Minnesota Medical Malpractice Blog

Minnesota Prescription Drug Error Lawyer Concerned About Prescription Errors Leading to Serious Injury or Death

Jason C. Brown — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 20:35:54 -0600

Far too often, medical professionals fail to prescribe right medication for a patient. Thousands of are victims of prescription drug errors each year. A prescription drug error is a medical mistake which most commonly occurs in hospitals, nursing homes and pharmacies. Failure to give the correct dosage of a medication can cause severe damage to a patient.

Most often, prescription drug errors involve:

Prescribing medications without performing adequate medical tests and failure to understand the allergic reactions to certain prescribed drugs;
Newer medications can have a negative effect if prescribed or consumed with older medicines;
Prescription errors can arise because of prescribing medications to individuals with critical health problems such as heart trouble, liver or kidney problems;
Prescribing the wrong medication or wrong dose is a mistake and that can cause severe injury or death.

Many doctors do not give due importance to their handwriting. Many times pharmacists are unable to read the instructions correctly. Prescription errors which are a result of poor handwriting methods are dangerous and can affect the patient’s health.

More often than not, wrong medications can have a devastating effect on the health of a patient and can pave the way for future health complications.

Drug reactions due to the consumption of wrong medications are serious and many doctors fail to diagnose such cases correctly and continue the treatment process by prescribing additional medications.

The results of prescription drug errors in children and infants are more dangerous than adults. Small children are more prone to serious injuries because they are unable to tolerate drug reactions due to a weak immune system. Avoid prescription errors in children and infants by prescribing medications based on age and weight factor. Prescription errors can be avoided but sadly plenty of small children are reported to be victims of malpractice.

Here are some tips designed to prevent prescription errors:

It is possible to avoid prescription errors by making a habit of checking all medications before consuming them.
Make sure that you are receiving the correct medications as per the prescription and never hesitate to ask several questions regarding the drug information and side effects associated with it.
Read the information and drug labels several times before purchasing the medications from a pharmacy shop.
If possible try to ensure that you are consuming the correct medicine by checking it with a doctor who has prescribed the medication.

Are you or a loved one the victim of a prescription drug error? Contact a MN prescription drug error lawyer with the Brown Law Offices, P.A. We offer free consultations at your home, work, hospital or one of our six Twin Cities metro offices. Contact us by calling (612) 789-2100 or submit an inquiry through our online consultation form. We never charge a fee unless we win a settlement on your behalf.

Minnesota Misdiagnosis Lawyer Summarizes Three Types of Misdiagnosis by Negligent Health Professionals

Jason C. Brown — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 20:06:33 -0600

Medical professionals are highly qualified and are expected to accurately diagnose medical problems. Proper diagnosis can help in the treatment of disease as it enables proper treatment. On the other hand, misdiagnosis of a patient’s medical condition can cause serious health complications. Misdiagnosis is a major medical mistake and the medical professional is responsible for the injuries and health complications caused due to the incorrect diagnosis.

More often than not, medical misdiagnosis is caused by a medical professional’s inability to exhibit the minimum skill and expertise associated with the profession. When a misdiagnosis occurs, the victim has the right to seek reparation for suffering and loss.

There are different types of misdiagnosis, which is a medical error caused by the negligence of medical professionals.

In some misdiagnosis situations a medical professional fails to diagnose the correct medical condition of a patient. For example if you are suffering from a chest pain, a professional physician will always check your blood pressure for heart related problems. In the case of wrong diagnosis a patient may be given medication for heartburn and indigestion, when they are suffering from a serious heart problem.

Treating patients without knowledge of special health conditions such as diabetes, heart trouble, and other critical conditions can cause serious injuries or illness. It is important to study the case history of a patient before treatment. A skilled medical professional is prompt in identifying critical medical conditions of a patient and will never take the risk of giving wrong treatments.

Failure to diagnose the root cause of a disease is also regarded as a misdiagnosis error. In many cases one disease is a symptom of another. For example hypertension, high cholesterol, and heart problems are always associated with type one diabetes complications. Therefore, a failure to diagnose secondary conditions is a critical issue.

