Anesthesia is a critical part of surgical procedures as well as labor and delivery and trauma care. Despite the many applications and benefits of anesthesia, it carries risks as well. When the anesthesiologist makes mistakes, it creates a potential malpractice...
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Is my scarring and disfigurement important to my case?
Your body may scar as part of the natural healing process after an injury. Sometimes scarring is not too bad if it is small and in a location that is easy to hide. However, if you suffer from severe disfigurement as a result of an accident caused by someone else, you...
Filing a wrongful death lawsuit in Pennsylvania
Families affected by the tragic loss of one of their members may also experience financial hardship. When a person dies in an accident caused by third-party fault, his or her survivors can file a wrongful death claim in Pennsylvania. Review the state laws about...
I was diagnosed with sepsis! What is it? Is it dangerous?
Like most people here in Pennsylvania and elsewhere, you probably learned at some point during your school age years about how your body fights invaders. Your immune system is constantly on the lookout for bacteria, parasites, fungi and viruses. If your body detects...
Nurses are often the last line of defense in medication mistakes
When patients end up spending time in a Pennsylvania hospital, they often see their nurses more than they see their doctors. Without a doubt, most nurses work hard and truly want to help their patients. The problem is that they often feel stretched too thin and are in...
When is a car accident grounds for a wrongful death claim?
A fatal accident can change your Pennsylvania family in an instant. The unexpected loss of a loved one can lead to emotional trauma and financial repercussions that can last for years, even decades. In the turmoil, confusion and grief that can follow this type of...
Standard of care may play role in medical malpractice cases
When you have a medical condition that needs attention, you may know far enough ahead of time to research which physicians may have the best reputations for carrying out the procedure you need. By doing this, you may feel more confident that any surgery or other...
A driver doesn’t have to be legally drunk to be dangerous
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 10,497 people across the country died in crashes involving a driver impaired by alcohol in 2016. The odds are good that at least some of those victims died here on Pennsylvania roads. The majority of...
Not all brain injury symptoms are immediately apparent
The day you were involved in a serious car accident in Pennsylvania may have started out like any other day. Perhaps you were driving your children to school or were on your way to a business meeting. You are a cautious driver and were alert and ready to react behind...
Bacterial infection possible in open-heart surgery patients
Did you undergo an open-heart surgical procedure between Oct. 1, 2011 and July 24, 2015 at WellSpan York Hospital here in Pennsylvania? If so, you may have received notification that you are one of thousands of patients at an increased risk for contracting a...
It Won’t Cost You Anything To Take The Next Step
If you have been injured or a loved one has been killed because of someone else’s negligence, you will find a strong team of allies at Young Ricchiuti Caldwell & Heller, LLC. Take advantage of a free, no-obligation case review to get answers, and learn more about your legal options.
You can reach us by phone at 267-838-9653. For your convenience, we offer flexible appointment hours and meeting locations ― including evenings, weekends, home and hospital visits.