http://www.mellinorobenalt.com/blog/ Mellino Robenalt LLC Blog en-us 2012 Mellino Robenalt LLC, All Rights Reserved, Reproduced with Permission http://www.mellinorobenalt.com/blog/ Sat, 19 May 2012 04:48:31 GMT http://www.mellinorobenalt.com/images/logoprint.gif http://www.mellinorobenalt.com/blog/ Wrong site surgery is a form of preventable medical malpractice. When you or someone you love is a victim, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries. A Cleveland medical malpractice attorney will evaluate your case to determine the types of damages that may be recoverable. 

All surgeons must follow universal pre-surgery protocol before operating on a patient. It is intended to avoid serious mistakes, such as performing surgery on the wrong site.

The first step in universal pre-surgery protocol is to review the patient’s medical records. The medical staff should be on the same page as far as what type of procedure is being done, i.e. that the procedure is performed on the correct patient and the site of surgery is correct.

The second step is to clearly mark the surgical site. This should be done by a member of the surgical team.

The third step is to take a time out. Before the incision is made, the surgical team should go over the procedure again. It is a way to double check for any possible mistakes.

A failure to follow any of these steps could lead to wrong site surgery. This is a serious form of medical malpractice that can cause serious complications and give grounds for a claim.

Consulting with a Cleveland Medical Malpractice Attorney
 
The decision to pursue a medical malpractice claim is a serious. Before you decide to take this step, order our FREE Ohio medical malpractice guide. This guide can help you better understand your legal rights and the options that may be available when you believe you have been the victim of medical negligence.

To schedule a FREE consultation, contact theClevelandmedical malpractice attorney team at Mellino Robenalt LLC today – 440-333-3800 or 888-457-1147.
]]> http://www.mellinorobenalt.com/blog/ohio%2Dmedical%2Dmalpractice%2Dwrong%2Dsite%2Dsurgery%2Dpreventable%2Dmeasures%2Ecfm www.mellinorobenalt.com-81737 Thu, 17 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT medical malpractice complaint. Your complaint will lay the foundation for your claim. 

The first step is to speak with an Ohio medical malpractice attorney with experience handling these cases. He or she will explain your rights and will help determine if have a legitimate case worth pursuing.

The second step is to file your complaint. The accused medical professional will have a specified timeframe in which to respond, usually 20 days. They may either agree with your complaint or deny it.

The third step is to counter any denials. You will also have a specified timeframe in which to respond.

The fourth step is the discovery phase, which begins when all the filings have been completed. This may last several months depending on the circumstances.

The last step is to negotiate a settlement or go to trial. Either way, a resolution will eventually be reached.

Filing a medical malpractice complaint may seem like a stressful, overwhelming process, but it can be made easier by securing legal representation.

Consulting with an Ohio Medical Malpractice Attorney
 
The decision to pursue a medical malpractice claim is a serious one. Before you decide to take this step, check out our FREE Ohio medical malpractice guide. This guide will help you better understand your legal rights and the options that may be available when you believe you have been the victim of medical negligence.

To schedule a FREE consultation, contact theClevelandmedical malpractice lawyer team at Mellino Robenalt LLC today – 440-333-3800 or 888-457-1147.
]]> http://www.mellinorobenalt.com/blog/5%2Dsteps%2Din%2Dfiling%2Dan%2Dohio%2Dmedical%2Dmalpractice%2Dcomplaint%2Ecfm www.mellinorobenalt.com-81681 Wed, 16 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT medical malpractice case is mentioned, the first thing that comes to mind is a doctor making an error that harms a patient; however, nurses can also make errors that cause harm, and many people have experienced incidents of nurse negligence that lead to injury or illness. 

Nurses play an important part in the workings of a hospital or medical practice. They respond to patient needs and bring patients' concerns to the doctor; they assist in the operating room and in recovery rooms.