Are you or a family member the victim of a doctor's misdiagnosis? Contact a MN misdiagnosis lawyer with the Brown Law Offices, P.A. We offer free consultations at your home, work, hospital or one of our six Twin Cities metro offices. Contact us by calling (612) 789-2100 or submit an inquiry through our online consultation form. We never charge a fee unless we win a settlement on your behalf.

Minnnesota Medication Error Lawyer Describes Common Situations Leading to Medication Error Lawsuits

Jason C. Brown — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 19:32:33 -0600

Thousands of people in the United States are victims of medication errors each year. Numerous attempts have been made to reduce medication errors. Medication errors can lead to serious problems and can cause serious injuries and health complications. Millions of people rely on prescribed medications in order to maintain their general health, and medication errors in hospitals, pharmacies, and nursing homes can cause serious medical issues.

Medication errors can occur because of medical mistakes. Children and infants are at a higher risk than adults. Errors due to poor handwriting can create confusion between the pharmacist and physician.

Common types of medication errors include:

Prescribing wrong dose;
Prescribing medications without diagnosis;
Wrong labeling errors;
Confusion between medications of similar names;
Errors due to poor handwriting practice;
Prescribing medications without knowledge of patient’s medical history; and
Overdose

Wrong dose medication error is the most common medication mistake in hospitals, clinics, and other health care centers. Sadly, many have died due to wrong dose medication error. Some of the factors that are associated with wrong dose medication error include:

Lack of communication between hospital staff;
Unclear drug labeling;
Prescribing drugs without considering vital statistics such as blood pressure, heart rate; and
Failure to store medications properly

Has you or a loved one suffered because of a medication error? Contact a MN medication error lawyer with the Brown Law Offices, P.A. We offer free consultations at your home, work, hospital or one of our six Twin Cities metro offices. Contact us by calling (612) 789-2100 or submit an inquiry through our online consultation form. We never charge a fee unless we win a settlement on your behalf.

Minnesota Erb's Palsy Lawyers Address the Signs, Symptoms and Treatment of Erbs Palsy Sustained During Childbirth

Jason C. Brown — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 20:22:56 -0600

Erb’s Palsy, which is primarily a form of brachial plexus palsy, is defined as a medical condition which involves stretch injury to the brachial plexus nerve fibers. These nerves are responsible for the movement and feeling to the arms, hands and fingers.

The following are the signs and symptoms of Erb’s Palsy:

Failure to control muscles;
Flaccidity and low muscle tone in the muscles of arms;
Decrease in sensation; or
Partial or complete paralysis

If your new born or a child in the family exhibits any of these symptoms, it is suggested that you get in touch with a medical malpractice attorney as soon as possible. A reputable attorney can review your case and will help you protect your legal rights.

Birth injuries are the primary cause of majority of the Erb’s Palsy cases in children. Shoulder dystocia is the most widespread and common birth complication associated with Erb’s palsy. Shoulder dystocia is a medical condition during the childbirth process, in which the baby’s shoulder gets stuck in the mother’s pelvis. Erb’s Palsy is not a very common birth injury, as it affects two out of every 1000 babies. However, Erb’s Palsy is a critical medical condition which causes major injury and trauma.

In the instance of a shoulder dystocia during the childbirth, it is the responsibility of the doctor and other health professionals to avoid major injury to the child and mother by taking appropriate steps to prevent injury. Helper protocol is one such medical technique which can avoid birth injury, if employed properly. However, if the medical professionals fail to take these important steps which are crucial in avoiding Erb’s Palsy, then you have the right to seek compensation for the physical trauma and suffering of your child or family member.

Did your doctor explore all options?

