Medical Malpractice

• Surgical Errors in the OR: Preventable Mistakes by Tired or Distracted Doctors

  John Cooper | September 17, 2009 4:04 PM | 0 CommentsVirginia Beach, Chesapeake & Suffolk, VA

  It’s the bane of every kindergartner’s existence. They’ve mastered their ABC’s, conquered their 123's, and figured out how to color inside the lines. But one thing...

• One Bad Doctor Can Ruin a Medical Practice

  Jim Lewis | March 05, 2009 9:08 PM | 0 CommentsVirginia Beach, Chesapeake & Suffolk, VA

  I have been an injury lawyer and resident of Virginia Beach, Virginia (VA) for over 25 years. During that time, my family, including my two daughters, and I have been treated by some great doctors...

• Does the Doctor You Trust Not Trust You? (Especially If You Have A Medical Malpractice Claim)

  Rick Shapiro | October 08, 2006 9:28 AM | 0 CommentsVirginia Beach, Chesapeake & Suffolk, VA

  Would you be surprised to learn that the physician that you trust has very strong opinions relating to whether or not you should be able to sue a careless doctor for malpractice? Would you be extremely surprised to learn that the doctor you trust, regularly testifies on behalf of doctors that are sued for malpractice and does not believe that physicians should ever testify in support of a...

• Illegal Sexual Assault At Nursing Home Not Governed by Medical Malpractice Act

  Rick Shapiro | June 20, 2006 8:10 AM | 0 CommentsVirginia Beach, Chesapeake & Suffolk, VA

  The news media seems to be reporting on all kinds of cases of wrongful death, serious injuries, and sexual abuse at nursing facilities. Seniors at nursing homes are so vulnerable to malpractice and poor medical care in the first place. Most states have specific statutes covering medical malpractice and actually define what is "medical care" for example.In a recent case in Virginia, the Va....

• Food Poisoning--Doctor's Diagnosis Okay Without Lab Test Proof

  Rick Shapiro | March 05, 2006 10:15 AM | 0 CommentsVirginia Beach, Chesapeake & Suffolk, VA

  Virginia law has a special "food warranty" that is an obligation on any seller or distributor of foods or consumable or edible products. The warranty provided by such sellers is that the product or consumable is wholesome for human use. The violation of this warranty may impose strict legal liability on the company or person under Virginia law making the person or company responsible for...

• Tennessee Legislation Considers Limiting Nursing Home Liability Despite Dismal Overall Nursing Home Care National Rankings

  Jim Lewis | March 20, 2009 9:23 AM | 0 CommentsVirginia Beach, Chesapeake & Suffolk, VA

  When placing a loved one in nursing home care, the goal is that they will be comfortable and treated with respect and care. We expect not only their needs to be met but also that our family member...

• Dirty, Dastardly Deeds of Injury Defense Attorneys (Not Done Dirt Cheap)

  Rick Shapiro | January 05, 2008 9:51 AM | 0 CommentsVirginia Beach, Chesapeake & Suffolk, VA

  There is a famous classic rock song entitled "Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap" and in my practice as a personal injury lawyer for victims we deal every week with dirty, dastardly deeds (not done dirt cheap) by defense lawyers fighting our personal injury clients' cases. We deal with several large corporations or railroads that find themselves sued for personal injury often. They usually don't...

• 3.5 Million Verdict For Brain Damage After Botched Gastric Bypass

  Rick Shapiro | September 06, 2006 8:22 AM | 0 CommentsVirginia Beach, Chesapeake & Suffolk, VA

  A jury recently awarded a 3.5 million dollar verdict in Fredericksburg Circuit Court to a plaintiff who underwent gastric bypass surgery (stomach staple surgery) and suffered brain damage. One doctor, President of the American Society for Bariatric Surgery, testified that a leak from the plaintiff's gastric bypass surgery caused peritonitis and a septic reaction that lead to the brain getting...

• CHOOSE YOUR PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEY WISELY

  Rick Shapiro | January 18, 2008 2:41 PM | 0 CommentsVirginia Beach, Chesapeake & Suffolk, VA

  Authored By: Richard N. ShapiroIf you are involved in an accident in Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake or anywhere else, choose your lawyer wisely. A lawsuit is a stressful experience by anyone's account. As the client, you should find comfort in knowing that your case is in good hands. Far too often, clients tell me that they meet with an attorney originally and then never see that...

• Medical Errors Continue Even in the Best Hospitals

  Rick Shapiro | December 26, 2007 11:41 AM | 0 CommentsVirginia Beach, Chesapeake & Suffolk, VA

  Authored By: James C. LewisIt has long been known that medical mistakes that occur in our hospitals resulting in personal injuries frequently go unreported. In a recent investigation by the Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Hospitals (JCAHO) this continued problem with medical mistakes was highlighted in a prominent and well know hospital in the northeastern United States with a...