You could file a complaint if you notice a public health risk or safety hazard while receiving medical treatment or working in New Jersey. Where you file the complaint depends on what type of healthcare provider you're raising concerns about, such as a facility,...
People trust that their physician will figure out the underlying cause of their health concerns and recommend the appropriate treatment based on their needs. Unfortunately, medical mistakes are a very common issue across the country. In fact, medical malpractice is...
Obtaining the right diagnosis is of the utmost importance for those who are concerned about their current medical conditions. The underlying cause of their symptoms will determine what kind of treatment might help to not only alleviate their symptoms but – potentially...
When you visit a doctor in New Jersey and learn that you might have a serious illness, it can be a frightening experience. However, if you find out that you were misdiagnosed and could have an illness that's more severe or that you don't have at all, you could...
Every 20 minutes, a baby is born with a birth injury, equaling 30,000 newborns every year or an average of 500 per week. While the percentage is considered small, the impact on parents and children is significant. The most common birth injuries include: Nerve damage,...
New Jersey has laws about what counts as medical malpractice. Residents may file a lawsuit if their healthcare provider has breached the standard duty of care. A key component of eligibility for damages is the plaintiff must have experienced harm from the negligence....
Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a type of arthritis that causes joint and ligament inflammation in the spine. Over time, AS may result in the fusion of bones in the spine. While no cure exists for AS, early detection may help slow down the progression of the disease....
As a patient, you may have heard the terms malpractice and negligence used interchangeably, but they are distinct legal concepts. In New Jersey, medical malpractice refers to a specific failure to adhere to the accepted standards of care in the medical community,...
Hospital errors are a significant and often overlooked contributor to the leading causes of death in the United States and New Jersey. According to a study published in the Journal of Patient Safety, medical errors may be the third leading cause of death in the U.S.,...
Many residents of New Jersey and other areas have autism. However, some may go years misdiagnosed or even undiagnosed. This trend significantly affects women, and these are a few reasons why. Understanding autism spectrum disorder Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a...