As attorneys who represent plaintiffs, we’re often asked for our perspective on the infamous McDonald’s spilled hot coffee case. You’ve probably heard the story — a woman spilled hot coffee on her lap, sued, and a jury suggested damages in the millions of dollars. The case, even two decades later, remains a symbol to many of outrageous, frivolous lawsuits. Continue reading
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Preventable medical errors may lead to far more patient deaths each year than previously accepted estimates, according to a new report published in the Journal of Patient Safety. The new study, by John T. James, a toxicologist and founder of…
Read MoreRobotic devices are a staple in many hospital operating rooms, though robotic surgery can carry risks to patient safety. Now anesthesiologists are raising concerns about a new robotic device used to sedate patients having colonoscopies. Johnson & Johnson, the parent…
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