracts an infection in a hospital, their health can worsen quickly.When a hospital stay results in an infection, it's not always clear who is legally liable. One...
Catastrophic injuries result in serious consequence
Catastrophic injuries, such as traumatic brain injuries and spinal injuries, cause dramatic changes in a person. After any kind of catastrophic injury, you may need significant help in your day-to-day life. You may no longer be able to walk, may struggle with...
