What is the statute of limitations for filing a podiatric malpractice lawsuit in New York?
A statute of limitations is a law that restricts the time during which you have a right to file a lawsuit in your state’s civil court system after suffering an injury or loss. These statutes differ in various states, and...
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Podiatric Malpractice Lawsuits Stemming from Misdiagnosis
When does misdiagnosis constitute podiatric malpractice?
Many cases of podiatric malpractice stem from a delayed or mistaken diagnosis of a foot or ankle condition. Although misdiagnosis itself is not considered a sustainable cause for a malpractice lawsuit, an erroneous diagnosis that leads to an absence of necessary treatment, a delay in such treatment, or...
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Death by Dentist: Malpractice Lawsuit — Teen Dies Following Wisdom Tooth Extraction
How can someone die during a simple wisdom tooth extraction?
It is hard to imagine the anguish of a family in Minnesota whose teenage daughter, Sydney Galleger, died in June 2015 as a result of what was supposed to be a routine extraction of her wisdom teeth. The family has filed a dental malpractice lawsuit...
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Avoiding Bad Dentists
Beyond the fact that many people are nervous about going to the dentist, all of us are aware that placing ourselves in the care of a dentist puts us in a vulnerable position. As with many professionals whose care we seek, we require trustworthiness as well as competence. This article is designed to guide...
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When Heel Pain Is Misdiagnosed
Why is heel pain often misdiagnosed?
Because plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain, podiatrists too frequently jump to the conclusion that any patient presenting with heel pain has this disorder. Mistakes, of course, are inevitable, and medical professionals are as prone to make them as the rest of us....
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Surgical Error vs. Podiatric Malpractice
How can you tell if your failed foot surgery constitutes a case of podiatric malpractice?
Unfortunately, stories of botched foot surgeries are all too common. It seems that too many people who undergo foot surgery have complications, experience a longer than predicted recovery period, or are dissatisfied with the results of the procedure. If you...
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Dentist May Have Infected nearly 600 Veterans with HIV and Hepatitis by Using Poor Hygiene
How did a single dentist in Wisconsin put almost 600 veterans at risk for HIV and Hepatitis?
Visiting the dentist is not normally considered a risky venture, but tell that to the 592 veterans who may have been infected with HIV, Hepatitis B or Hepatitis C when they were treated by a careless dentist at...
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Podiatric Malpractice Cases Increase during Recent Decades
Why has there been an increase in podiatric malpractice cases in recent years?
There has been a dramatic increase in the number of podiatric malpractice cases in the past 25 years. There are several reasons for this increase in litigation, including the rise in financial prosperity and the educational advancement of a large portion of...
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The Elements of Dental Malpractice
What must be proved when you sue a dentist for malpractice?
As in all cases of medical malpractice, the plaintiff must be able to prove that personal injury was suffered as a result of the practitioner's substandard care. Because of the complexities of proving dental malpractice to a judge or jury, if you have suffered...
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Lawsuit Accuses California Children’s Dental Group of Fraud, Medical Malpractice
What are the fraud and malpractice allegations against Children's Dental Group in Anaheim?
A recently filed lawsuit accuses California Children's Dental Group clinic in Anaheim, California of fraud and medical malpractice. This lawsuit comes less than 2 months after 57 children were treated for serious infections and abscesses in their mouths and necks after having...
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