Common Examples of Nurse Negligence

When a nurse is careless or negligent, it can have a major impact on a patient's course of treatment and recovery. Some examples of nurse negligence include:

• Medication errors. For example, if the nurse administers the wrong medication or administers it in an incorrect way, with harmful results.
• Failing to act. If a situation requires action to help a patient and the nurse does nothing.
• Mishandling medical equipment of supplies. Nurses are expected to use many kinds of medical items competently. If a nurse is negligent, he or she can end up dropping things onto (or into) a patient, causing burns, bruises, or other injuries.

In a medical malpractice case involving a nurse, it needs to be determined who is responsible for the nurse's negligence. If the nurse is a hospital employee, the hospital is usually responsible. Sometimes an attending doctor may be responsible, depending on whether he or she was present at the time the negligence occurred and could have prevented it.

Contacting an Ohio Medical Malpractice Attorney

Have you or a loved one been injured because of a mistake made by a doctor, nurse or hospital? If so, you may be entitled to compensation for medical malpractice. The law firm of Mellino Robenalt  LLC., has years of experience helping victims of malpractice pursue damages for their injuries. Call 888-457-1147 today to speak with a lawyer who understand what you've been through. 
]]> http://www.mellinorobenalt.com/blog/your%2Dohio%2Dmedical%2Dmalpractice%2Dcase%2Dcould%2Dbe%2Dagainst%2Da%2Dnegligent%2Dnurse%2Ecfm www.mellinorobenalt.com-81376 Tue, 15 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT surgical malpractice has caught national attention and shed new light on the consequences of physician error.

According to Renal & Urology News, Airman Colton Read is bringing a lawsuit against theDavidGrantMedicalCenter, the Air Force, and the U.S. Government because of serious injuries he suffered during what was meant to be a routine surgery. His suit will challenge the Feres Doctrine, an act that states, in short, that military members are not allowed to sue the U.S. Government for injuries suffered in the line of duty.

Read's injuries occurred when he went in for laparoscopic gallbladder surgery prior to his deployment. During the procedure, a surgeon accidentally cut his aorta, causing him to bleed profusely, setting off a chain of events that eventually left him disabled.

After doctors delayed his transport for 9 hours to a civilian hospital, Read suffered loss of circulation to his extremities, which ultimately lead to the loss of both of his legs. This tragic incident of surgical malpractice could have been prevented.

Read's attorneys are asking for more than $50 million in damages to compensate for his pain, suffering, disfigurement, mental anguish, and his wife's loss of consortium (marital relationship) with her husband.

Contacting an Ohio Medical Malpractice Attorney

Have you or a loved one been injured because of a mistake made by a doctor, nurse or hospital? If so, you may be entitled to compensation for medical malpractice. The law firm of Mellino Robenalt LLC, have years of experience helping victims of malpractice pursue damages for their injuries. Call 888-457-1147 today to speak with a lawyer who understands what you've been through. 
]]> http://www.mellinorobenalt.com/blog/former%2Dairman%2Dfiles%2Dmajor%2Dmedical%2Dmalpractice%2Dsuit%2Dagainst%2Dgovernment%2Ecfm www.mellinorobenalt.com-81311 Mon, 14 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT When pursuing an Ohio pediatric medical malpractice case, one of the first questions many people ask is how long the process will take from start to finish. This includes the time they take their case to an attorney to the time they can expect to collect malpractice damages. 

That's a very difficult question to answer with any certainty because every case is different. Some cases, due to their complexity, will take longer than others. The length of the case depends on many factors, particularly on whether it goes to trial or is settled out of court, and at what stage of the litigation process the settlement takes place.

As a general estimate, a medical malpractice case can take around 1 to 2 years to complete. This does not include the time it takes to prepare the case. There is a great deal of paperwork involved in this type of case. There are also waiting times to process the legal papers and waiting to hear from expert witnesses.

At first it can seem like a very long wait, but the time can go by more quickly than you realize. Your attorney knows that your family has suffered mental and emotional pain and will be working toward getting you the malpractice damages you seek.

