In some cases, a patient may require strong pain medications after surgery or to provide relief from chronic pain. When a podiatrist or other physician prescribes pain medication, there is a chance that the patient could become addicted to pain medication.
Large pharmaceutical companies urged doctors to help their patients by...
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Month: June 2019
MRSA Infections and Medical Malpractice
Can I sue the hospital if I contract a MRSA infection?
MRSA, which stands for methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, is a type of infection that can be acquired by those who undergo surgery or stay in the hospital. A MRSA infection can be quite serious as this type of infection is resistant to many...
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Determining Damages in New York Medical Malpractice Cases
Medical providers can make mistakes and errors that result in traumatic injuries and life-threatening conditions. When a doctor, hospital, nurse, or other medical provider is negligent or breaches the duty of care owed to a patient, that medical provider may be held liable for damages in a medical malpractice claim. Proving malpractice...
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