A recent malpractice study by Johns Hopkins reveals that “never events”, events which under no circumstances should ever happen during surgery, occur at least 4,000 times per year. Marty Makary, M.S., M.P.H., an associate professor of surgery at Johns Hopkins weighs in on the findings in the article saying, “There are mistakes in health care …
Read MoreThe law firm of Pegalis and Erickson is all decked out for the 10th Annual National Wear Red Day. We’re proud to support the AHA’s “Go Red For Women” movement and the Long Island “Go Red For Women” educational workshops/luncheon! For more information on National Wear Red Day, click here!
Read MoreAn article published by the Wall Street Journal yesterday explores the role of Physician Assistants filling gaps in primary health care. Many PA’s are helping with the primary-care doctor’s workload by performing tasks such as examining patients, prescribing medications, and conducting rounds in hospitals. What do you think about being treating by a physician’s assistant …
Read MoreDid you know that tremendous strides have been made in the fight against heart disease in women? 23% more women that ten years ago, are aware that heart disease is their No. 1 health threat! But the fight is far from over because hundreds of thousands of women still die each year. Please join Pegalis …
Read MorePersonal injury cases, also known as tort law, are extremely common in the United States. They may be the result of a wide range of injuries, including those suffered in automobile accidents, slip and fall incidents, workplace accidents, and medical malpractice. This article will take a closer look at personal injury claims related to medical …
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Read MoreChalk one up for women in law! Governor Andrew Cuomo yesterday nominated Jenny Rivera, a CUNY Professor of Law, with no prior experience as a judge, to fill a state Court of Appeals seat! If confirmed by the state Senate, she will become the second Hispanic to sit on the Court of Appeals. Cuomo’s office …
Read MoreAn 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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