Contacting an Ohio Pediatric Medical Malpractice Attorney

If your child has been injured by a physician's error you may be eligible for compensation. Call the law firm of Mellino Robenalt at 888-457-1147 to speak with an attorney about your options. Our Free Book can help you understand how the law can work for you.
]]> http://www.mellinorobenalt.com/blog/timetable%2Dfor%2Dfiling%2Dan%2Dohio%2Dpediatric%2Dmedical%2Dmalpractice%2Dclaim%2Ecfm www.mellinorobenalt.com-81372 Mon, 14 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT compensation from an Ohio medical malpractice claim can help ease the financial burden, but you need emotional support as well.

This is especially true if the medical error was serious enough to leave your child with a long-term disability or disfigurement. The emotional pain of the loss your family suffered, in addition to the daily stresses of caring for a sick child, can put a great deal of strain on a parent.

Therapy can be a good option for parents and children following medical malpractice. It can help your family deal with the changes in your lives, create a plan for emotional maintenance for the future, and face any lingering fears you may have regarding doctors or other medical staff.

Many people, whose children suffer from illness or injury, also find comfort in support groups. Support groups are a great way for parents to share their experiences, concerns, joys, and challenges with people they know will understand.

You can find support groups for parents of children with disabilities or for those who have been victims of medical malpractice. Search engines are a great place to start when you want to connect with other parents whose children have also suffered from pediatric malpractice. These parents have been where you are, and they can be a good source of tips, info, and emotional strength.

Contacting an Ohio Medical malpractice Attorney

A doctor's mistake can change your life forever. If you're sick or injured due to a doctor's mistake, call the law firm of Mellino Robenalt at 888-457-1147. Our experienced legal team will fight for you to get the compensation you deserve. Our free Ohio Medical Malpractice Guide can help answer many of your questions.
]]> http://www.mellinorobenalt.com/blog/ohio%2Dpediatric%2Dmedical%2Dmalpractice%2Dhealthy%2Dways%2Dfor%2Dfamilies%2Dto%2Dcope%2Ecfm www.mellinorobenalt.com-81310 Sun, 13 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT become familiar with the important players who will help prove your case. You can count on your lawyer to hire expert witnesses . 

Expert witnesses are medical professionals who contribute their educated opinion on the circumstances of your illness or injury. They can help clarify the nature and extent of your injuries, and explain how - had the doctor acted differently - you would likely not have suffered physical damage.

In order to prove a medical malpractice case, there needs to be evidence that the physician (nurse or hospital) departed from the standard of good medical practice when they were treating you. There also needs to be evidence that their departure from this standard of care caused you harm. In order to do this, the expert witnesses will look at the scenario that allegedly caused your injury. They can draw from their own medical knowledge and experience and explain how most competent healthcare providers should have proceeded in a similar situation.

The standard of care is based on how the average doctor would act in a particular medical situation, although specialists are usually held to a higher standard. It's not up to the expert witness to make your doctor look like a bad person; it's simply to explain that he or she did not provide you with the acceptable standard of care.

Expert witnesses are expected to provide credentials to show that they are qualified to evaluate your medical malpractice case, and can meet with your attorneys to undergo interviews and present medical reports that meet legal standards.

Contacting an Ohio Medical malpractice Attorney

If you've been injured by a physician's error and have suffered physical pain and financial loss, you may be eligible for compensation. Call the law firm of Mellino Robenalt at 888-457-1147 and speak with an attorney about your options. Our Free Book can help you understand how the law can work for you.
]]> http://www.mellinorobenalt.com/blog/expert%2Dwitnesses%2Din%2Dyour%2Dohio%2Dmedical%2Dmalpractice%2Dcase%2Ecfm www.mellinorobenalt.com-81313 Fri, 11 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT high incidence of mistakes among pediatricians. While not all errors lead to serious consequences, some can lead to genuine physical harm and qualify as pediatric medical malpractice. If your child has been harmed in the Cleveland area, you may benefit by speaking with a malpractice attorney. 

A research team interviewed around 700 pediatricians and pediatric trainees and found that over half had misdiagnosed a patient 1 to 2 times per month. The pediatric students showed even higher numbers, with 77% reporting misdiagnoses. The interviewees reported that about once or twice per year, they made an error that was serious enough to cause the patient harm.

