Under normal circumstances, a product is supposed to be relatively safe and meet a consumer's ordinary expectations. When the product is defective, however, a product does not meet these expectations and could therefore leave a manufacturer liable for any injuries or...
Month: October 2015
Don’t let policy holders tell you you’re negotiating in bad faith
Despite what may be said on the Internet about insurance companies, a majority of adjusters care about getting policy holders fair payments from their claims. Unfortunately, in today's society, all it takes is one bad apple to ruin it for the rest of the insurance...
When an apology isn’t seen as a sign of sympathy
For many people, losing a loved one unexpectedly can be incredibly devastating, leaving most people emotionally devastated. Because doctors, surgeons and nurses are people too, empathy is a common reaction to these sad situations. Upon reflex, a medical professional...
HAIs and a hospital’s risk of facing litigation in New York
Most people, whether they live here in New York or elsewhere in the nation, oftentimes have incredibly high expectations when it comes to the hospitals they visit. Patients expect that hospital staff are well trained and know what they are doing. Patients also expect...
Drug shortages tie doctors hands in treatment options
Patients seeking the best medical care focus on factors such as a hospital's safety record, a surgeon's success rate or testimonials from former patients. When something goes wrong, patients often investigate these same sources first in medical malpractice lawsuits,...