Pennsylvania - Medical Malpractice – Nursing Home Neglect, Elder Abuse, Medical Negligence Lawyers in Erie and Edinboro
According to a recent study by the Institute of Medicine of the National Academy of Sciences, as many as 98,000 patients die each
year as a result of medical malpractice. When a health care professional’s negligence results in serious injury, victims often
suffer long-term physical, emotional, and financial damages.
Medical malpractice exists when a physician or another health care professional fails to do something in treating
a patient that they should have done or when they do something that a reasonably careful, similarly licensed professional would
not do. Medical negligence exists when a health care provider fails to do what a similarly licensed, reasonably
careful provider should have done in the same scenario. Some examples of medical malpractice and negligence include:
If you or a loved one is the victim of medical malpractice or negligence, contact our lawyers in Erie or Edinboro, Pennsylvania
today. Whether you have a nursing home neglect, elder abuse, or another type of medical malpractice lawsuit, our lawyers can
advise you of your legal options and may be able to help you win compensation. Contact The Travis
Law Firm if you would like a case evaluation. Our medical malpractice lawyers will examine your case and help you in your
lawsuit.
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Nursing Home Neglect/Elder Abuse
According to recent statistics from the National Aging Resource Center, between one and two million Americans age 65 or older
have been injured, exploited, or mistreated by someone whom they depended on for care and protection. Nursing home abuse violations
discovered during annual state inspections have nearly tripled in the last decade. From 1999 to 2000, nine percent (1,601 nursing
homes) were cited for causing actual harm or immediate jeopardy to their residents. Over the same period, 30 percent (5,283 nursing
homes) were cited for an elder abuse violation that had potential to cause harm.
The elderly are this country’s fastest growing segment of the population, creating a sharp increase in the number of patients
dependent on long-term medical care. Increased demand coupled with improperly or inadequately staffed nursing homes have led
to devastating cases of neglect and elder abuse. At the Travis Law Firm, our skilled Pennsylvania
nursing home neglect lawyers, defend victims’ rights and will take action against those responsible. Contact our medical
malpractice lawyers in Erie or Edinboro if you would like more information on nursing home neglect or elder abuse lawsuits.
If you suspect that you or someone you love has been injured as a result of nursing home neglect or elder abuse, document and
report the problem immediately. Report violations to:
Nursing Home Neglect Includes:
- Failure to assist in personal hygiene
- Failure to provide appropriate medical care
- Failure to provide appropriate food, clothing, and shelter
- Failure to prevent or treat malnutrition and dehydration
- Failure to prevent falls
Warning Signs of Elder Abuse:
- Development of bed sores and ulcers
- Open wounds, cuts, bruises, or welts
- Injuries resulting from restraint
- Broken bones
- Excessive or rapid weight loss
Contact our Pennsylvania nursing home neglect and elder abuse lawyers today. We will assist you with your elder abuse lawsuit
and make sure parties are held responsible. Arrange a case evaluation with our medical malpractice lawyers in Erie and Edinboro
today.
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Hospital Mistakes and Negligence
According to a recent Institute of Medicine report, hospital mistakes account for 48 percent of medical malpractice claims. The
study concludes that roughly 70 percent of these medical errors are preventable. The report lists the causes of errors as:
- Technical errors – 44 percent
- Misdiagnosis – 17 percent
- Failure to prevent injury – 12 percent
- Medication errors – 10 percent
Common hospital mistakes that could lead to serious injury or wrongful death include:
medication errors, surgical errors, and obstetrical mistakes. Negligence occurs when a hospital does not follow proper safety
precautions or fails to provide basic care. If you or a family member is injured by a hospital mistake or negligence, contact
our medical malpractice lawyers in Erie and Edinboro today.
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Surgical Injuries
All surgeries carry a degree of risk or the possibility of error. However, sometimes avoidable errors may be made in the administration
of surgery. These errors include:
- Surgical site mistakes
- Blood type mistakes
- Infections caused by surgery
- Surgical instruments left inside the patient’s body
- Wrong patient mistakes
- Anesthesia mistakes
Our medical malpractice lawyers are experienced in surgical injury cases. The Travis Law Firm – with offices in Erie and Edinboro
– provides trustworthy representation to Erie County, Warren County, Crawford County, and all of Western Pennsylvania.
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Failure to Diagnose/Misdiagnosis
One of the most costly medical errors, failure to diagnose or misdiagnosis leads to delayed, omitted, or inappropriate medical
treatments. According to an Institute of Medicine study error rates range from 1.4 percent in cancer biopsies to a 20 to 40 percent
in emergency room or ICU care.
Contact the Travis Law Firm if you are a medical malpractice victim. You may be eligible to
financial compensation for your injuries. We can help steer your life back on track. Statutes of limitations may apply, don’t
delay.
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Birth Injury
Birth injuries are physical injuries or deformities that are the direct result of childbirth. Studies show nearly three percent
of American babies suffer birth defects. These injuries, often avoidable, can result in lifetime disability or deformity.
Common Birth Injuries Include:
- Cerebral palsy
- Brain or spinal cord damage
- Oxygen deprivation
- Bone fractures
- Mental retardation
- Bruising and skin irritation
- Erb’s palsy
- Paralysis
- Klumpke’s palsy Infections
- Brachial plexus
- Internal bleeding
- Injury due to forceps
- Wrongful death
If your child has suffered a birth injury, contact our Erie or Edinboro offices today. Our
Pennsylvania medical malpractice lawyers can help hold the responsible parties liable for their actions.
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Contact Our Medical Malpractice and Nursing Home Neglect Lawyers
If you or a loved one is the victim of the negligence of a health care professional, contact our
trustworthy Pennsylvania lawyers today. We represent victims of nursing home neglect, elder abuse, birth injuries, surgical
injuries, and other forms of medical malpractice. Contact the Travis Law Firm’s offices in
Erie or Edinboro if you would like a case evaluation. Our medical malpractice lawyers will examine your case and help
you with a successful lawsuit.
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