The most common misdiagnoses involved difficulty telling the difference between viral and bacterial infections. Other errors, such as prescription error, misinterpretation of lab results, and failure to follow up with parents are also fairly common.

These malpractice statistics would be unsettling to any parent. It's terrifying to think about the possibility that your child's doctor will make a mistake. You entrust your pediatrician with your child's health and well-being, trusting that they won't do harm. While most pediatricians are skilled, caring healthcare providers, even good doctors can get distracted and make mistakes. When the patient is a child, the results of an error can be life-changing or even deadly.

You may be entitled to damages that can help with medical bills, your child's daily care, and other needs if he or she has fallen victim to pediatric medical malpractice. With an attorney's help, you can hold negligent parties accountable and maximize the value of your damages.

Contacting an Ohio Pediatric Malpractice Attorney

Have you or a loved one been injured because of a mistake made by a doctor, nurse, or hospital? If so, you may be entitled to compensation for medical malpractice. The law firm of Mellino Robenalt LLC, have years of experience helping victims of malpractice pursue damages for their injuries. Call 888-457-1147 today and speak with a lawyer who understands what you've been through.
]]> http://www.mellinorobenalt.com/blog/ohio%2Dattorney%2Dsummarizes%2Dpediatric%2Dmedical%2Dmalpractice%2Dstatistics%2Ecfm www.mellinorobenalt.com-81309 Thu, 10 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT When you or a loved one has been injured by a medical error, you can seek compensation through the law. That's what the family of Glenna Kohl chose to do, when Glenna was diagnosed with advanced melanoma at the age of 22.

Her family was shocked at the diagnosis; Glenna had a biopsy on a mole several years prior and the results had been negative. It was later proven that the lab had made an error and the cancer, that could have been caught early, had spread to Glenna's lymph nodes.

Sadly, despite doctors’ efforts and her brave spirit, Glenna eventually succumbed to her illness. With the help of a lawyer, Glenna's family was able to negotiate a settlement with the laboratory.

In this case, misdiagnosis kept a young woman from receiving the speedy treatment for her disease, and that made a big difference in the outcome of illness. Melanoma can be treatable when caught in its early stages, so Glenna may have survived had the lab results been accurate. 

Laboratory error is just 1 type of medical negligence that can impact a patient's life; misdiagnosis, whatever it's attributed to, can delay a patient's treatment, cause a doctor to prescribe the wrong drugs, and put a patient and their family on an emotional roller coaster ride that can last for months or even years.

Contacting an Ohio Medical Malpractice Attorney

If you've been injured by a physician's error and have suffered physical pain and financial loss, you may be eligible for compensation. Call the law firm of Mellino Robenalt at 888-457-1147 and speak with an attorney about your options. Our Free Book can help you understand how the law can work for you.
]]> http://www.mellinorobenalt.com/blog/doctor%2Derror%2Dleads%2Dto%2Dyoung%2Dwoman%2Ds%2Ddeath%2Ecfm www.mellinorobenalt.com-80686 Tue, 01 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT It's up to the physician to ensure that the patient understands courses of treatment. Failure to do so can lead to various misunderstandings and sometimes to medical malpractice claims.

When a doctor discusses a patient's health it’s up to that physician to discuss all the details with the patient in a way the patient will be able to understand and follow whether it is: 

• a course of treatment;
• test results;
• prescriptions; or
• other important information.  

Unfortunately, many doctors today are so busy and distracted that they can rush through appointments and neglect to give all their patients their full attention. In some cases, this can cause a patient to be misinformed and lead to dangerous medical errors.

For example, if a physician fails to properly explain the correct way for a patient to take a pharmaceutical drug or does not explain the risks of a certain course of treatment then these types of errors can cause pain, illness, and even death.

Not every mishap in doctor-patient communication can be classified as medical malpractice; sometimes there are honest misunderstandings. However, there are times when a doctor, because of carelessness, distraction, or other reasons, fails to provide the patient with the acceptable standard of care, which may warrant a claim with the strong evidence to back it up.

