Rocky River Medical Malpractice Blog
What are common causes of medical error?
The term medical error exists as an umbrella that covers many scenarios. But why are medical errors so common? What are the top causes behind these tragic and often preventable issues? Research reveals high rates of error Johns Hopkins Medicine released a study...
Childbirth conditions that may cause birth injuries
The birth of a child is one of life’s most special moments for a parent, but giving birth is also an uncertain experience. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate that medical intervention could prevent nearly 60 percent of maternal mortality cases. ...
Pregnancy-related deaths more common among minorities
Research shows that when you deliver a baby, your chances of experiencing complications or maternal death are higher if you are a minority than if you are white. The risks you and other minority women across Ohio and the nation face when giving birth also increase as...
Are some Ohio hospitals worse than others?
An ambulance, friend or relative may rush you to the nearest possible hospital for treatment if you experience a medical emergency. The attention you receive, however, may fall below the standard duty of care if the facility has poorly maintained resources or...
“Defensive medicine” leads to fewer C-sections
Doctors are often faced with very difficult decisions during the birthing process. After all, giving birth is a dangerous time for mother and child alike, and the wrong decision can lead to any number of complications including birth injuries or even death. Many...
What are potential complications from the use of forceps?
In all of the excitement leading up to the birth of your baby in Ohio, it is easy to overlook the fact that the delivery process itself can still be a complicated medical procedure. Despite all of the advances made in medical science in recent years, your doctor...
How does Ohio rank against other states for healthcare?
In a study conducted by researchers at WalletHub, Ohio ranked 24 out of 50 states (plus the District of Columbia) for its healthcare. With this score, Ohio falls in the middle of the best and worst states for healthcare. In order to make these determinations, the...
Does drowsiness lead to medical mistakes?
Ohio residents like you expect top tier care when you go to a medical facility. This means high standards of cleanliness and attentiveness to patients. It also means providing prompt and accurate service that addresses your health problems. Unfortunately, staff is not...
Identifying a doctor’s errors during childbirth
Whether you recently gave birth, plan to have a child in the near future or your spouse is preparing for childbirth, it is very important to identify doctor errors and negligence right away. For starters, this can reduce the likelihood of serious injuries and other...
U.S. maternal death statistics are likely lower than reality
In January 2020, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released its updated figures for maternal mortality rate in the U.S. The update, which relied on 2018 data, indicated an average of 17.4 maternal deaths per 100,000 live births. These statistics place the...
