Resident-on-resident assaults in nursing homes are a serious problem and those who facilitate or cause the assault can be held liable. As with all assaults, the nursing home and perpetrator can be responsible for both civil and criminal penalties following an assault...
Month: November 2018
When ‘routine surgery’ ends up being ruinous
On Behalf of Steinberg, Goodman & Kalish | Nov 15, 2018 |
Just because your doctor calls a surgical procedure common or routine does not mean it is without risk. Any time a patient undergoes some form of ectomy - the surgical removal of something in the body - something can go wrong. One minor misstep in a Chicago operating...
When Patient Referrals Fall Through the Cracks
On Behalf of Steinberg, Goodman & Kalish | Nov 15, 2018 | Medical Malpractice
Failure in the referral management process can delay treatment, increase the risk of negative outcomes, and lead to death. When primary care physicians and specialists do not share critical information regarding a patient's health, it is the patient that suffers the...
Are Your Injuries Significant Enough to Warrant a Lawsuit?
On Behalf of Steinberg, Goodman & Kalish | Nov 12, 2018 |
Personal injuries do not have to be severe in order for plaintiffs to pursue and secure compensation for their treatment and the pain and suffering they create. In Illinois, individuals can pursue compensation for minor injuries such as cuts and lacerations, broken...
Recognizing the Hidden Signs of a TBI [infographic]
On Behalf of Steinberg, Goodman & Kalish | Nov 7, 2018 | Firm News
Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) do not always cause readily apparent signs and symptoms and close monitoring following a suspected injury is essential for the administration of prompt treatment. When an injury is "silent," early recognition of signs and symptoms can...
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