by Shollenberger Januzzi & Wolfe, LLP | Aug 1, 2020 | Medical Malpractice
Most mothers-to-be consider every option for their births. They want to ensure that they don’t assume anything and chose the right environment for them and their children. However, there are significant differences between home births and births in hospitals....
by Shollenberger Januzzi & Wolfe, LLP | May 15, 2020 | Medical Malpractice
Most patients rely on doctors or medical professionals to know what is wrong with them and how to treat it. That’s why patients visit the hospital and try to avoid self-diagnosis. However, there is still a small risk that you receive a diagnosis for your ailment. But...
by Shollenberger Januzzi & Wolfe, LLP | Apr 17, 2020 | Medical Malpractice, Uncategorized
Healthcare professionals are an essential part of any society. They are the people who sacrifice their time and spend most of their careers helping thousands of people every year. However, they are still people who can make mistakes. Those mistakes lead to significant...
by Shollenberger Januzzi & Wolfe, LLP | Mar 12, 2020 | Medical Malpractice
First-time mothers may feel overwhelmed by the delivery process because most people paint labor as one of the most painful experiences your body goes through. You must mentally and physically prepare to give birth, and it only falls on your shoulders. Luckily, there...
by Shollenberger Januzzi & Wolfe, LLP | Jan 29, 2020 | Medical Malpractice, Uncategorized
It seems like there is always a new social media platform popping up. It started with MySpace, and then popularity grew in apps such as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. However, the newest app may be causing complications for medical personnel across the nation. The...
by Shollenberger Januzzi & Wolfe, LLP | Dec 30, 2019 | Medical Malpractice
People visit the hospital to feel better, whether they are experiencing a common cold, a severe injury or life-threatening illness. However, there are some circumstances where patients leave the hospital in worst shape than they came in. Unfortunately, hospitals are...
by Shollenberger Januzzi & Wolfe, LLP | Oct 30, 2019 | Medical Malpractice
Birth is one of the most beautiful and challenging experiences that a mother goes through. You are bringing life into the world and starting a new phase in your future. But unfortunately, the delivery process is more difficult for some mothers. Some parents have to...
by Shollenberger Januzzi & Wolfe, LLP | Apr 10, 2018 | Medical Malpractice
The growing number of lawsuits generated by the opioid epidemic are clear evidence that the problem is out of control. Recently, a number of these lawsuits have included prominent pain doctors. These doctors helped expand the use of addictive opioids in the treatment...
by Shollenberger Januzzi & Wolfe, LLP | Jan 25, 2018 | Medical Malpractice
Medication errors are among the most prevalent types of medical malpractice. Wrong dosages, mistaken prescriptions, overlooked drug interactions or missed contraindications – all can lead to serious harm. And these mistakes frequently happen in emergency rooms...
by Shollenberger Januzzi & Wolfe, LLP | Dec 6, 2017 | Medical Malpractice
Childbirth is a momentous life event. But it can also be a life-threatening one. Complications at any point during labor or delivery can have a big impact on both mother and baby for a long time to come.Recognizing these risks, many hospitals and OB-GYNs are reluctant...