Contacting an Ohio Medical Malpractice Attorney

If you've been injured by a physician's error and have suffered physical pain and financial loss, you may be eligible for compensation. Call the law firm of Mellino Robenalt and speak with an attorney about your options. Our Free Book can help you understand how the law can work for you.
]]> http://www.mellinorobenalt.com/blog/ineffective%2Ddoctor%2Dpatient%2Dcommunication%2Dleading%2Dto%2Dohio%2Dmedical%2Dmalpractice%2Ecfm www.mellinorobenalt.com-80687 Tue, 01 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT If you’re filing an Ohio medical malpractice claim because you were hurt by a doctor's error, your attorney can help you with the legal aspects of the case. At home, however, you have challenges to handle as you manage your health issues.

If you're a parent, one of the hardest aspects of living with an illness or injury is the way it can affect your relationship with your children. Your condition might:  

• make it hard for you to be as physically active as you used to be;
• cause you to sleep more;
• facilitate mood changes; or
• instigate side effects from treatments.  

It's best to talk to your children about what's going on. Kids are perceptive and will see the changes happening at home, even of they don't fully understand the specifics. The way that you explain the situation depends on the child's age.

There are books and films available that can help a parent explain illness, injury or disability to their children. Some of these are geared toward specific conditions, so you can have detailed advice on how to communicate the facts.

Having a sick parent can be scary. Children just want to know that they are loved and that there will always be someone there to take care of them. It's important that you communicate this assurance to them frequently. If possible, join support groups for parents with injuries or disabilities so you and your child can find friends who are in similar circumstances to your own.

Contacting an Ohio Medical Malpractice Attorney

A doctor's mistake can change your life forever. If you're sick or injured because of a doctor's mistake, call the law firm of Mellino Robenalt at 888-457-1147. Our experienced legal team will fight for you to get the compensation you deserve. Our free Ohio Medical Malpractice Guide can help answer many of your questions.
]]> http://www.mellinorobenalt.com/blog/ohio%2Dmedical%2Dmalpractice%2Dtalking%2Dto%2Dyour%2Dkids%2Dabout%2Dyour%2Dillness%2Dof%2Dinjury%2Ecfm www.mellinorobenalt.com-80589 Mon, 30 Apr 2012 08:00:00 GMT Deciding to pursue compensation in an Ohio medical malpractice claim is a big step toward putting your life back together following an illness or injury that stemmed from a physician's error, which can attorney can help you prove.

When you start pursuing your claim, you may wonder how exactly your attorney will prove that your condition was caused by your doctor's negligence. While it can be a challenge, experienced attorneys are excellent at collecting evidence to build a strong case.

Proof in a medical malpractice case can be anything that shows that the medical practitioner did not provide an acceptable standard of care. This can mean that the doctor did something wrong (for example prescribed an incorrect treatment) or did not do something that should have been done (i.e. following up on a patient after treatment).

To support this, an attorney in a medical malpractice suit often calls an expert witness. These may be physicians who can explain what a doctor should do in a particular situation and how the outcome might have been different had your doctor acted competently.

In addition to proving negligence, you attorney also has to prove that your physician's mistake caused you harm. This is usually fairly easy to do; most malpractice victims suffer a great deal because of the error and have medical records showing that fact.

Contacting an Ohio Medical Malpractice Attorney

If you've been injured by a physician's error and have suffered physical pain and financial loss, you may be eligible for compensation. Call the law firm of Mellino Robenault at 888-457-1147.and speak with an attorney about your options. Our Free Book can help you understand how the law can work for you.
]]> http://www.mellinorobenalt.com/blog/proving%2Dmedical%2Dmalpractice%2Din%2Dohio%2Dwith%2Dan%2Dattorney%2Ecfm www.mellinorobenalt.com-80591 Mon, 30 Apr 2012 08:00:00 GMT Dental medical malpractice isn't uncommon and if it's happened to you, compensation may be available.

