On February 7, 2022, medical device manufacturer Exactech notified surgeons that improperly packaged knee and ankle inserts were used in nearly 150,000 surgeries. These polyethylene plastic devices are designed to fit between metal parts in ankle and knee replacements to cushion joints. A patient should…
Cerebral palsy is a group of closely related neurological disorders characterized by damage to a fetus or infant’s brain. People with cerebral palsy may not develop regular muscle tone and often struggle to control their movement and posture. Cerebral palsy is usually caused by damage…
Whether you are sick, hurt, or visiting a patient, few people would fault you for thinking the hospital is the safest place to be. However, an unfortunate number of accidents occur inside medical facilities. Each and every year, thousands of people slip, trip or fall,…
Cerebral palsy lawsuits may provide an essential financial recovery for children who suffer cerebral palsy because of medical malpractice. In many cerebral palsy cases, the central question is whether the child was deprived of oxygen because of medical negligence. However, oxygen deprivation is not the…
Wandering & elopement injuries are dangerous issues for nursing home residents. If you love someone in a nursing home, we encourage you to learn more about these issues, how to prevent injuries, and how our Louisville personal injury lawyers can help if nursing home neglect causes…
Nursing home workers have challenging jobs. They do the essential work of caring for residents and keeping them safe. Their job requires understanding, patience, support, and training. Otherwise, a nursing home worker may become frustrated, stressed, and overworked. In these situations, staff may make the…