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On Behalf of Steinberg, Goodman & Kalish | Mar 9, 2021 | Birth Injuries, Medical Malpractice
The risks associated with Cesarean sections far outweigh those associated with traditional vaginal births. This raises questions about why the C-section rate continues to rise across the United States. Currently, the rate of C-section births far exceeds that...
by Steinberg Goodman & Kalish | Mar 4, 2021 | Medical Malpractice
The negligence of a doctor, nurse, or any other hospital worker can cause a child’s quadriparesis. The debilitating condition can occur as a result of a birth injury that harms the nervous system. Improper monitoring of the mother or baby and incorrect use of tools...
by Steinberg Goodman & Kalish | Feb 25, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse And Neglect
Nursing homes cannot always be counted on to follow care plans. Although the plans are put in place to ensure the highest quality of care for residents, they are sometimes disregarded by nursing homes. Factors like staff turnover and understaffed facilities result in...
On Behalf of Steinberg, Goodman & Kalish | Feb 24, 2021 | Medical Malpractice
Regardless of how experienced your doctor is, there is always a risk of human error disrupting your health care and compromising your well-being. When you prioritize communication and build a good relationship with your doctor, you can play a proactive part in your...
by Steinberg Goodman & Kalish | Feb 18, 2021 | Birth Injuries
The cause of autism has eluded scientists and health care professionals for years. Recent studies appear to suggest that pregnancy-related factors increase a child’s risk for autism. Potential Autism Risk Factors The prevalence of autism in the United States has been...
On Behalf of Steinberg, Goodman & Kalish | Feb 15, 2021 | Medical Malpractice
A wide variety of health conditions require the use of medical devices, which include surgical equipment, hospital supplies, prosthetic devices, medical appliances, visual and hearing aids and diagnostic equipment. Unfortunately, these devices may have certain flaws...
by Steinberg Goodman & Kalish | Feb 11, 2021 | Medical Malpractice
Several studies have shown communication failure to be a leading cause of preventable deaths in the medical arena. Alarming Findings on Communication Failure A study from the 1990s found miscommunication to contribute to between 44,000 and 98,000 deaths in American...
by Steinberg Goodman & Kalish | Feb 4, 2021 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
If the at-fault driver does not own the vehicle that he or she crashed, the owner can be held responsible for the damages that occur. Liability might attach to the owner if the driver was the owner’s agent at the time of the crash or the owner negligently entrusted...
by Steinberg Goodman & Kalish | Jan 25, 2021 | Premises Liability
When a guest is injured in an Airbnb, the host or Airbnb may be liable. The guest may recover compensation from the property owner or directly from Airbnb through the Host Protection Insurance. When Is an Airbnb Owner Liable? An Airbnb host uses his or her property...
by brucegoodman | Jan 22, 2021 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Dash cameras are quickly becoming a popular add on to vehicles. You may even have one in your own car. These cameras can capture everything that occurs as you drive, which can be a huge benefit if you find yourself in an accident. How Stuff Works explains that...
