2016 - The Fitzgerald Law Firm

Learn How One State is Using Hidden Cameras to Fight Elder Abuse

Posted by: James Fitzgerald on December 30th, 2016 in Elder Abuse

One state is answering a rise in complaints against home care providers accused of elder abuse by loaning out hidden cameras to residents. We’ll talk about it in this issue. Why is the state...

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Find Out Why a Mistrial Would Be Called in a Medical Malpractice Case

Posted by: James Fitzgerald on December 28th, 2016 in Medical Malpractice Blog

A medical center has failed in its quest for a mistrial in a case in which a jury awarded $53 million to the family of a young boy with a severe case of cerebral...

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Did Ignored Complaints Cause Young Girl to Develop Lead Paint Poisoning?

Posted by: James Fitzgerald on December 26th, 2016 in Blog

While officials ignored complaints from apartment residents about potential dangers of chipped paint, a young girl has tested positive for lead paint poisoning. Her family has taken the initial steps in filing a lawsuit...

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Find Out Why Medical Expert Testimony is So Vital in Malpractice Cases

Posted by: James Fitzgerald on December 23rd, 2016 in Medical Malpractice Blog

In many medical malpractice cases, the testimony of a medical expert can sway a jury’s decision one way or the other. In this issue, we’ll talk about why testimony from a medical expert is...

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Learn Why Time Is Of The Essence For Contacting a Birth Injury Lawyer

Posted by: James Fitzgerald on December 21st, 2016 in Birth Injury Blog

For many parents, contacting an attorney who specializes in medical malpractice and birth injuries is among the last things on their minds after a difficult delivery. Months afterward, the ability to focus on a...

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Is Settling a Medical Malpractice Case in Your Best Interest?

Posted by: James Fitzgerald on December 19th, 2016 in Medical Malpractice Blog

Statistics tell us that over 90% of medical malpractice cases are settled out of court. But is settling in your best interest? We’ll discuss it in this issue. What is a settlement? Simply put,...

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Find Out Which Hospitals Failed to Notify FDA About Faulty Medical Devices

Posted by: James Fitzgerald on December 16th, 2016 in Medical Malpractice Blog

12 U.S. hospitals – including well-known ones in New York, Boston and Los Angeles – completely whiffed on their responsibility to report patient injuries or deaths caused by medical devices. That’s the stunning news...

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Go Behind The Scenes of a Medical Malpractice Case

Posted by: James Fitzgerald on December 14th, 2016 in Medical Malpractice Blog

Even though roughly 61% of all filed medical malpractice cases end up being settled rather than making their way to court, it’s critical to be familiar with the court process. We’ll explain it in...

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Medical Malpractice Award Gives Parents New Options for Daughter’s Care

Posted by: James Fitzgerald on December 12th, 2016 in Medical Malpractice Blog

A stunning breach of trust between parents and their premature daughter’s doctors has resulted in a $14.5 million award in a medical malpractice lawsuit. The Case at a Glance The parents’ daughter was born...

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Gift Ideas for Children With Autism

Posted by: James Fitzgerald on December 9th, 2016 in Autism Blog

Holiday gift shopping can be a tricky thing. Selecting gifts for children with autism can be challenging depending on where they are on the spectrum. That’s why it’s important to keep in mind the...

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