Delayed Symptoms in Medical Malpractice: When Minor Mistakes Lead to Major Health Issues October 10, 2024
Medical malpractice can occur in ways that aren’t immediately apparent, leading to delayed or misdiagnosed symptoms. In New Jersey, victims of medical malpractice may be unaware of the error until serious health complications arise. Whether due to surgical errors, misdiagnoses, or improper treatment, these delayed symptoms can lead to long-term harm, requiring legal action to recover compensation. What is Medical Malpractice? Medical malpractice refers to the negligence or failure of a healthcare provider to meet the accepted standard of care. This failure can result in serious harm to the patient, including delayed diagnoses or worsening of existing…
read more The Role of Comparative Negligence in Personal Injury Claims: How Shared Fault Affects Compensation October 3, 2024
In many personal injury claims, determining fault is not always straightforward. Sometimes, both parties share responsibility for the accident, which raises questions about how this shared fault affects compensation. In New Jersey, the legal concept of comparative negligence is used to determine the extent to which each party is liable and how it impacts the compensation you can recover. In this blog, we’ll explore what comparative negligence means, how it works in personal injury cases, and how a personal injury lawyer can help maximize your compensation. What is Comparative Negligence? Comparative negligence is a legal doctrine that assigns…
read more What You Should Know About Third-Party Claims After a Work Injury in NJ September 26, 2024
When you suffer a workplace injury in New Jersey, workers’ compensation typically covers your medical bills and a portion of lost wages. However, workers’ compensation has limitations, particularly when it comes to non-economic damages like pain and suffering. If a third party is responsible for your injury, such as a manufacturer of defective equipment or a negligent subcontractor, you may be eligible to file a third-party claim. This type of personal injury lawsuit allows you to seek additional compensation beyond what workers’ compensation provides. What Is a Third-Party Claim? A third-party claim is a personal injury lawsuit filed against…
read more $10.35M Settlement After Doctors Fail to Diagnose Virus September 23, 2024
Brian Drazin and Justin Drazin Published in the New Jersey Law Journal September 19, 2024 By Charles Toutant Article Summary: Brian Drazin and Justin Drazin of Drazin and Warshaw secured a $10.35 million settlement for the family of a 42-year-old man who was rendered blind and partially paralyzed after doctors failed to diagnose an inflammation of the brain caused by Varicella Zoster Virus. The case was besieged by co-defendants pointing the blame on each other and by the intense amount of medical research and analysis required. As Justin Drazin explained, “Over the course of almost five…
read more Do I Have a Case? Signs of Medical Negligence in New Jersey September 13, 2024
Healthcare professionals are expected to provide a certain standard of care. When they fail to meet that expectation, resulting in patient harm, it can give rise to a medical malpractice claim. If you’re unsure whether you have a case, understanding the common signs of these errors and how New Jersey law addresses malpractice can help you take the next steps. What Constitutes Medical Negligence? Medical negligence occurs when a doctor, nurse, or hospital doesn’t follow proper medical standards, causing injury to a patient. The “standard of care” refers to the treatment a qualified professional would provide in a similar…
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