McRobert’s maneuver;
Suprapubic pressure;
Rubin II;
Posterior pressure on the anterior shoulder;
Woods’ screw maneuver;
Jacquemier’s maneuver;
Zavanelli’s maneuver
Internal cephalic replacement ideally followed by Cesarean section; or
Symphisiotomy

Different categories of Erb’s Palsy:

Neuropraxia: This condition is limited to the stretching of the nerves and does not include any tearing. In neuropraxia, there is a high probability of healing without any medical help and support.
Rupture: Involves the tearing of nerves in the brachial plexus. Rupture can be cured without any medical intervention, provided the tearing does not extent to the spinal cord area.
Neuroma: A medical condition which develops due to the build of scar tissue at the damaged nerve site.
Avulsion: Avulsion is considered as the most critical case of Erb’s Palsy, as it involves total tearing and damage of the nerves in the spinal cord.

About 80% of the Erb’s Palsy victims recover on their own, without any medical help or intervention. Conversely, if the situation arises for an inevitable medical intervention, then a number of surgical options can be explored to correct Erb’s palsy. The majority of these surgical practices are capable of restoring health and vigor to the affected nerves.

Does your child suffer from Erb's Palsy as the result of medical negligence? Contact a MN Erb's Palsy lawyer with the Brown Law Offices, P.A. We offer free consultations at your home, work, hospital or one of our six Twin Cities metro offices. Contact us by calling (612) 789-2100 or submit an inquiry through our online consultation form. We never charge a fee unless we win a settlement on your behalf.

Minnesota Failure to Diagnose Lawyer Concerned About Increasing Number of Malpractice Cases Based on a Doctor's Failure to Properly Diagnose

Jason C. Brown — Sun, 29 Nov 2009 15:49:15 -0600

A failure to diagnose a medical condition is one of the most common forms of medical malpractice. Nearly 40% of all malpractice cases involve a failure to diagnose.

It is the primary responsibility of a doctor to diagnose a medical condition correctly and accurately. In the instance of unclear symptoms or if the doctor is unable to diagnose the signs and symptoms with certainty, then it is the doctor’s responsibility to refer the patient to a specialist.

In addition to the medical personnel, your insurance company can also be held liable for the failure to diagnose, if they fail to allow tests and follow up care.

In recent years, our lawyers have witnessed a surge in claims associated with a doctor's failure to diagnose. Conditions such as heart attack, stroke, meningitis, breast cancer, appendicitis, lung cancer, septic arthritis and colon cancer are often detected too late for a patient to make a complete recovery.

Have you or a loved one suffered because of a failure to diagnose by a treating doctor? Contact a Minnesota failure to diagnose attorney with the Brown Law Offices, P.A. We offer free consultations at your home, work, hospital or one of our six Twin Cities metro offices. Contact us by calling (612) 789-2100 or submit an inquiry through our online consultation form. We never charge a fee unless we obtain a settlement on your behalf.

Minnesota Hospital Malpractice Lawyer Discusses Hospital Error Lawsuits

Jason C. Brown — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 20:01:29 -0600

Hospital malpractice involves the negligence of hospital staff which leads to inferior or improper medical care, which in turn results in the unwarranted pain and suffering (or even death) of a patient. This implies that the patient does not receive quality medical care and support, which is expected from medical professionals. The term ‘hospital staff’ is not just limited to doctors, but also includes nurses, pharmacists, technicians and other hospital staff members.

Here are some common forms of hospital malpractice:

Mistaken Diagnosis;
Failure to Treat a Patient;
Failure to Monitor or Stabilize a Patient’s Condition;
Failure to Refer to Specialists;
Failure to Order the Necessary Tests;
Equipment Failure;
Extravasation Injury;
IV Errors; and
Emergency Room Errors.

A growing number of hospitals are coming forward to implement plans and ideas to ensure medical safety and care to their patients. This endeavor includes formation of safety teams which develop policies to reduce hospital malpractice. It is the responsibility of your hospital and doctor to provide you with the best of medical services and attention, and anything less than that is not acceptable.

Have you or a family member suffered a serious injury because of hospital malpractice? Contact a MN hospital malpractice lawyer with the Brown Law Offices, P.A. We offer free consultations at your home, work, hospital or one of our six Twin Cities metro offices. Please call (612) 789-2100 or submit an inquiry through our online consultation form.

