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Chicago hospitals, doctors must take note of new drug recalls

Jonathan Stone April 30, 2013 No Comments

As we have mentioned before on our blog, it is extremely important that doctors prescribe patients with correct medications and correct doses of medications in order to prevent patients from…

Illinois woman sues doctor over mother-to-baby infection, injury

Jonathan Stone April 30, 2013 No Comments

Illinois women who are currently pregnant or have been pregnant understand that it is important for them to visit their doctors on a regular basis throughout their pregnancies. During prenatal…

Chicago doctors, hospital executives arrested for kickback scheme

Jonathan Stone April 26, 2013 No Comments

Last week, the Chicago Tribune reported that several doctors and at least two hospital officials were arrested for being involved in an alleged kickback scheme at Sacred Heart Hospital. After…

Jury concludes doctor did everything to try to safely deliver baby

Jonathan Stone April 26, 2013 No Comments

Earlier this week, a family learned that a jury decided to side with a doctor in a medical malpractice lawsuit. The family’s child had suffered an injury during birth five…

Study: Hospitals are making more money when patients are harmed

Jonathan Stone April 26, 2013 No Comments

As we have mentioned in other posts on our Chicago medical malpractice law blog, there are many actions that hospitals and medical professionals can take to prevent patients from suffering…

Despite suing doctor for mistake, woman is happy with the outcome

Jonathan Stone April 23, 2013 No Comments

Incidents of medical malpractice in Illinois and throughout the U.S. often result in devastating injuries or the loss of a life. Although one woman did suffer emotionally and physically from…

Researchers say fewer hospitals, doctors performing early deliveries

Jonathan Stone April 23, 2013 No Comments

As we have mentioned in previous posts on our Joliet medical malpractice law blog, birth injuries can have devastating effects on families, babies and new parents in Will County, even…

Mother suffered infection after Illinois doctor botched C-section

Jonathan Stone April 19, 2013 No Comments

A caesarean section is a surgical procedure, and like any other patient in Chicago who undergoes a surgical procedure, a patient who undergoes a C-section must be closely monitored and…

Ignoring alarms in hospitals leads to dozens of deaths every year

Jonathan Stone April 17, 2013 No Comments

If you have been reading some of the recent posts on our Chicago medical malpractice law blog, you may have come to the conclusion that there are too many things…

Doctor diagnosed pneumonia as terminal cancer, patient injured

Jonathan Stone April 17, 2013 No Comments

In 2004, a patient visited her doctor because she was feeling ill. Her diagnosis was devastating. The doctor told her that she had cancer and that her condition was terminal.…

Doctor failed to detect bed sores on elderly Illinois patient

Jonathan Stone April 16, 2013 No Comments

Illinois retirees or disabled workers, as well as their loved ones, may have certain apprehensions about the subject of group care or other long-term care placement options, and for good…

Illinois brain injury victim looking forward to bright future

Jonathan Stone April 15, 2013 No Comments

Our Joliet medical malpractice blog often discusses the types of injuries and health complications patients may experience when doctors and hospitals fail to provide proper treatment to patients who are…

Do doctors get enough training before performing robotic surgery?

Jonathan Stone April 15, 2013 No Comments

Last month on our Chicago medical malpractice law blog, we had mentioned that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is asking doctors to take part in a survey regarding a…

Man says Illinois doctor’s error caused him to suffer a stroke

Jonathan Stone April 10, 2013 No Comments

Patients in Joliet who undergo surgery or other medical procedures trust that their doctors will perform operations and procedures with the utmost care and attention. Although a surgery or procedure…

Lawsuit: Teen died from oxygen deprivation during dental procedure

Jonathan Stone April 9, 2013 No Comments

Chicago patients may feel some pain and discomfort for a few days after getting their wisdom teeth pulled. Fortunately, the recovery from this surgery is fairly quick, and many teens…

Doctors: Spinal cord injury victim’s cell transplant a success

Jonathan Stone April 8, 2013 No Comments

Accidents happen every day here in Illinois and throughout the country. After being involved in serious accidents, it is imperative that victims receive medical treatment as soon as possible. Doctors…

Patients sue hospital after learning nurse reused syringes

Jonathan Stone April 8, 2013 No Comments

Nurses in Chicago often work long shifts and are responsible for caring for many different patients who have a variety of needs. This type of work can become very stressful,…

Teen’s rare, painful condition went undiagnosed for 6 years

Jonathan Stone April 8, 2013 No Comments

As we have mentioned before on our Joliet medical malpractice law blog, a misdiagnosis of a serious or life-threatening condition may prevent patients from receiving the treatment they need to…

Medical malpractice in Chicago may cause emotional harm, too

Jonathan Stone April 5, 2013 No Comments

Last week on our Chicago medical malpractice blog, we mentioned that medical errors can lead to serious infections and fatal injuries. Infections and injuries may certainly result in physical harm…

Chicago nursing home patient wins lawsuit over injuries from fall

Jonathan Stone April 5, 2013 No Comments

We have mentioned before on our Chicago medical malpractice law blog that nursing home residents need to be carefully monitored, especially those who have trouble walking and getting out of…

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Chicago hospitals, doctors must take note of new drug recalls

Illinois woman sues doctor over mother-to-baby infection, injury

Chicago doctors, hospital executives arrested for kickback scheme

Jury concludes doctor did everything to try to safely deliver baby

Study: Hospitals are making more money when patients are harmed

Despite suing doctor for mistake, woman is happy with the outcome

Researchers say fewer hospitals, doctors performing early deliveries

Mother suffered infection after Illinois doctor botched C-section

Ignoring alarms in hospitals leads to dozens of deaths every year

Doctor diagnosed pneumonia as terminal cancer, patient injured

Doctor failed to detect bed sores on elderly Illinois patient

Illinois brain injury victim looking forward to bright future

Do doctors get enough training before performing robotic surgery?

Man says Illinois doctor’s error caused him to suffer a stroke

Lawsuit: Teen died from oxygen deprivation during dental procedure

Doctors: Spinal cord injury victim’s cell transplant a success

Patients sue hospital after learning nurse reused syringes

Teen’s rare, painful condition went undiagnosed for 6 years

Medical malpractice in Chicago may cause emotional harm, too

Chicago nursing home patient wins lawsuit over injuries from fall

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