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On Behalf of Steinberg, Goodman & Kalish | Aug 17, 2018 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
School buses bulky design and slow speeds help reduce the risk of injury and death, but that doesn't mean that they don't pose a risk to passenger safety. Like any other large vehicle, school buses can topple, be blown off the road, or become involved in collisions at...
On Behalf of Steinberg, Goodman & Kalish | Aug 13, 2018 | Medical Malpractice
Even with advanced diagnostic techniques, misdiagnosis of mesothelioma is common and can significantly impact a patient's recovery prospects. The longer the delay, the greater the likelihood that the cancer will spread throughout the body which will further reduce the...
On Behalf of Steinberg, Goodman & Kalish | Aug 6, 2018 | Birth Injuries
The administration of anesthesia to pregnant women and young children may negatively affect the neurological development of the child. Warnings issued by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in 2016 strongly caution against the use of general anesthetic or sedatives...
On Behalf of Steinberg, Goodman & Kalish | Jul 23, 2018 |
Medication errors can have potentially deadly consequences and every 21 seconds these mistakes cause someone in the U.S. to call poison control. The errors most commonly recorded include incorrect dosages, incorrect administration, ingestion or administration of...
On Behalf of Steinberg, Goodman & Kalish | Jul 18, 2018 | Motor Vehicle Accidents, Personal Injury
Hot weather can significantly impact tire performance and increase the risk of having a blowout. Considering the effect of increased temperatures on tire stability and taking the time to adjust pressure and vehicle load can reduce the possibility of a blowout....
On Behalf of Steinberg, Goodman & Kalish | Jul 13, 2018 | Nursing Home Abuse And Neglect
Video surveillance is a powerful tool that can deter nursing home abuse. However, cameras are not foolproof and when deterrence fails, the recordings they capture unassailable evidence that a crime has been committed. Using Cameras in Illinois Nursing Homes As...
On Behalf of Steinberg, Goodman & Kalish | Jul 6, 2018 | Medical Malpractice
Choosing the best Chicago medical malpractice lawyer is a subjective decision, but there are objective factors plaintiffs should consider. Attorneys are prohibited from claiming they are the best, but clients can determine whether an attorney has the particular...
On Behalf of Steinberg, Goodman & Kalish | Jun 25, 2018 | Medical Malpractice
A plastic surgery mistake can cause permanent disfigurement and life-altering injuries to patients. These errors can result from miscommunication, lack of training, lack of experience, and failure of medical personnel to properly prepare the patient for the procedure....
On Behalf of Steinberg, Goodman & Kalish | Jun 22, 2018 | Nursing Home Abuse And Neglect
To recover damages in a nursing home abuse lawsuit, it is necessary for the plaintiff to establish that abuse occurred and that the patient suffered either physical, financial, or emotional harm as a result. This requires the collection and presentation of evidence...
On Behalf of Steinberg, Goodman & Kalish | Jun 18, 2018 | Medical Malpractice
Healthcare providers who lie to patients deny them the information needed to make informed decisions and in the process place patient trust and safety in jeopardy. Physicians, nurses, and other healthcare staff have a duty to their patients that includes providing...