Minnesota Emergency Room Malpractice Attorney Summarizes Emergency Room Malpractice Cases

Jason C. Brown — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 20:47:22 -0600

The ER is the most hectic and demanding work environment in the medical field. Emergency rooms are also the place for countless medical errors, some of which result in serious injuries (or wrongful death) to a patient. Statistics reveal that approximately 225,000 patients die each year because of an act of medical malpractice. More than half of these deaths are attributed to emergency room errors.

There are a number of causes of emergency room errors. One of the primary reasons involves poor training and under-qualification of medical professionals, such as doctors as nurses. Understaffed hospitals and ill-equipped emergency rooms add to the plight. Lack of basic amenities and overworked health professionals often fail to meet the pressure and demand of an emergency room.

Despite these shortcomings, patients have the right to expect best service and care from the medical community. In majority of the cases, emergency room errors occur due to the lack of proper care and medical attention during the admission process. Here are some common emergency room errors:

Misdiagnosis of serious conditions such as heart attacks and fatal infections;
Failure to diagnose fatal illnesses and injuries;
Delayed diagnosis of fatal illnesses and injuries;
Misinterpretation of the results of medical tests;
Errors in medication;
Errors in prescription;
Errors in omissions;
Birth injuries;
Negligence; and
Patient dumping

If you or a member of your family has become a victim of an emergency room error, you are not alone. You have the right to seek legal assistance in obtaining fair compensation for your loss.

Have you been injured through the malpractice of an emergency room doctor or nurse? Contact a MN emergency room malpractice lawyer with the Brown Law Offices, P.A. We offer free consultations at your home, work, hospital or one of our six Twin Cities metro offices. Please call (612) 789-2100 or submit an inquiry through our online consultation form.

Minnesota Surgery Malpractice Lawyer Addresses Surgery Malpractice Actions

Jason C. Brown — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 16:13:07 -0600

Millions prefer to go through a surgical procedure in order to achieve a prompt recovery and pain-free result. The benefits of any type of surgery are great, but at the same time the possibility of surgical malpractice cannot be ignored.

Surgical malpractice has become a major issue as there are numerous reports of thousands of deaths associated with surgical mistakes. Any type of surgery is associated with few risk factors such as anesthesia, reactions, blood clots, infections, and many other complications. Surgical patients have trusted faith in their surgeon and believe that the medical team is competent, experienced, and capable of handling any type of surgical problem.

Planning a surgery without evaluating patient’s medical history, allergies to medications, habits such as smoking or drinking, and family history can increase the risk of surgical errors. The surgeon must be qualified and experienced in order to perform the surgery with no risk of surgical errors.

The majority of surgical malpractice cases occur during the procedure itself. A few examples of surgical mistakes made by a negligent or careless medical team include:

Incorrect incision;
Use of unsterile equipment during the procedure;
Damaging nearby organs during surgery;
Nerve damage;
Prolonged Surgery; and
Anesthesia errors

Many surgical medical malpractice cases involve surgical equipment left in patient’s body, wrong-site surgery or operating on the wrong patient or wrong organ.

Surgical medical malpractice cases can also occur after surgery due to medical team's failure to provide sufficient care and safety to the patient. These surgical errors can result in severe infections, septic, delayed healing, and many other serious consequences.

Have you been injured or lost a loved one because of surgery malpractice? Contact a MN surgery malpractice attorney with the Brown Law Offices, P.A. We offer free consultations at your home, work, hospital or one of our six Twin Cities metro offices. Contact us by calling (612) 789-2100 or submit an inquiry through our online consultation form.

Minnesota Gastric Bypass Error Lawyer Discusses Gastric Bypass Malpractice Lawsuits

Jason C. Brown — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 15:56:04 -0600

Bariatric surgical procedures have seen a huge growth in popularity in the recent years. This is primarily because of the increasing rate of obesity in the United States coupled with medical advancement in the field of weight loss. Gastric bypass surgery is undoubtedly the most common bariatric surgical procedure as more than 100,000 procedures are performed every year across the country.

