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  • Ernest P. Fronzuto to Discuss Medical Malpractice Litigation at NJSBA’s 2026 Tort Law Conference

    Oct 2, 2026

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WOODLAND PARK, N.J., October 1, 2026 — Ernest P. Fronzuto, Esq., founder and managing partner of Fronzuto Law Group, will speak on medical malpractice litigation at the New Jersey State Bar Association’s Tort Law Conference 2026 on Thursday, October 8. Fronzuto will present with Michael R. Ricciardulli, Esq., in a session titled “Key Problems in Medical Malpractice Cases: Plaintiff and Defense.” “Medical malpractice litigation demands careful work on both the medicine and...
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  • What New Research Reveals About Birth-Related Health Challenges in New Jersey

    Oct 2, 2026

    When you are expecting a baby, you rely on prenatal visits, testing, and your medical team to watch for signs that your pregnancy may require closer attention. If your baby is born prematurely, has a low birth weight, or experiences complications during labor or delivery, you may later find yourself wondering whether there were warning signs and whether anything could have been done differently. Those questions cannot be answered by statistics alone. But new research...
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  • Sent Home From the ER and Got Worse: When Is It Medical Malpractice in NJ?

    Sep 30, 2026

    You went to the emergency room because something felt seriously wrong. A doctor examined you, tests may have been performed, and eventually you were told you could go home. But instead of getting better, you got worse. Maybe your pain became more severe. Maybe you developed new symptoms, returned to the hospital hours or days later, and learned that your condition was more serious than anyone initially realized. When that happens, it is reasonable to...
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  • 19 of the 20 Highest-Risk U.S. Counties for Births Are in the South, New Study Finds

    Sep 28, 2026

    September 28, 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WOODLAND PARK, NJ – Fronzuto Law Group analyzed data from the CDC and found that birth-related health challenges are heavily concentrated in the American South, home to 19 of the 20 U.S. counties where mothers and babies face the greatest risks during pregnancy and delivery. The study scores 362 counties on a custom composite index built from CDC WONDER natality data for 2020 through 2024, drawing on four indicators:...
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  • AI in New Jersey Hospitals: Who Is Responsible When Technology Contributes to a Medical Error?

    Aug 27, 2026

    Artificial intelligence is no longer something patients encounter only outside the doctor's office. New Jersey hospitals and healthcare systems are increasingly using AI-enabled tools to help identify patients whose conditions are worsening, analyze medical information, support clinical decisions, and guide patients toward appropriate care. For patients, that raises a new question when something goes wrong: If a doctor or hospital relied on AI as part of your care, who is responsible for the medical decision?...
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  • Your Test Results Were Abnormal, but No One Called. Is That Medical Malpractice in NJ?

    Jul 31, 2026

    When you have blood work, imaging, a biopsy, or another medical test, you expect that someone will tell you if the results show something concerning. You may assume that no news means there is nothing serious to worry about. Then, weeks or months later, you learn that the original result was abnormal. Maybe another doctor finds it while reviewing your chart. Maybe you discover it after your symptoms get worse. Or perhaps a later diagnosis...
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  • Post-Surgery Complications in New Jersey: When a Bad Outcome May Point to Surgical Malpractice

    Jun 26, 2026

    Surgery always carries some level of risk. Even when a procedure is necessary and performed by a qualified medical professional, complications can happen. A patient can experience pain, infection, bleeding, delayed healing, or a longer recovery than expected. But there is a significant difference between a known surgical risk and a preventable medical error. If you or someone you love suffered serious harm after surgery in New Jersey, you may be wondering whether the outcome...
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  • What Is an Affidavit of Merit in a New Jersey Medical Malpractice Case?

    May 27, 2026

    When you or someone you love has been seriously harmed during medical care, it can be difficult to know where to begin. You may be trying to understand what happened, request medical records, speak with another doctor, or determine whether the harm could have been prevented. In New Jersey, a medical malpractice case requires more than proof that a patient was injured. These claims depend on whether a doctor, hospital, or other healthcare provider failed...
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  • How Medical Experts Prove Negligence in New Jersey: What Families Need to Know Before Filing a Malpractice Claim

    Apr 20, 2026

    When you suspect that a doctor, hospital, or other medical provider caused serious harm to you or your child, one of the first questions you may ask is simple: how do we actually prove it? In New Jersey medical malpractice cases, the answer often begins with medical experts. These cases are rarely resolved on suspicion alone. They are built on medical records, timelines, careful analysis, and qualified expert testimony that helps explain what should have...
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  • How to Get Your Medical Records in New Jersey If You Suspect Medical Malpractice

    Mar 27, 2026

    When something about your medical care does not sit right, one of the first things you want is a clear answer. Maybe your symptoms were dismissed. Maybe a diagnosis came too late. Maybe your child suffered a serious injury during birth, or your loved one got worse after a hospital stay when no one seems willing to explain why. In moments like these, medical records can become one of the most useful sources of information...
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