An article published by ModernHealhcare.com recently outlines the new privacy rule that was released on January 17th, 2013. The new rule expands the liability of business associates of hospitals, physicians, and other HIPAA-covered entities if they release data in certain ways that violate patient privacy. Kathleen Sebelius, the U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services …
Read MoreA new U.S. study published by Critical Care Medicine reveals that patients are rarely told about mistakes with their medicines, an announcement that is likely to come as a big surprise to most patients and families. The researchers relayed that most medication mistakes did not harm patients, but those that did were more likely to …
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Read MoreMedical malpractice occurs when a patient suffers harm due to the negligent actions or inactions of a medical professional. This video takes a closer look at medical malpractice and how you can tell whether your case is legitimate. A physician, anesthesiologist, or pharmacist may be found guilty of medical malpractice if their conduct falls below …
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Read MorePegalis and Erickson secured a $5.3 Million settlement for Deidre Thompson, who suffered medical malpractice during the birth of her son Sebastian. Sebastian was born with a heart rate of over 200 beats per minute and was not breathing on his own. He was also having seizures and a later CT scan of his brain …
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Read MoreOur very own Linda Oliva, Esq. is a Board member of the Nassau County Women’s Bar Association and she is volunteering this Wednesday, January 30th, for a special speed mentoring event from 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Check out the flyer below for more information! Pegalis and Erickson’s medical malpractice attorneys are your Long Island …
Read MoreAnnamarie Bondi-Stoddard, managing partner of Pegalis and Erickson, was one of only seven female lawyers named to the most recent New York Metro Super Lawyers list of top attorneys in the plaintiff medical malpractice category. Bondi-Stoddard joined Lake Success-based Pegalis & Erickson in 1984, a year after she earned her law degree from Boston University. …
Read MoreSteve Erickson of Pegalis and Erickson recorded an interview on January 13th, 2012 giving great information on the topic of medical malpractice. Check out the full interview here! Pegalis and Erickson’s medical malpractice attorneys are your Long Island resource for high-quality legal representation.Give us a call today at (516) 684-2900 to schedule an initial consultation.
Read MoreAnnamarie Bondi-Stoddard, managing partner of Pegalis and Erickson, was named one of the ‘Ones to Watch in Law’ by the Long Island Business News! Check out the Long Island Business News here. For more information about your legal options following an instance of medical malpractice, contact Pegalis & Erickson today at (516) 684-2900. Our medical …
Read MoreWe’re excited to welcome you to the brand new blog of Pegalis & Erickson! You can now find us online in more places! “Like” us on Facebook here! Follow us on Google Plus here! Follow us on Twitter here! Be sure to check out our blog and social sites often for the latest news, special …
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