Diagnosing Partial Cauda Equina Syndrome Before It Becomes Complete Is Critical to a Patient’s Chances of Recovery
Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES) is a serious medical condition that occurs when the nerves that make up the cauda equina become compressed as a result of a disease or injury. This compression can damage the nerves, leading to nerve dysfunction. […]
Acute vs Gradual Onsets of Cauda Equina Syndrome
Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES) is a rare, but serious medical condition that occurs when the cauda equina, a bundle of nerves located in the lower back at the base of the spine, becomes damaged. Symptoms can include severe pain in […]
UK Adopts New Guidelines for “Red Flags” Pointing to Cauda Equina Syndrome
In response to the growing costs of settling Cauda Equina Syndrome related litigation, the United Kingdom’s National Institute of Health and Care Excellence (NICE) recently adopted new guidelines to help physicians correctly diagnose the symptoms of Cauda Equina Syndrome when […]
Expanded Immunity Has Negative Impact on Two Florida Medical Malpractice Lawsuits
If you ask any Florida personal injury lawyer, they will probably tell you that medical malpractice lawsuits are some of the most difficult cases they handle. Thanks to a recent decision by Florida’s Third District Court of Appeals, it just […]
Do You Need an Autopsy for a Wrongful Death Case in Florida?
The death of a loved one is a difficult, emotional situation that is even more painful when you suspect medical malpractice was the cause of death. In the state of Florida, an autopsy is not required in order to bring […]
How Much Does It Cost an Attorney to File and Try a Tampa Medical Malpractice Case?
As a leading Tampa medical malpractice attorney who has been successfully representing clients in a wide range medical negligence cases for over 20 years, one of the questions Lisa Levine often gets is, how much does it cost to pursue a […]
Foot Drop and Cauda Equina Syndrome
Foot drop, or drop foot, happens due to muscle or nerve damage. People with foot drop can’t flex their foot upwards. As a result, their foot drags along the ground while they walk. Foot drop is most often diagnosed by […]
DEA Seeks to Limit the Use of Opioids Among Patients With Cauda Equina Syndrome and Other Painful Conditions
Patients with Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES) and other chronic pain conditions who rely on opioid medications to relieve their pain have been caught in the middle of the government’s recently declared “war” on opioids. CES occurs when pressure is applied […]
Misdiagnosis Due to a Laboratory Test Error
When a medical testing lab makes a mistake while analyzing a sample obtained from a patient with a potentially dangerous, if not fatal, condition, the results can be tragic. A patient whose condition has been made worse as a result […]
Prescription Medication Errors in Florida Nursing Homes
Many residents of Florida nursing homes must take some form of prescribed medication to maintain their health, manage symptoms of a condition and alleviate discomfort. It’s the responsibly of their doctors to prescribe the correct medications in the proper dosage […]
