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Arizona Independent Medical Exams: What Injury Claimants Should Expect

The phrase “independent medical examination” sounds reassuringly neutral. In a personal injury lawsuit, however, the doctor or psychologist usually did not enter the case as your treating provider. The examination was requested by another party, often the defense, to evaluate a condition you placed in dispute. That does not make...

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Medical Malpractice in Tempe — What You Need to Prove and How Long You Have to File

What to Do After a Slip and Fall Accident in a Surprise, Arizona Retail Store If you've experienced a slip and fall accident at a retail store like Walmart, Target, or Home Depot in Surprise, Arizona, your immediate priority should be your health and documenting the incident. Property owners in...

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Olympus Endoscope Superbug Infections | Warning Signs and What to Do

How do patients contract superbug infections from routine endoscopic procedures? Patients are contracting severe, drug-resistant superbug infections because of a design defect in certain Olympus endoscopes and duodenoscopes that makes them nearly impossible to clean. Even when hospital staff follow all standard sterilization protocols, bacteria can survive inside microscopic crevices...

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Studies Show Alarming Possible Link Between Using Tylenol During Pregnancy and Autism

Many expectant mothers over the years may have used acetaminophen, commonly sold under the brand Tylenol, to relieve pain, and believed this practice to be safe. Unfortunately, some studies now link the use of Tylenol during pregnancy and autism spectrum disorder. Using Tylenol During Pregnancy and Autism Some recent research...

NEWS: March 19, 2008: Another Hepatitis C Case Linked to a Las Vegas Endoscopy Clinic: A criminal investigation is ongoing as a result of another report of an endoscopy clinic and its link to an infection of hepatitis C in at least one patient, and officials have stated that the evidence...

Tragedy Strikes as Newborn Dropped at Hospital

The birth of a child should be one of the most wonderful experiences in a parent's life. However, infants can suffer serious injuries due to the negligence or carelessness of medical professionals. Last February, a newborn was dropped on her head by hospital staff members moments after birth at Chandler...

Strategies for Preventing Medication Errors

Prescribing or administering the wrong medication can be catastrophic and lead to injury, illness, disability and even death. Most medication errors can be prevented if physicians and pharmacists adhere to proper procedures and protocol. There are several things patients can do to minimize their chances of experiencing a medication error....

Can a Flu Misdiagnosis Lead to Medical Malpractice?

Every year, thousands of people get the flu. However, doctors may still misdiagnose this condition as a cold, pneumonia or other medical condition. When a condition is misdiagnosed, a patient can miss out on important treatments. Additionally, he or she may receive unnecessary treatment that may actually cause harm. If...

Medical Malpractice Cases and Informed Consent

Health care providers are responsible for obtaining your informed consent before any form of medical care is given. This includes informing you of the benefits and risks involved in your treatment or procedure. If a health care provider fails to obtain your informed consent before providing treatment and causes harm,...

Medical Malpractice Compensation | Phillips Law Group

Medical malpractice injuries can have a significant impact on your life. Not only can these injuries affect you physically, they can also cause significant financial and psychological issues. This is why there are numerous types of compensation you may be able to recover by filing a medical malpractice claim. The...