New Jersey Jury Decides Talcum Powder did not Cause Woman’s Mesothelioma
Consumer products and devices are intended to help us live better lives. They serve of a variety of purposes, meet our needs, and in some cases, even make us sick. Unfortunately, everyday items that you can find in your local grocery store or pharmacy can cause serious harm if they are improperly made, contaminated, or if manufacturers fail to warn about their risks. There has been an ongoing legal battle across the United States regarding […]
read full articleThe Value of a Second Opinion
When you’re experiencing symptoms and are unsure of the cause, you seek help from a doctor assuming they will appropriately diagnose and treat your medical condition. Unfortunately, doctors make mistakes, even with years of specialized training and experience. In many cases, you won’t discover that your doctor made an error in diagnosis or treatment until you seek a second opinion. At this point, you may have already suffered serious, life-altering complications. To learn more about […]
read full articleWhat is Considered Medical Negligence?
If you are wondering about filing a medical malpractice lawsuit in New Jersey, you need to understand the term “medical negligence” and why it matters for your potential claim. Medical negligence is defined as an act or omission by a doctor, hospital, or other medical professional while providing care, that deviates from the standard course of treatment in the medical community, and results in injury to the patient. Defining Medical Negligence under New Jersey Medical Malpractice […]
read full articleMaternal Mortality: A Face Behind in the Numbers
Maternal mortality is a significant ongoing issue facing Americans. Although advances in medicine provide doctors with more effective tools for diagnosing and treating illness and disease, some of the simplest measures are falling through the cracks, and expectant mothers are often left to suffer the consequences. A recent investigation by USA Today found that thousands of women are suffering serious injuries and death during childbirth because of basic, yet vital safety practices that hospitals and […]
read full articleNJ Medical Malpractice Victim with Cognitive Impairments will Testify in Retrial
Proper administration and monitoring while under anesthesia is absolutely essential to prevent serious harm when a person undergoes surgery or another medical procedure. One recent case exemplifies just how much can go wrong when an anesthesiologist fails to address complications during surgery. In this New Jersey medical malpractice case, the victim was granted a retrial after a judge prevented him from testifying in the initial trial, deciding that his cognitive impairments were too prejudicial for the jury. In […]
read full articleMedical Malpractice Lawsuits against Pathologists
Pathology is a field of medicine that concentrates on the causes and effects of diseases. As a patient, you may or may not have direct interaction with a pathologist, but they can be extremely important when diagnosing the source of your symptoms. While pathologists can serve as a vital part of the diagnosis and treatment process, especially when dealing with worrisome symptoms, their mistakes can also mean the difference between life and death. Let’s take a […]
read full articleThe Most Common Radiology Errors
Radiologists are required to participate in a minimum of 13 years of training. Although extensive knowledge and experience are vital to physicians who specialize in radiology, they make mistakes just like other doctors and healthcare providers. A study published in the medical journal Radiology found that among 8,401 radiologists across 47 states, 31 percent faced at least one medical malpractice lawsuit during their time in practice. Let’s take a closer look at what research shows about […]
read full articleThe Most Commonly Misdiagnosed Cancers
Some of the most dangerous cancers are also the most frequently misdiagnosed in the US You may have heard the phrase “early detection saves lives.” In terms of cancer diagnosis and treatment, this could not be more true. If cancer is diagnosed in its early stages, patients are able to begin treatment sooner and to significantly improve their chances for survival. Although hard to imagine, cancer misdiagnosis and missed diagnosis occur with astounding frequency in […]
read full articleFalls in the Emergency Room
When you seek treatment for a medical condition at an emergency room, the last thing you expect is to sustain a new injury. Although ironic, falls in the emergency room are extremely common in New Jersey and across the United States. An adult falls in the emergency room every 15 seconds. Every 29 seconds, an adult dies from a fall in the emergency department. It is estimated that between 700,000 and 1 million people fall […]
read full articleFronzuto Law Group Recovers $1.9 Million in NJ Prenatal Care Negligence Case
Attorneys for Negligent Prenatal Care in New Jersey The medical malpractice team at Fronzuto Law Group, LLC. recently recovered $1.9 million on behalf of a woman who suffered permanent injuries resulting from negligent prenatal care in New Jersey. The plaintiff in this case received obstetrical and gynecological care from the same medical group for her first and second pregnancies. She delivered her first child via C-section in Morristown, NJ after she was identified as having […]
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