The foot is one of the most overlooked parts of the human body. After all, how often do you think about your feet unless they hurt? The feet bear the load of the entire human form, getting us where we need to go and providing balance, stability, and function. However, the foot, especially the Achilles…
Read MoreBunion surgery is ideal for those who want to alleviate the pain and discomfort this common foot deformity brings. However, complications, protracted discomfort, or even the requirement for more corrective surgeries can result from a poorly managed recovery. Could you be the victim of medical malpractice? Why Recovery After Bunion Surgery Is Crucial A misaligned…
Read MoreGetting bunion surgery can be painful — but when it’s done correctly, it can change your life for the better. However, sometimes, things go wrong. Not every failed bunionectomy is caused by malpractice. Some failed surgeries of this type are the result of patient-related factors. In other cases, the surgeon may have overcorrected the problem…
Read MoreIf you’re a patient who had bunion surgery, only for it to fail, you may be wondering if you have any legal recourse against the podiatrist who botched your surgery. Lawrence M. Karam, P.C. is a firm dedicated to helping victims in New York’s Five Boroughs, Nassau, Suffolk, and Westchester counties recover compensation for their…
Read MoreAmong the most overlooked parts of the human body are your feet. Your feet carry your weight, propel you forward at a walk or a run, and help keep your body aligned. With everything your feet do daily, it is no wonder they can suffer painful and deforming conditions like bunions. Bunions are painful, bony…
Read MoreBunion surgery, while it may seem a welcome solution to the discomfort and deformity caused by bunions, sometimes results in failure. This failure may manifest relatively soon after the operation, leaving patients bewildered and dismayed. Unfortunately, it’s not uncommon for bunion surgeries to fail; in some cases, the failure may be the result of medical…
Read MoreThough often overlooked, foot health is a critical aspect of overall well-being. Most podiatrists, the healthcare professionals specializing in foot care, are highly skilled and provide excellent services. However, it is crucial to acknowledge that podiatric malpractice, though rare, can lead to catastrophic outcomes. In such unfortunate circumstances, an experienced podiatry malpractice attorney like Larry…
Read MoreHammertoes are common toe deformities, accounting for nearly 50 percent of all forefoot surgeries. Sadly, however, that does not mean hammertoe surgeries are smooth or painless procedures. As a matter of fact, at The Law Firm of Lawrence M. Karam, P.C. we have assisted many patients who suffered severe consequences as a result of hammertoe…
Read MoreBunion surgery is never pleasant, but when complications due to the podiatrist’s negligence interfere with healing, the patient is entitled to substantial compensation. In order to receive it, however, the patient must have a strong podiatry malpractice attorney. If you live in New York and believe your extended suffering after bunion surgery is the result of…
Read MoreIt’s not for nothing that foot surgeries have a bad reputation. Many patients come away from foot operations dissatisfied with the results, and a fair number feel as bad or worse after surgery than they did before. Some unfortunate individuals suffer permanent injuries at the hands of a negligent or incompetent podiatrist. Nerve damage, a…
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