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Ureteral Injury

Ureteral injuries are severe consequences of pelvic or abdominal surgical errors and may result in infections, loss of kidney function, fistulas, and possibly even death. Although there may be other causes of a ureteral injury, such…

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Retained Sponge or Retained Object Cases

Have you been diagnosed with a retained sponge or a retained object following surgery? Typically, medical facilities and staff are required to keep a count on all of the medical devices and tools that are…

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Paralysis

Have you or someone you know been left paralyzed after surgery? Have you sought medical advice but now want to seek compensation for the financial costs you have been left with? We trust medical professionals…

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Pharmacy Malpractice

Pharmacy Malpractice, also known as pharmaceutical malpractice, refers to a lawsuit against a pharmacy, a pharmacist, hospital, or a healthcare provider handling drug distribution or administration. These lawsuits allege the defendants were negligent in their handling,…

Texas Holds Nursing Home Abuse Forum

With an influx of reported elder and nursing home abuse cases, the State of Texas is holding a nursing home abuse forum to raise awareness of this growing problem. According to National Center on Elder Abuse…

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Fractured Bones in Hospital or Nursing Home

Millions of Americans suffer from fractured bones each year. While the causes may vary, weakened bones and weakened immune systems that come with age play a major part. For many older adults, daily assistance is…

Broken Leg in Nursing Home or Hospital

A broken leg happens when one of the leg bones, either the the femur or the tibia, is cracked. The crack can be minor, such as a stress fracture, or severe, such as the entire…

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Broken Arm in Nursing Home or Hospital

A break can occur in three bones in the arm including the radius, humerus and ulna. The bone that is affected will depend on the cause of the accident and where the victim is injured. For…

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