In spite of the increasing popularity, gastric bypass surgery is considered as one of the most complicated and dangerous surgeries. The relatively young age of the procedure and the inherent complications add to the complex nature of bypass surgery. Gastric bypass errors are quite common and are sharply on the rise because of medical negligence and malpractice.

The increasing popularity of gastric bypass surgery has also caused a considerable rise in gastric bypass errors and injuries. A report released by the American Medical Association suggests that a staggering two percent of the individuals (one in 50) who undergo gastric bypass surgery die within one month, while about five percent (one in 20) of the individuals die within a period of one year.

Other than death, a gastric bypass error can also cause a number of health complications and problems such as:

Abscess;
Bleeding;
Infection;
Internal leaking; and
Hernia

Have you been injured or lost a loved one because of a gastric bypass error? Contact a MN gastric bypass error attorney with the Brown Law Offices, P.A. We offer free consultations at your home, work, hospital or one of our six Twin Cities metro offices. Contact us by calling (612) 789-2100 or submit an inquiry through our online consultation form.

Minnesota Pharmacist Malpractice Lawyer Summarizes Pharmacy Malpractice Lawsuits

Jason C. Brown — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 15:24:36 -0600

A pharmacist has a duty to fill prescriptions correctly and without error. Pharmacists working at a drug store, hospital, clinic, nursing home, or any location must perform their duties with care and proper knowledge of the drugs they encounter.

A misfiled prescription by pharmacists can cause severe injuries or even death. It is the duty of a pharmacist to confirm the dosage of a drug with a physician in order to ensure that no error has been committed. There is a shortage of experienced pharmacists and the amount of work in the pharmacy field is increasing every day.

A few examples of pharmacy malpractice include:

Prescription of one patient is given to another patient;
Providing the wrong medication or wrong dose;
Failure to understand correct medications with similar names;
Providing a patient with a medication that has been compounded incorrectly;
Dispensing the right medication but the wrong directions;
Misreading the prescribed medicine due to bad handwriting of a physician;
Failure to warn patients before dispensing medicines;
Mislabeling errors; and
Dispensing errors caused by stress, work-loads, and lack of backup

The following are some common consequences stemming from pharmacist malpractice:

Allergic Reactions;
Serious Injuries;
Death; and
Permanent Disability

As thousands of new drugs get introduced in the market, pharmacist malpractice is becoming more common. Keeping a close eye on each and every medication is not an easy job, and a shortage of experienced pharmacists in the United States is the real point of concern. Millions of people in the United States are victims of medical malpractice, and surprisingly an increasingly higher percentage of negligence cases are due to pharmacist malpractice.

Have you been injured or lost a loved one because of an act of malpractice by a pharmacist? Contact a MN pharmacist malpractice attorney with the Brown Law Offices, P.A. We offer free consultations at your home, work, hospital or one of our six Twin Cities metro offices. Contact us by calling (612) 789-2100 or submit an inquiry through our online consultation form.

Defective Medical Device Lawyer Provides an Overview of Dangerous Medical Product Lawsuits

Jason C. Brown — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 14:53:22 -0600

Medical devices are used by doctors to treat their patients effectively. It is the responsibility of the medical staff to sterilize medical instruments on regular basis in order to avoid infections. Whether it is a defective medical device or contaminated medical instrument, medical device errors can lead to severe and life-threatening complications. Millions of people in the United States are reported to die prematurely due to medical malpractice, and thousands are suffering serious injury or death caused by defective medical devices.