Recent studies have shown that the health of the teeth can affect the health of the entire body. It's possible then that a negligent act on the part of a dentist can have some serious and lasting consequences for a patient. Some of the issues that might be considered dental malpractice include: 

• failure on the part of the dentist to detect oral cancers;
• dentist error leading to serious injuries of mouth, gums or law, including injuries that affect the patient's ability to taste;
• improper administering of anesthesia during dental procedures;
• extraction of too many teeth or of teeth that didn't need to be pulled; and
• nerve damage. 

Of course, some dentist errors cause only short and moderate discomfort and simply require a follow-up visit to fix, which may not merit a medical malpractice suit. In order to file a medical malpractice claim against a dentist, you have to prove that he or she was negligent and that it caused you severe damages.

Contacting an Ohio Medical Malpractice Attorney

If you've been injured by a dentist's error and have suffered physical pain and financial loss, you may be eligible for compensation. Call the law firm of Mellino Robenalt and speak with an attorney about your options. Our Free Book can help you understand how the law can work for you.
]]> http://www.mellinorobenalt.com/blog/ohio%2Dmedical%2Dmalpractice%2Din%2Dthe%2Ddental%2Dfield%2Ecfm www.mellinorobenalt.com-80520 Sun, 29 Apr 2012 08:00:00 GMT To better your chances of having a successful case, there are a few things you should avoid doing. 

• While you may be upset with the doctor and medical staff whose mistakes lead to your injury, don’t confront them about it until you’ve spoken with an attorney. Losing your temper with healthcare workers won't do any good, and could even harm your case.
• Exercise self-control when it comes to disclosing your plans to file a claim. When you suspect malpractice limit your disclosure to only your close family members and, of course, your attorney. 
• Don’t sign any paperwork waiving your rights. Sometimes your healthcare provider might be aware that mistakes were made, and will attempt to avoid a lawsuit. Also, be careful not to say or sign anything that would make it seem as though you're taking responsibility for their error. 
• If you suspect a doctor, hospital, or medial practice of malpractice, don’t continue going to them for care. Doing so can make it seem as though you still trust them, which could affect your personal injury case. Seek out other physicians who can tend to your healthcare needs. 
• You may need to obtain medical records from your physician. Don’t disclose that you need these records to begin a medical malpractice case. Instead, you can say you need them for insurance reasons or social security. 

Contacting an Ohio Medical Malpractice Attorney

A doctor's mistake can change your life forever. If you're sick or injured because of a doctor's mistake, call the law firm of Mellino Robenalt at 888-457-1147. Our experienced legal team will fight for you to get the compensation you deserve. Our FREE Ohio Medical Malpractice Guide can help answer many of your questions.
]]> http://www.mellinorobenalt.com/blog/what%2Dnot%2Dto%2Ddo%2Dduring%2Dyour%2Dohio%2Dmedical%2Dmalpractice%2Dsuit%2Ecfm www.mellinorobenalt.com-80523 Sun, 29 Apr 2012 08:00:00 GMT medical malpractice in Ohiocan be scary. Taking legal action against the negligent doctor can seem even more daunting if you do not know what to expect. Laws vary differ by state, but you generally can expect certain things to take place when you hire a medical malpractice attorney and pursue a claim. 

Medical Malpractice Claim Expectations

The following is a list of general things you should prepare yourself for. 

• As the plaintiff, you and your attorney will be responsible for providing the proof that medical malpractice has occurred;
• You may have to wait months or years for a case to be resolved, especially if it goes to court;
• An expert witness may have to be hired to help corroborate your side of the case;
• If you cannot settle out of court, you may have to go through a trial with a judge and jury; and
• The possibility of appealing your case. 

Considering the complexity and duration of these types of cases, it is highly advised to have an attorney build your case for you.

