One of the most common questions clients have is “Why should a hire a lawyer?”. Sometimes they’ve been told by family or friends that they can handle the case on… CONTINUE
The most tragic and mundane of malpractice
The TV show “House” gives vivid descriptions of unusual diseases wreaking havoc that can only be saved by a brilliant team of professionals thinking outside the box for the one… CONTINUE
Thinking About Damages Part 2: Another Trial?
Shortly after posting about the issue of damages in light of the O’Donnell Park verdict, it was announced that another trial was to take place. Why? Understanding why the defendants… CONTINUE
Thinking About Damages
The tragic events of O’Donnell Park have come to a close with a Milwaukee County Jury awarding $39 million to the people injured or killed by the falling concrete panel…. CONTINUE
Mild Traumatic Brain Injuries – the injuries formerly known as concussions (Part 1)
Seeing Stars. Shook up on the play. … CONTINUE
What’s in a name? Everything for prescription drugs.
Similar & Sound-alike Drugs Can Kill Like many of us, when a new drug is introduced by TV advertisement, you are flummoxed by the name. Drug names frequently appear to… CONTINUE
Electronic Medical Records – Be aware of the risks!
Recent articles have highlighted both the benefits and risks of electronic medical records. The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review featured an article discussing the risks of electronic medical records in drug dosages…. CONTINUE
Dangerous Dogs?
Any discussion of dangerous dogs can quickly descend into an argument between two factions – the ‘no bad dogs, only bad owners’ camp and the ‘breed is destiny’ camp. While… CONTINUE
For want of a nail – or a strong plastic bag?
A Nebraska man has sued Wal-Mart, claiming that it caused his wife’s death. How? Recall the famous poem: For want of a nail the shoe was lost. For want of… CONTINUE
Don’t Send Texts to Drivers!
In a first-in-the-nation holding, a New Jersey appellate court ruled that sending a text to a driver you know is behind the wheel can land you in hot water. The… CONTINUE