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As experts in medical malpractice and product liability law, the team at the Law Offices of Joseph Lichtenstein maintains a blog to educate our clients. Read our blog posts to learn about what we do, and contact us to get personalized guidance on your unique case.
In the United States, people spend over $10,000 a year on average for their health care costs every year. And anyone who watches the news can tell you that these costs aren’t likely to go down anytime soon. Drug costs are expected to rise almost 12 percent in 2017 and experts predict that insurance premiums will…
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Are you a victim of sexual misconduct who is considering filing a lawsuit? The litigation of any matter can be mentally and emotionally trying for you and your family. But because of the unique nature of sexual misconduct cases, this may be an even bigger concern you have. Read on to learn 7 things you…
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You have a new baby and suddenly another life is completely dependent on you. It’s normal to worry about everything. But if your newborn baby’s skin and eyes seem yellow, these could be signs of jaundice. WebMD says that jaundice in babies can lead to brain damage, so it’s crucial to diagnose it quickly. Jaundice…
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The uterus, also more commonly known as the womb, is a vital part of the female reproductive system. The uterus is responsible for the development and nourishment of the baby as the pregnancy advances. As such, the uterus is an extremely well-controlled environment. It is largely shielded from external factors that might harm the baby.…
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Kernicterus is a form of brain damage which can affect infants shortly after birth. It occurs when the amount of bilirubin in the blood is too high. While bilirubin is crucial to the processes of the body, too much is toxic to the body. In fact, depending on the exposure of bilirubin to the body, the…
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Giving birth is one of the most amazing feats of our human experience. Unfortunately, pregnancies and childbirth can suffer complications. One complication that is not as documented as other cases is brachial plexus injury. The most common pregnancy complications include: Ectopic pregnancy – when a fertilized egg is outside the uterus. This means the baby can’t…
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It’s every parent’s worst nightmare. Something is not quite right with your new-born child. Unfortunately, there are a host of things that can go wrong during the delivery of a baby, none of them is your fault, and some of them can be avoided. Medical records tell us that children have suffered from physical birth…
Read MoreCancer misdiagnosis cases are complex and require extensive legal scrutiny, time, and legal expertise. As if the news isn’t hard enough for victims, they must also scramble to figure out what to do next. This guide compiles much of the complicated information that’s already out there into basic, easy-to-read steps for you to follow. Introduction…
Read MoreSurgery is physically and emotionally. And the last thing you need are extra complications that slow down your recovery. But this doesn’t mean you’re responsible for those complications. If you or a loved one have suffered surgical injuries from a medical operation, you may be entitled to legal action and collect damages for your extra suffering.…
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Imagine that you or a loved one are feeling “off” one day, or are even in pain. You go to your physician, they give you a cursory once-over, and say you’ll be fine. You’re not fine. Days go by, and you feel worse. So you go for a second opinion. You find out you have…
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