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by Steinberg Goodman & Kalish | Sep 4, 2020 | Personal Injury
Post-traumatic vertigo is a balance disorder that often occurs after a head or neck injury. The condition is common among victims of car crashes, slip and fall accidents, and sports injuries. For some people, symptoms persist for weeks or months after the trauma. For...
On Behalf of Steinberg, Goodman & Kalish | Aug 27, 2020 | Nursing Home Abuse And Neglect
When a parent or other elder loved one who lacks mobility moves into a nursing home, you want to feel confident that facility staff are going to be there to help when need arises. Research shows, though, that your loved one faces a higher risk of falling when living...
by Steinberg Goodman & Kalish | Aug 26, 2020 | Medical Malpractice
Defense medical exams are undertaken by doctors hired by the defendant to investigate and, possibly, undermine a plaintiff's case. If the case does not settle, it is highly likely that the doctor conducting the medical exam will testify against the injured party....
by brucegoodman | Aug 24, 2020 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Doing anything if you have not had adequate sleep can reduce your efficiency and effectiveness. However, participating in some activities, like driving, while fatigued may also pose a major threat to your safety. When you anticipate the need to travel, one of the...
by Steinberg Goodman & Kalish | Aug 19, 2020 | Medical Malpractice
Diagnostic errors are common in pediatric practices with rates as high as 62% in some areas of practice. Pediatric Diagnostic Errors According to recent studies in the Journal of the American Academy of Pediatrics, diagnostic errors commonly occur within the practice...
by brucegoodman | Aug 18, 2020 | Medical Malpractice
During the ongoing health crisis, many Chicago area residents have had to visit their doctor remotely. Although the pandemic discourages people to leave their homes, regular doctor visits are still necessary, especially for those with chronic conditions like heart...
by Steinberg Goodman & Kalish | Aug 12, 2020 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Before getting behind the wheel of a rental car, a driver should understand his/her insurance coverage and liability risks in case of an accident. Understanding Rental Car Liability Getting into a car accident while in a rental car puts the driver at risk for costly...
by Steinberg Goodman & Kalish | Aug 5, 2020 | Nursing Home Abuse And Neglect
The Nursing Home Reform Act (NHRA) helps ensure that residents receive the proper mental and physical care. It establishes guidelines that any nursing home receiving state funding for Medicare and Medicaid services must follow. It also establishes a Bill of Rights for...
by brucegoodman | Aug 3, 2020 | Medical Malpractice
Regardless of the reason why you go to the doctor, chances are that you’re required to fill out and sign a large amount of paperwork. Reading through it all can be daunting, especially when all you want is to receive treatment for your condition. In many instances,...
by Steinberg Goodman & Kalish | Jul 27, 2020 | Medical Malpractice
To prevail in a medical malpractice lawsuit, a plaintiff must prove that a doctor-patient relationship existed, the doctor acted negligently, and that negligence directly caused the plaintiff injury. Medical malpractice lawyers work closely with clients to gather...
