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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: Sunday, October 28th, 2012
Caps on non-economic damages in medical malpractice cases are being struck down slowly, but surely in various states. “Missouri’s Supreme Court has recently ruled that the cap on pain and suffering damages in a medical malpractice case, which is set at $350,000, is unconstitutional, as it deprives patients/victims of their right to a trial by jury. It’s about time rulings like this are being handed down,” added Christopher Mellino, a Cleveland medical malpractice lawyer of Mellino Robenalt LLC, in Ohio. “For those who strongly believe in constitutional rights, this decision is welcomed with open arms.” The Court’s opinion included a [...]
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Posted on: Friday, October 26th, 2012
The law firm of Mellino Robenalt is now investigating issues with the Stryker Rejuvenate Hip Replacement Device. This device may be linked to an increased risk of metallosis due to the metal-on-metal components within the device. Thus, according to several reports, the Stryker Rejuvenate Hip Implant Device is linked to high early failure rates, resulting in some patients having revision surgery to replace their hip replacement device. If you or a loved one has suffered as a result of the Stryker Rejuvenate Hip Replacement Device, please call us today for a free consultation. Contact a Cleveland Medical Malpractice Attorney. Don’t [...]
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Posted on: Wednesday, October 24th, 2012
In the meningitis outbreak, the NECC shipped steroids linked to the outbreak even before receiving required reports from an outside lab that tested them for safety in violation of the guidelines established by the industry, according to a recent article in the Wall Street Journal. In addition, Massachusetts state officials found “visible particulate black matter” in vials of the drug that have been recalled. Testing by the FDA later determined that the black matter was determined to be a fungal contaminant. These blatant violations of safety standards by NECC were released by officials from the State of Massachusetts yesterday and [...]
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Posted on: Sunday, July 15th, 2012
Hospital surgery does always work out the way you would like it to, but that does not necessarily mean you are a victim of medical malpractice. Not everyone is going to be thrilled with the outcome of a medical event. Perhaps they needed gallbladder surgery, a broken arm reset, an angiogram or cancer surgery. All medical procedures come with a certain level of risk for the patient, and in most instances, they are fully aware of what those risks are in having the procedure done, just as they are aware of what may happen if they do not have it [...]
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Posted on: Saturday, June 30th, 2012
Many hospital and healthcare workers are faced with long hours and shifts at unconventional times of the day. This can affect nurses who are treating patients in hospitals, and could lead to nurse errors and medical malpractice injuries. How Can Sleep Deprivation Cause Nurse Errors? Many nurses work 12-hour shifts and may go without sleep for as long as 24 hours to adjust to their schedules. Their circadian rhythms can be thrown off, resulting in a disruption of the body’s clock. Nurses who fall into these patterns may experience: extreme tiredness; inability to cope with stressful situations; decreased reactions or [...]
Posted on: Friday, June 29th, 2012
If a truck driver texts before a truck accident, you may be entitled to compensation for your personal injuries resulting from that accident. You will, however, need a Cleveland truck accident attorney to argue your claim. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, truck drivers who text and drive are violating a federal law that’s been in effect for over a year. This means that if your lawyer can prove that the truck driver was texting, they could face: civil penalties; fines; and any proceeding lawsuits made against the truck driver or truck company. People who text while driving [...]
Tags: Truck Accidents
Posted on: Friday, June 29th, 2012
Looking up to see if there has been malpractice claims filed against a doctor can be beneficial in two ways. It can prevent you from becoming the victim of medical malpractice and it can be used as evidence in another lawsuit for medical negligence, which is something aLouisville medical malpractice lawyer can help you with. The first is to look up and contact the state medical board in which the doctor in question is certified. Most state medical boards have an online presence, which makes searching for claims filed against medical professionals easy and accessible; however, you may also choose [...]
Posted on: Monday, June 25th, 2012
In the state of Ohio, a reform bill was passed in 2002 that put a cap on the compensation that people can recover for their injuries through a medical malpractice claim settlement; however, it only refers to non-economic damages. With a Cleveland medical malpractice attorney on your side, you can trust that you will get the right answers and the legal representation you need to recover from the losses you have endured because of another’s negligence. The compensation limits imposed refer to the following non-economic damages: pain and suffering; permanent disfigurement; loss of consortium; and disability. There may be other [...]
Posted on: Friday, June 22nd, 2012
It’s dangerous out there on the road. There are many potential causes of auto accidents, so being vigilant while driving can help keep you and others safe. Learn the top five causes of a truck accident to help you prevent the many types of truck accidents that could occur. Making a left turn in front of a truck — A driver may underestimate the truck’s speed and make a left turn in front of the truck, causing it stop suddenly. This can cause the vehicle behind the truck to under ride, or the truck to jackknife. Pulling out in front [...]
Tags: Truck Accidents
Posted on: Tuesday, June 19th, 2012
If you experienced medical malpractice, it can wreak havoc on your life. Not only do you have to deal with the resulting injury and harm (and the subsequent medical bills), but you likely have to spend time away from work, thus losing financial support for you and your family. It may even have a greater effect on your life, rendering you unable to perform tasks you could have done previously, and seriously decreasing your quality of life. It is for these reasons that many people choose to file a medical malpractice claim with the help of a qualified Cleveland medical [...]
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