Uterine rupture is a rare but serious obstetrical emergency that occurs when the wall of the uterus tears during pregnancy or labor. Although uncommon, it can place both the mother and baby in immediate danger and requires rapid medical intervention. When recognized...
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Medical Malpractice
How does New Jersey’s statute of repose affect med mal claims?
Medical malpractice deadlines can feel confusing when you try to understand how much time the law gives you to act. In New Jersey, the rules work differently than in many other states, especially when people talk about statutes of repose. Knowing how these timing...
Immediate steps to take as a victim of medical malpractice
Experiencing medical malpractice can be devastating, especially when you trusted a healthcare professional to improve your condition. Medical errors can result in physical, emotional and financial harm, leaving victims unsure of how to act or where to turn for help....
What are never events in medicine?
When you enter a hospital for a procedure, you are entrusting your life to the medical professionals treating you. You expect them to follow the proper procedures and follow the highest standards of care. Unfortunately, there are rare but devastating mistakes that...
3 reasons doctors may make prescribing errors
Medical malpractice occurs when a physician does not follow best practices and harm results. Negligence is often the underlying cause of malpractice allegations. Doctors fail to do what is necessary for the best patient outcomes or do something that directly...
Doctors’ anxiety disorders can lead to serious harm for patients
A South Jersey OB/GYN recently got his medical license back (with numerous restrictions) following a suspension for multiple surgical and other errors. The doctor’s license was suspended last year after he panicked during procedures, including C-sections, resulting in...
3 things you need to know after a botched surgery
If you have experienced a botched surgery, the aftermath can be overwhelming. Pain, frustration and questions about how such a serious mistake happened are common. Whether it was the result of a misplaced incision, a foreign object left behind or surgery performed on...
How a birth injury can result in cerebral palsy
Some parents secretly wish for a boy or a girl, but all parents want a baby that is healthy. Regular check-ups and good prenatal care go a long way to ensuring that. However, complications during labor or delivery can result in birth injuries and, in the most severe...
Key elements of medical negligence in New Jersey
Medical negligence occurs when a health care provider fails to meet the accepted standard of care, resulting in harm to a patient. In New Jersey, proving medical negligence requires meeting specific legal elements. Below are the essential elements of medical...
Medical malpractice affects kids, too
When the American public thinks about medical malpractice, people often associate this particular challenge with adult patients. However, children are just as vulnerable to medical errors as adults are, and the consequences can be especially devastating due to their...
