Cerebral palsy is a condition that affects coordination and movement. It results from brain damage that often occurs before or during birth. There is no cure for cerebral palsy but, according to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, there are...

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Can some conditions make you more susceptible to anesthesia risks?
On Behalf of Cassian & Carter LLC | Dec 7, 2022 | Medical Malpractice
Surgery often requires anesthesia, which was a big step forward in medical innovation when it first came out. It allowed for people to undergo intense procedures without the pain or memory of it happening. However, anesthesia still carries a big risk with it. In fact,...
How can patients help prevent surgical errors?
On Behalf of Cassian & Carter LLC | Nov 12, 2022 | Medical Malpractice
When you go into the hospital for an operation of any kind, you expect that the physicians and surgical staff overseeing your care will follow all protocols to encourage an expected outcome. But this is not always the case, and you could become the victim of a...
How can distractions during surgery lead to malpractice?
On Behalf of Cassian & Carter LLC | Sep 19, 2022 | Medical Malpractice
When you are struggling in the time after your surgery because of an error that happened during the procedure, you may wonder what lead up to this problem. Distracted doctors can make serious mistakes. The sources of these distractions often come from staff inside the...
How can an emergency room visit lead to medical malpractice?
On Behalf of Cassian & Carter LLC | Jul 21, 2022 | Medical Malpractice
Although most hospital emergency rooms in Illinois can be chaotic, patients can usually rely on them confidently to administer appropriate and urgent care. Unfortunately, a trip to an emergency room can worsen a patient's condition if staff members fail to follow...
What are some issues that can cause a medication error?
On Behalf of Cassian & Carter LLC | May 2, 2022 | Medical Malpractice
Getting a prescription from your doctor or medical professional may seem like the first step to feeling better, but in some cases, it is the opposite. Medication errors can leave you with a variety of physical complications and health issues. Learning about how an...
Understanding different types of anesthesia mishaps
On Behalf of Cassian & Carter LLC | Apr 4, 2022 | Medical Malpractice
Patients undergoing surgery expect the proper administration of anesthesia. When this does not happen, the result could be a brain injury or another major health problem. These include heart attacks, pneumonia, and strokes. The incorrect administration of anesthesia...
When should you consider getting a second medical opinion?
On Behalf of Cassian & Carter LLC | Mar 11, 2022 | Medical Malpractice
You depend on your doctor to help you understand worrying symptoms and keep you in good health. Recently, you received a diagnosis or treatment plan you do not feel sure about. You do not want to risk becoming a victim of medical malpractice, but you also do not want...
What conditions can increase the risks of anesthesia?
On Behalf of Cassian & Carter LLC | Dec 29, 2021 | Medical Malpractice
If you need to have surgery, you will usually require anesthesia. The combination of medications will help you to get through the procedure without feeling pain or being aware of what is happening. You simply go to sleep and wake up after everything is done. However,...
Can exhaustion lead to medical malpractice?
On Behalf of Cassian & Carter LLC | Nov 17, 2021 | Medical Malpractice
For years, the professional medical scene has witnessed a troubling trend. More and more hospitals suffer from understaffing problems, which directly tie into overworked nurses and medical staff. In turn, this contributes directly to medical error and negligence....