Medical device errors are a serious problem that should not be taken lightly. There are several factors associated with medical device errors and defective devices, including:

Contaminated medical devices;
Defective medical devices;
Medical device failure;
Manufacturer errors

In general, medical devices are used while performing surgeries or critical procedures. Devices that are regularly used must be properly cleaned and sterilized before use. Different types of viruses and harmful bacteria can lead to disease through contaminated medical devices. The list of few of these illnesses diseases includes:

Hepatitis A, B, and C;
HIV;
Gastrointestinal infections;
Tuberculosis; and
Pneumonia

Medical device failure can result from a manufacturing defect or human error. Such failures often lead to serious injury or death. For example, intravenous pumps, anesthetic machines, blood pressure equipment, cancer diagnostic equipment, or x-ray equipment may fail or harm a patient if used in an improper way.

Defective medical devices can cause serious, long-term health problems. FDA approved medical devices are always safe and it is always recommended to check the label before purchasing the product. Whether it is a manufacturer defect or wrong prescription defect, a defective medical device can create serious health complications. The healthcare provider or the manufacturer will be held responsible for such errors.

Have you been injured through the use of a defective medical device? Contact a MN defective medical device attorney with the Brown Law Offices, P.A. We offer free consultations at your home, work, hospital or one of our six Twin Cities metro offices. Contact us by calling (612) 789-2100 or submit an inquiry through our online consultation form.

Minnesota Dental Malpractice Lawyer Outlines Dentist Malpractice Lawsuits

Jason C. Brown — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 14:34:33 -0600

Dental malpractice is defined as negligence, error or poor quality dental care offered by a dentist or a dental professional. According to reports revealed by the National Practitioner Data Bank, in recent years, almost 15% of the medical malpractice cases involved a dental professional. If you or any of your loved ones has been a victim of dental malpractice then you should seek the assistance of a dental malpractice attorney as soon as possible.

It is a well-known fact that dentistry is a challenging as well as a rewarding profession. Dentists primarily work on the sensitive parts of the oral cavity. Dentists perform dental surgeries with the help of specially designed diamond tipped tools, which minimize the discomfort of the patients.

There are many scenarious that result in dental malpractice. Some of them are:

Inability or failure to detect an oral defect or malformation;
Inappropriate use of dental or surgical utensils;
Injuries to the jaw, lip or tongue nerves;
Installation of dental products of inferior quality;
Serious injury to the oral cavity or the bones and tissues surrounding it; and
Wrongful death because of inappropriate dental procedures or anesthetic

As with any other health care profession, dentistry is associated with a high standard of care. Any breach of duty or care can give rise to instances of dental malpractice or negligence. While it is a fact that every complaint will not give rise to a potential lawsuit, if you believe that you have suffered an injury or loss due to an act of dental malpractice, then it is in your best interest to get in touch with a reputal malpractice attorney who can review your case.

Have you been injured through the malpractice of a dentist? Contact a MN dental malpractice lawyer with the Brown Law Offices, P.A. We offer free consultations at your home, work, hospital or one of our six Twin Cities metro offices. Contact us by calling (612) 789-2100 or submit an inquiry through our online consultation form.

Minnesota Lasik Surgery Malpractice Lawyer Summarizes Lasik Eye Surgery Malpractice Lawsuits

Jason C. Brown — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 14:11:47 -0600

Lasik surgery has increased in popularity in the recent years and many people have improved their vision by utilizing this useful technology. The success rate for Lasik is significant. Still, patients can suffer serious injury (including blindness) as the result of improperly performed Lasik surgery.

It is important to understand the pros and cons of Lasik surgery as its negative effects cannot be totally neglected. Lasik surgery must be performed under certain conditions and ii is important for the treating doctor to perform several medical tests before determining whether Lasik surgery is an appropriate treatment. Failure to conduct a few simple tests constitutes an act of negligence. Surgery performed without examining certain conditions can be disastrous and can make the patient permanently blind.

There are several risk factors involved with Lasik surgery, including:

Total loss of vision or permanent blindness;
Dry eyes;
Frustrating halos; and
Glares and double vision

Lasik surgery does not suit all individuals. Surgery cannot be performed on disqualified candidates. Thousands of people today are choosing Lasik eye surgery in order to relieve themselves of the burden of wearing eyeglasses. Lasik eye surgery is a relatively new process and it can be quite difficult to file a claim against a Lasik surgeon. The waiver documents you sign before Lasik surgery are our biggest concern and it can be very difficult to find an expert who can provide proof of negligence.

