Poor record keeping, including incomplete documentation, ranks among the top 10reasons that physicians get sued — and rightly so. While more and more doctors offices are moving toward computerized records that allow them to track your health history, send your prescriptions directly to the pharmacy and keep an updated list of your conditions, the electronic system is far from perfect.…
The recent trend shows that not as many lawsuits for medical malpractice are seeing success through settlements or the court system. This is not all bad news however as on the whole, those who succeed are getting larger awards than they were in the past. The reason behind the changes is likely tort reform, which focus on reducing frivolous lawsuits…
Are women who select home births with the assistance of midwives being told just how dangerous the practice can be? Or, are they being given a rosy picture of a home birth, which is painted as “more natural” and inherently better for the mother and child? Home births are less likely to result in medical intervention — but those interventions…
There are many ways to reduce your risk of suffering from medical malpractice. One of the first things you can do is to make sure your physician is really listening to your concerns. If you feel that he or she is writing off what you’re saying or dismissing your concerns, you may wish to get a second opinion. Sticking with…
Those who work in the health care field serving patients should be commended and appreciated, whether they are a physician, a nurse or a nurse’s assistant. At all levels, these jobs carry risks that most don’t have to deal with. One risk that is especially worrisome for many is getting injured by sharps while on duty. What are Sharps Related…
While motor vehicles are a part of life for many in the state of Ohio, their use can also result in serious injuries and even death. During the year 2016 there were 1,132 traffic-related fatalities in Ohio. Fatality Statistics One positive statistic related to traffic deaths in Ohio involves the use of seatbelts. Fatalities of unbelted drivers and/or passengers decreased…
Throughout the state of Ohio people rely on nursing homes to provide loved ones the care they cannot provide themselves. Unfortunately not all of these facilities provide the expected level of care. Sometimes the action, or lack thereof, taken by employees endangers the lives of residents. In the worst cases they could result in death. Statistics and ratings provide information…
A March 21 report shows that a new law will be affecting the way guns are handled in workplaces. Ohio will not allow handguns to be banned from company property, meaning that employees can now bring their guns to work. Anyone who has a state permit to carry a concealed gun may bring it to work, according to the law,…
When your loved one goes into a nursing home, you expect proper care and compassion. If you found out that he or she suffered because a worker wanted to torture him or her, you’d be furious. That’s what happened in this case in Ohio. According to the March 19 report, a resident at Park East Care and Rehab Center was…