May 27, 2010
A Congressional hearing set to begin today will look into a Pennsylvania drug plant plagued with quality control problems that resulted in a massive nationwide recall of children’s Tylenol as well as dozens of other pediatric medicines, including Motrin, Zyrtec and Benadryl. The Fort Washington Plant, in suburban Philadelphia, is run by McNeil Consumer Healthcare, a subsidiary […]
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May 26, 2010
Infants who are born suffering from a lack of oxygen are far more likely to endure severe brain injury and, potentially, permanent disability. Lack of oxygen can occur both in the womb, if the fetus’ umbilical cord becomes wrapped around its neck, or during delivery. In certain cases of hospital negligence, an infant’s distress signals […]
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May 21, 2010
Researchers from Weill Cornell Medical College recently concluded a study regarding the efficacy of “e-prescription” technology. These electronic prescribing systems are viewed by many in the medical field as extremely valuable and necessary tools that can save money, improve efficiency and, most importantly, prevent dangerous medication errors. In general, electronic prescribing systems are designed to […]
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May 19, 2010
A recent report by Ronald D. Castille, Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania, indicates that the number of medical malpractice lawsuits filed in the state has declined for the fifth year in a row. To illustrate, there were approximately 1,533 new medical malpractice lawsuits filed in Pennsylvania courts in 2009, down from 1,602 […]
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May 14, 2010
Are children diagnosed with concussions receiving proper treatment for their potentially serious brain injuries? According to a recent study in the medical journal Pediatrics, the answer is often no. Carol DeMatteo, an associate clinical professor at McMaster University’s School of Rehabilitation Science and the author of the aforementioned study, found that those children whose serious […]
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May 3, 2010
Welcome to the blog for Richards & Richards, LLP. Established in 1968, we offer caring and comprehensive representation to clients throughout Pennsylvania who have been seriously injured by medical malpractice or hospital negligence. Above all else, we are committed to helping our clients secure justice. We view this blog as an opportunity to not only […]
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