A Cervical Cancer Misdiagnosis Can Endanger a Woman’s Health
In developed countries like the United States, cervical cancer is a highly preventable disease. When detected in its earliest stages, cervical cancer can be effectively treated and has…
Is a Misdiagnosis or Failure to Diagnose Medical Error Always a Medical Malpractice Case?
When a doctor fails to provide a patient with the proper standard of care — say, by misdiagnosing or failing to diagnose a serious medical condition — and…
Patients at Risk of Medical Errors Due to Doctor Burnout
The results of a recent study “Physician Burnout, Well-being, and Work Unit Safety Grades in Relationship to Reported Medical Errors” published in the Mayo Clinic Proceedings revealed a…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
The Importance of Correctly Diagnosing Cauda Equina Syndrome
As nationwide Cauda Equina Syndrome attorneys, we have seen the tragedy that can result when a doctor or other healthcare professional fails to properly diagnose and treat a…
Can I File a Medical Malpractice Suit Against an Urgent Care Center or Freestanding ER in Florida?
Standalone/freestanding emergency rooms and urgent care centers are popping up all over Florida. They provide a wide range of medical services without the long waits typically associated with…
Negligent Prescription Errors and Pharmacist Medical Malpractice in Florida
When a patient picks up a prescription medication from a pharmacy, they have a right to expect that the prescription has been filled correctly, according to their physician’s…
Filing a Medical Malpractice Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Florida
Doctors and other healthcare professionals owe their patients a certain quality of care. Medical malpractice happens when healthcare professionals fail in their duty to provide adequate care to…
Poor Wound Care Can Be a Sign of Fort Lauderdale Nursing Home Negligence
In Florida, nursing home negligence towards residents can take many forms, from psychological abuse to medical malpractice. Under the law, nursing homes owe their residents a certain level…
Cauda Equina Syndrome after a Lumbar Puncture
A Routine Medical Procedure A lumbar puncture (also called a spinal tap) is a standard diagnostic procedure that involves inserting a needle into the lumbar area of the…
CES by Any Other Name – Common Misdiagnoses of Cauda Equina Syndrome
Have you ever considered the importance of an accurate medical diagnosis? Particularly when it comes to spinal injuries, the margin for error is narrow. One such severe spinal…
Sciatica or Cauda Equina Syndrome – Red Flags Your Doctor Should Look For
Sciatica and Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES) can share similar symptoms. Because CES is a medical emergency, it’s important for doctors to know the Cauda Equina Syndrome red flags…