Help from an Ohio Medical Malpractice Attorney 

Do you have questions about your potential Ohiomedical malpractice claim or medical negligence lawsuit? Before you hire a Cleveland medical malpractice lawyer, order our FREE Ohio medical malpractice guide to learn about your rights and options for legal recourse in the event of a doctor or hospital’s mistake. To schedule a FREE consultation or learn more about your rights, contact the Cleveland medical malpractice lawyer team at Mellino Law Firm LLC today – 1-216-241-1901 or 1-888-457-1147.
]]> http://www.mellinorobenalt.com/blog/ohio%2Dmedical%2Dmalpractice%2Dwhat%2Dto%2Dexpect%2Dwhen%2Dfiling%2Da%2Dclaim%2Ecfm www.mellinorobenalt.com-80474 Sat, 28 Apr 2012 08:00:00 GMT New York Times, ongoing studies show that hospitals have a long way to go before they are thorough enough at reporting and addressing adverse events and physician error.

Medical malpractice can happen when a physician makes an error when treating a patient. Sometimes these errors lead to harm of the patient and the negative outcome is called an “adverse event.”

These events can range from incorrect prescriptions, surgical mishaps, misdiagnoses, patient neglect, bedsores, infections and more, including errors that even lead to a patient’s death. Reasons for staff not reporting these mistakes include the following: 

• they feel someone else will do it;
• they feel that the problem was not important enough to warrant reporting;
• in some cases, staff may not recognize what constitutes patient harm; and
• unfortunately, some staff members are afraid to report incidents because they do not want to be singled out as the whistle-blower or put their jobs at risk. 

Even in situations where a staff member does report an adverse event, hospitals do not always investigate the problems or make changes that could help prevent such errors from happening again and again.

Contacting an Ohio Medical Malpractice Attorney

A doctor's mistake can change your life forever. If you're sick or injured because of a doctor's mistake, call the law firm of Mellino Robenalt at 888-457-1147. Our experienced legal team will fight for you to get the compensation you deserve. Our free Ohio Medical Malpractice Guide can help answer many of your questions.
]]> http://www.mellinorobenalt.com/blog/ohio%2Dmedical%2Dmalpractice%2Dhospitals%2Dnot%2Ddiligent%2Dwith%2Dreporting%2Dadverse%2Devents%2Ecfm www.mellinorobenalt.com-80479 Sat, 28 Apr 2012 08:00:00 GMT Your first step is seeking out an Ohio personal injury attorney. 

Hiring an attorney is a big step, and one that you should put time and research into. All lawyers are not the same; some will do a better job than others when representing you in a malpractice case. There are a few things to consider when hiring a medical malpractice attorney: 

• check with your local bar association to see if an attorney is properly licensed and has a good record of honorable behavior;
• ask for referrals from friends, family and co-workers who have worked with personal injury lawyers; and
• be sure your attorney has experience and a good track record with medical malpractice. Malpractice is a unique area of law, so it helps if the lawyer you choose has an understanding of medical terminology and dealing with doctors.  

Be sure to ask your attorney any questions you might have. Ask about the lawyer's experience, rates, track record and other relevant topics. You should feel comfortable with your lawyer's personality and presentation and feel that he or she is trustworthy. 

Contacting an Ohio Medical Malpractice Attorney

A doctor's mistake can change your life forever. If you're sick or injured because of a doctor's mistake, call the law firm of Mellino Robenalt at 888-457-1147. Our experienced legal team will fight for you to get the compensation you deserve. Our free Ohio Medical Malpractice Guide can help answer many of your questions.
]]> http://www.mellinorobenalt.com/blog/tips%2Dfor%2Dchoosing%2Dan%2Dohio%2Dmedical%2Dmalpractice%2Dattorney%2Ecfm www.mellinorobenalt.com-80480 Sat, 28 Apr 2012 08:00:00 GMT Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health issue that many victims of severe medical malpractice cases may face. Once diagnosed, patients are usually treated for this psychological disorder with a combination of psychological therapy and anti-depressant and anxiety medications. However, some patients find that there are other helpful, non-traditional therapies in addition to their regular treatment, including yoga.