If have suffered an injury because Lasik malpractice, you have the right to seek compensation for your wage loss, medical expenses, disfigurement and pain and suffering. Contact a MN Lasik surgery malpractice lawyer with the Brown Law Offices, P.A. We offer free consultations at your home, work, hospital or one of our six Twin Cities metro offices. Contact us by calling (612) 789-2100 or submit an inquiry through our online consultation form.

Minnesota Brachial Plexus Injury Lawyer Discusses Brachial Plexus Lawsuits

Jason C. Brown — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 13:49:24 -0600

Brachial plexus injuries occur when the nerves in the neck and shoulder joints are torn, bruised or stretched during childbirth. This type of injury is often caused by malpractice and the related medical professional is held responsible for child's injuries. Brachial plexus injury is a birth injury and many newborns or infants are required to undergo surgery, therapy, and other types of treatment in order to make a full recovery.

Brachial plexus injury, or BPI, is not a birth defect and typically occurs when the baby leaves the womb in such a manner that a shoulder gets stuck behind the mother’s pelvis. There are several risk factors that can increase the risk of brachial plexus injury, including:

A healthy or a large baby;
Birth involving a breeched child;
Obese or overweight mother;
Mother with a small physique or odd shaped pelvis;
Extended period of labor;
Vacuum extraction of a child; and
Use of forceps during birth process

Brachial plexus injury can heal without treatment in some cases, while other injuries can have devastating effect on the newborn child. This type of a birth injury can be prevented and it is the responsibility of the obstetrician and other medical staff to take proper precautions to prevent a brachial plexus injury.

The treatment options for a brachial plexus injury will vary depending on the severity of the damage. Some effective treatments include:

Nerve surgery for babies under age of one year;
Physical therapy to improve muscle strength in the arm, shoulder, and hand; and
Occupational therapy for improving skills that are required in daily life

If your child has been suffered a brachial plexus injury, you have the right to seek compensation for their loss. Contact a MN brachial plexus injury lawyer with the Brown Law Offices, P.A. We offer free consultations at your home, work, hospital or one of our six Twin Cities metro offices. Contact us by calling (612) 789-2100 or submit an inquiry through our online consultation form.

Minnesota Anesthesia Error Lawyer Outlines Bases for Anesthesiologist Mapractice Lawsuits

Jason C. Brown — Sat, 22 Aug 2009 13:37:36 -0600

Anesthesia errors are one of the most common types of medical malpractice in the United States. Anesthesia management requires plenty of care and experience, and even a minor error can create serious complications for the patient.

Anesthesia errors can be prevented, but unfortunately many anesthesiologists or operating room doctors fail to maintain standard of care and follow proper procedures. Healthcare professionals can be held liable for their negligence under Minnesota law.

In general anesthesia errors are caused due to carelessness or negligence of medical professionals. It is important to understand that a few common factors that can lead to anesthesia errors, including:

Allergic patients are more prone to serious complications;
Overdose of anesthesia;
Failure to provide proper instructions such as not eating or drinking for few hours before and after surgery; and
An inability to avoid drug interactions with the anesthesia itself.

Anesthesia errors are very common. In fact, anesthesia errors occur between 50 and 100 times per day across the country. The risks of serious complications are low, but cases involving death are reported due to medical negligence during the administration of anesthesia.

Some of the more serious consequences of anesthesia errors include:

Heart attack;
Stroke;
Traumatic Brain Injury;
Birth Defects; and
Death

Anesthesia awareness is a growing problem and higher percentages of people are reported to be victims of anesthesia awareness. In this condition a patient under general anesthesia becomes aware of the surrounding, but remains paralyzed at the time of surgery. Many patients suffering from anesthesia awareness are reported to sense severe pain and experience trouble breathing. Anesthesia awareness victims are likely to suffer from extreme mental stress, including post traumatic stress disorder.

