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The attorneys of the Mellino Robenalt, LLC work hard to share legal expertise with the community. Bringing you the most up-to-date information on surgical errors, medical injuries to children, and other medical malpractice issues is of upmost importance. We specialize in these types of cases, and regularly share our legal research to keep you informed.
Posted on: Monday, April 30th, 2012
If negligence from your doctor has resulted in injury on your part, you have rights. Medical malpractice is common, with millions of people affected in some way every year. Malpractice can happen in many ways: surgical errors; prescription errors; and the failure to diagnose a condition are just a few examples. If you believe you are a victim, you should contact a medical malpractice attorney. Your medical malpractice attorney can help you seek damages for your injuries by proving that the medical professional did not meet standards of care. A medical malpractice case can be very difficult to win because [...]
Posted on: Monday, April 30th, 2012
Many people are nervous about seeing the dentist but, considering this, dentists are generally competent in doing their job and make their patients comfortable. Sometimes however, dentists (like any healthcare practitioner) can make a mistake and fail to provide a patient with the acceptable standard of care. Dental medical malpractice isn’t uncommon and if it’s happened to you, compensation may be available. Recent studies have shown that the health of the teeth can affect the health of the entire body. It’s possible then that a negligent act on the part of a dentist can have some serious and lasting consequences for [...]
Posted on: Monday, April 30th, 2012
For some reason, politicians in Florida want to stick it to medical malpractice patients. They want to pass a bill limiting doctor liability. If you have ever been the victim of medical malpractice, you will know how passionate you have become about making sure the medical professionals who harmed you are held responsible. It becomes a quest for many patients that have been victims of medical malpractice, and they hope what happened to them will never happen to someone else. If the Florida Legislature gets its way, holding doctors accountable for medical malpractice will become a virtual impossibility. This is [...]
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Posted on: Sunday, April 29th, 2012
If you were harmed by a doctor’s negligence, you may be entitled to collect damages in an Ohio medical malpractice suit. To better your chances of having a successful case, there are a few things you should avoid doing. While you may be upset with the doctor and medical staff whose mistakes lead to your injury, don’t confront them about it until you’ve spoken with an attorney. Losing your temper with healthcare workers won’t do any good, and could even harm your case. Exercise self-control when it comes to disclosing your plans to file a claim. When you suspect malpractice limit your disclosure [...]
Posted on: Saturday, April 28th, 2012
If you’ve been injured or made sick because of a doctor’s mistake, you might be entitled to compensation through a claim. Your first step is seeking out an Ohio personal injury attorney. Hiring an attorney is a big step, and one that you should put time and research into. All lawyers are not the same; some will do a better job than others when representing you in a malpractice case. There are a few things to consider when hiring a medical malpractice attorney: check with your local bar association to see if an attorney is properly licensed and has a good record of [...]
Posted on: Saturday, April 28th, 2012
Experiencing a case of medical malpractice in Ohiocan be scary. Taking legal action against the negligent doctor can seem even more daunting if you do not know what to expect. Laws vary differ by state, but you generally can expect certain things to take place when you hire a medical malpractice attorney and pursue a claim. Medical Malpractice Claim Expectations The following is a list of general things you should prepare yourself for. As the plaintiff, you and your attorney will be responsible for providing the proof that medical malpractice has occurred; You may have to wait months or years for a [...]
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Posted on: Friday, April 27th, 2012
In Cleveland, medical malpractice cases don’t always point the finger at the doctor. Many times nurses, assistants and even the hospital face severe consequences for the pain and suffering that the victim has sustained. These mistakes are costly and financially burdensome, which is why patients sometimes decide to sue a hospital for negligence to stay afloat financially. You not only can prevent facing the physical and emotional consequences of medical mistakes, but also avoid having to deal with filing a medical malpractice claim by following these 5 tips. Verify awards. You can find the various awards a hospital has received on [...]
Posted on: Friday, April 27th, 2012
Visiting the doctor isn’t always a pleasant experience, especially if you already don’t feel well. However, 1 key way to prevent medical malpractice in Rocky river and elsewhere is keeping an open line of communication with your physician. Talking with your doctor may seem intimidating or confusing but with these tips you can work toward a better relationship. Follow these tips when you go to visit your doctor and you can feel secure that you did your part to prevent medical malpractice. Be prepared – write down your symptoms, questions and concerns and bring them with you to your appointment. In the same notebook write [...]
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Posted on: Friday, April 27th, 2012
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health issue that many victims of severe medical malpractice cases may face. Once diagnosed, patients are usually treated for this psychological disorder with a combination of psychological therapy and anti-depressant and anxiety medications. However, some patients find that there are other helpful, non-traditional therapies in addition to their regular treatment, including yoga. Yoga has many stress-relieving elements, including breathing, stretching and relaxation exercises that have shown to help alleviate the symptoms of the anxiety and depression that often accompany PTSD. Other symptoms of this condition may include trouble sleeping, loss of concentration, anger, detachment, [...]
Posted on: Friday, April 27th, 2012
If you or a loved one has been the victim of medical malpractice in Ohio, you’re not alone. According to the New York Times, ongoing studies show thathospitals have a long way to go before they are thorough enough at reporting and addressing adverse events and physician error. Medical malpractice can happen when a physician makes an error when treating a patient. Sometimes these errors lead to harm of the patient and the negative outcome is called an “adverse event.” These events can range from incorrect prescriptions, surgical mishaps, misdiagnoses, patient neglect, bedsores, infections and more, including errors that even lead [...]
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