Yoga has many stress-relieving elements, including breathing, stretching and relaxation exercises that have shown to help alleviate the symptoms of the anxiety and depression that often accompany PTSD. Other symptoms of this condition may include trouble sleeping, loss of concentration, anger, detachment, and weight fluctuations.

Yoga has been proven to regulate and normalize emotional and physical states. Because of this, the benefits of this type of exercise can be very effective for those suffering not only from PTSD, but also other emotional and physiological ailments that may develop after being the victim of medical malpractice. 

If you are struggling with PTSD as a result of a life-changing accident that occurred at a doctor’s hands, you should know that you may have grounds to file a claim against any and all negligent parties involved, which may include your doctor, nurse, hospital, or other health care professionals.

Help From an Ohio Medical Malpractice Attorney

Do you have questions about your potential Ohio medical malpractice claim or medical negligence lawsuit? Before you hire a lawyer, order our FREE Ohio medical malpractice guide to learn about your rights and options for legal recourse in the event of a doctor or hospital’s mistake. To schedule a FREE consultation or learn more about your rights, contact the lawyer team at Mellino Law Firm LLC today – 1-216-241-1901 or 1-888-457-1147.
]]> http://www.mellinorobenalt.com/blog/effects%2Dof%2Dohio%2Dmedical%2Dmalpractice%2Dtreating%2Dpost%2Dtraumatic%2Dstress%2Ddisorder%2Dwith%2Dyoga%2Ecfm www.mellinorobenalt.com-80355 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 08:00:00 GMT 1 key way to prevent medical malpractice in Rocky river and elsewhere is keeping an open line of communication with your physician. Talking with your doctor may seem intimidating or confusing but with these tips you can work toward a better relationship.

Follow these tips when you go to visit your doctor and you can feel secure that you did your part to prevent medical malpractice. 

• Be prepared – write down your symptoms, questions and concerns and bring them with you to your appointment. In the same notebook write down your doctor’s responses and anything else you need to remember. 
• Bring a friend – having a trusted friend or family member with you can not only make you feel more at ease but they can serve as an extra set of eyes and ears on your behalf. 
• Ask about communication preferences – before you leave, ask your doctor how they prefer to be contacted if you have a question or issue. This way you won’t be waiting for an email response from a doctor who only checks voicemail. 
• Be honest – keeping things from your doctor can affect your treatment and diminish the trust in your relationship. Doctors have heard and seen it all, so you should feel comfortable divulging information that might seem embarrassing. 

if you have already been a victim of doctor negligence, consult a Rocky River law firm for help.

Help From a Rocky River Law Firm 

Do you have questions about your potential Ohio medical malpractice claim or medical negligence lawsuit? Before you hire a Rocky River medical malpractice lawyer, order our FREE Ohio medical malpractice guide to learn about your rights and options for legal resource in the event of a doctor or hospital’s mistake. To schedule a FREE consultation or learn more about your rights, contact the Rocky River medical malpractice lawyer team at Mellino Law Firm LLC today – 216-241-1901 or 888-457-1147.
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You not only can prevent facing the physical and emotional consequences of medical mistakes, but also avoid having to deal with filing a medical malpractice claim by following these 5 tips. 

• Verify awards. You can find the various awards a hospital has received on billboards, newspapers and the hospital's website. Just make sure it is credible and meaningful.
• Find a clinic that is on your insurance plan. This can ensure your medical costs are in-network (and lower) and that the physicians you will use there are recommended.
• Check its ratings. Consumer Reports offers hospital ratings based on previous patients’ experiences. These can present a great glimpse into the true way the hospital treats its patients.
• Consult your primary care physician. Who do they recommend and why?
• Ask a friend in the industry. Have a friend who is a doctor, nurse or medical worker? They likely will know the hospitals you should avoid. 

Prevent having to sue a hospital for negligence by taking these steps to ensuring you have chosen the right hospital for your needs.

Help From an Ohio Medical Malpractice Attorney

If you’ve been the victim or medical malpractice or need to sue a hospital for negligence, contact Cleveland medical malpractice attorneys at the Mellino Law Firm at 1-888-457-1147 to discuss your legal options.
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