Anesthesia errors can and do occur with devastating results. Be aware of your legal rights. The law clearly states that you are eligible to make claims and seek compensation for medical expenses, pain, suffering, and lost wages. It is important to gather the correct information and evidence in order to make valid claim. We suggest contacting Minnesota medical malpractice lawyer at the earliest possible time to avoid complications in the claims process.

If you have been the victim of anesthesia error, you have the right to seek compensation for your losses. Contact a Minnesota anesthesia error lawyer with the Brown Law Offices, P.A. We offer free consultations at your home, work, hospital or one of our six Twin Cities metro offices. Contact us by calling (612) 789-2100 or submit an inquiry through our online consultation form.

Minnesota Birth Injury Lawyer Provides an Overview of Birth Injury Lawsuits

Jason C. Brown — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 14:05:22 -0600

A birth injury can result from medical malpractice. Statistics reveal that millions of infants suffer from birth injuries during delivery. The injuries are realtively nominal in majority of the cases. However, malpractice during the birthing process can cause serious injury or death.

Giving birth to a child is a wonderful experience, but traumatic birth injuries can make a mother or child suffer intolerably. Birth injuries can be prevented. In many cases they are a direct result of negligence or medical malpractice. The related medical professional may be held responsible for injuries caused by their breach of the standard of care.

Common causes of birth injuries include:

Failure to provide adequate care during and after pregnancy period;
Use of vacuums or forceps during birth process;
Undiagnosed complications during pregnancy period
Improper dating;
Other complications during birth process;
Ob/Gyn errors; and
Obstetrical errors

Mild birth injuries, such as jaundice, are likely to cure and are not as serious as some other more complicated birth injuries. Some of the common serious birth injuries include:

Brachial Plexus Palsy;
Erb’s Palsy;
Cerebral Palsy; and
Shoulder Dystocia

Complications such as gestational diabetes and yeast infections develop during the pregnancy period. If not diagnosed at the right time, these medical issues result in serious birth injuries. These conditions must be identified and treated during the pregnancy period in order to prevent further complications. Other complications include fetal infections, poor fetal health condition and Rh incompatibility between the mother and child.

The majority of the birth injuries heal in a timely maner and do not require medical intervention. Conversely, in some very rare cases, birth injuries might cause severe health complications and even death. In such cases, right medical treatment plays a quintessential role in correcting the birth injury. For instance – while Erb’s palsy can be corrected with or without medical intervention, Cerebral Palsy is a birth injury which demands extensive medical attention.

Treatment of birth injuries is a time-taking process and can cause a lot of hardship to the victim and family members. Treating birth injuries can be expensive.The law clearly states that you are eligible to make claims and seek compensation for medical expenses, disfigurement, pain and suffering.

If your child suffered a birth injury, it is important to speak with a lawyer you can trust to handle your case. The Minnesota birth injury lawyers with the Brown Law Offices, P.A. offer skilled, resourceful advocacy. Our lawyers are focused on helping through a difficult time and maximizing the compensation you and your child will receive. You may reach us by calling (612) 789-2100 or completing our free online consultation form.

Minnesota Medical Malpractice Lawyers Unveil Malpractice Blog

Jason C. Brown — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 19:46:08 -0600

The medical malpractice attorneys with the Brown Law Offices, P.A. are pleased to announce their newest online publication, the Minnesota Medical Malpractice Blog. Our malpractice team, lead by attorney Jason Brown, provide this weblog to post useful, easy-to-understand information on key issues such as:

Anesthesia Errors
Birth Injuries
Brachial Plexus Injury
Cerebral Palsy
Defective Medical Devices
Dental Malpractice
Emergency Room Errors
Erbs Palsy
Failure to Diagnose
Gastric Bypass Errors
Hospital Malpractice
Lasik Surgery
Medication Errors
Medical Malpractice
Misdiagnosis
Missed Diagnosis
Nursing Mistakes
Ob/Gyn Errors
Pediatric Errors
Pharmacist Malpractice
Prescription Drug Errors
Surgery Malpractice

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