Surgical errors are among the most serious forms of medical negligence. One of the most shocking examples is when a healthy organ is removed by mistake. In a high-profile Florida case, a surgeon mistakenly took out a woman’s healthy kidney during what was meant to be a routine back surgery. These kinds of incidents are …
Losing a loved one is always painful. But when that loss happens in a military hospital—and the family can’t even sue—it adds a new layer of frustration and injustice. That’s precisely what happened in the case of Navy Lieutenant Rebekah Daniel, whose wrongful death became a national example of how current laws limit legal rights …
Your rights are in jeopardy! Congress is currently working on passing new laws that would take away important rights as an American citizen. Please take action immediately to protect the rights you currently have. Each year thousands of patients die in hospitals, medical facilities, and nursing homes due to preventable medical mistakes. As patients, we …
It is with great pleasure that the Tulsa County Bar Association names W. Chad McLain as the 2014 recipient of the Gary C. Clark Distinguished Service Award. This award is given to those who have provided extraordinary service to the Bar and for distinguished contributions to the legal profession. Chad has truly provided extraordinary service …
Bringing a child into the world should be a joyful moment. But for some families, that moment is filled with worry when something doesn’t go as planned during delivery. One possible outcome of complications at birth is a diagnosis of cerebral palsy—a condition that may be linked to medical negligence. In this article, we explain …
Getting a tattoo might seem like a simple personal choice, but it can carry unexpected health risks—especially when unsafe products are involved. A recent FDA recall has spotlighted tattoo inks and needles contaminated with harmful bacteria. This recall raises essential questions about tattoo ink safety and what people can do if they suffer from tattoo-related …
Thousands of patients once trusted metal-on-metal hip implants like Biomet’s M2a Magnum to improve their mobility and quality of life. But for many, the result was far from what was promised. Pain, metal poisoning, and the need for revision surgeries have led to lawsuits across the country—and a significant settlement from Biomet. If you or …
