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Formerly homeless woman awarded $7.5M in birth injury case

Jonathan Stone November 14, 2013 No Comments

It’s a sad reality that millions of Americans today live in poverty. Difficult economic times coupled with a job loss or chronic medical condition can quickly result in a family…

Woman sues hospital after falling from hospital bed

Jonathan Stone November 13, 2013 No Comments

People who are ill or who have undergone a medical procedure are often required to stay in the hospital overnight. While in the hospital, patients readily depend upon members of…

Man misdiagnosed with serious disease sues doctors

Jonathan Stone November 9, 2013 No Comments

Individuals who are experiencing worrisome or painful symptoms often seek the advice of a medical professional. Typically a doctor takes a patient’s vital signs, asks he or she to describe…

Nursing home profits, losses affect Illinois quality of care

Jonathan Stone November 8, 2013 No Comments

Understaffed nursing homes are detrimental to residents who have the right to quality health care. Government and private nursing home operators operate within budgets that all too often take precedence…

Breast cancer misdiagnosis can have fatal consequences

Jonathan Stone November 8, 2013 No Comments

When facing any type of medical disorder, disease or condition; early diagnosis and intervention is key to ensuring for the best possible outcome. This is especially true in the case…

Doctors and hospitals opt for disclosure over secrecy

Jonathan Stone November 7, 2013 No Comments

At times throughout any professional’s career, a second set of eyes can be helpful. When proofing a colleague’s work, a co-worker may notice an error or be able to provide…

Doctor sued for failing to properly remove medical device

Jonathan Stone November 5, 2013 No Comments

Even seemingly minor or routine medical procedures require a doctor to use care, precision and skill. Doctors, however, are human and, just like most Illinois residents, have an off day…

Failure to advise patient about medications lead to amputation

Jonathan Stone November 1, 2013 No Comments

Individuals who undergo medical procedures or surgeries must also often take some sort of prescription medication. These medications may be to prevent infections or some other adverse side effect of…

Report: VA hospitals fail to be “accountable” for poor care

Jonathan Stone November 1, 2013 No Comments

It’s not an understatement to say that Chicago residents trust health care professionals with their lives. It’s horrifying to think that medical malpractice could make your condition worse or kill…

Laser hair removal treatments pose risk to patients

Jonathan Stone October 30, 2013 No Comments

Laser hair removal has seen an increase in popularity in the United States as more men and women are looking for ways to save time in their beauty routines. Laser…

Hospital sued over deaths linked to medication errors

Jonathan Stone October 29, 2013 No Comments

For any individual, dealing with a serious medical condition or illness can be both physically and emotionally draining. When a child is ill, however, the impact on an entire family…

Failure to diagnose child’s heart condition leads to brain injury

Jonathan Stone October 29, 2013 No Comments

Individuals tend to visit the doctor or a hospital when they feel ill or are experiencing worrisome symptoms. Even in cases where an individual is coherent and competent, explaining exactly…

Do Chicago surgeons really leave tools inside patients?

Jonathan Stone October 25, 2013 No Comments

Carelessness is not exclusive to accident-prone people. When you trip over a child’s toy, who’s to blame – the daughter who was told to put away her things or you…

Medical errors third leading cause of death in US

Jonathan Stone October 25, 2013 No Comments

Medical errors can be very dangerous for patients in the United States. Medical errors can result in serious complications and even death so it is vital that hospitals understand what…

Illinois hospitals strive to reduce preventable medical errors

Jonathan Stone October 24, 2013 No Comments

In Illinois, preventable medical errors contribute to the injury and death of thousands of patients. In addition to the harm suffered by patients, these medical errors also end up costing…

Doctor and hospital sued over misdiagnosis of boy’s appendicitis

Jonathan Stone October 24, 2013 No Comments

The human appendix is a small tube-shaped sac that is located at the base of the large intestines. Despite its existence, doctors don’t really know what purpose the appendix serves…

Incidents of misdiagnosis rampant in U.S. health care system

Jonathan Stone October 22, 2013 No Comments

In the last 20 years, the U.S. health care system has vastly changed. Today, many hospitals encourage a culture in which doctors are pressured to see as many patients as…

In the case of robotic surgery, technology may do more harm

Jonathan Stone October 17, 2013 No Comments

When faced with the prospect of having to undergo a surgical procedure, most individuals listen to their doctor’s advice. If a doctor advises a patient to opt for a procedure…

Hearing loss blamed on doctor’s negligent action and inaction

Jonathan Stone October 12, 2013 No Comments

Even seemingly simple and routine medical examinations and procedures can result in a patient suffering harm and injury. Individuals who are very young and very old are often most at…

Vaginal delivery of breech baby results in injury and lawsuit

Jonathan Stone October 10, 2013 No Comments

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one-third of babies born in the U.S. are delivered via Cesarean section. While the number of C-sections has skyrocketed in recent…

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Formerly homeless woman awarded $7.5M in birth injury case

Woman sues hospital after falling from hospital bed

Man misdiagnosed with serious disease sues doctors

Nursing home profits, losses affect Illinois quality of care

Breast cancer misdiagnosis can have fatal consequences

Doctors and hospitals opt for disclosure over secrecy

Doctor sued for failing to properly remove medical device

Failure to advise patient about medications lead to amputation

Report: VA hospitals fail to be “accountable” for poor care

Laser hair removal treatments pose risk to patients

Hospital sued over deaths linked to medication errors

Failure to diagnose child’s heart condition leads to brain injury

Do Chicago surgeons really leave tools inside patients?

Medical errors third leading cause of death in US

Illinois hospitals strive to reduce preventable medical errors

Doctor and hospital sued over misdiagnosis of boy’s appendicitis

Incidents of misdiagnosis rampant in U.S. health care system

In the case of robotic surgery, technology may do more harm

Hearing loss blamed on doctor’s negligent action and inaction

Vaginal delivery of breech baby results in injury and lawsuit

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