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Most women are able to deliver healthy infants without incident, whether they are in a hospital or under the care of a midwife at home. At Donovan & O’Connor, LLP, we know that despite advances in technology and parents’ best efforts, there are still...
If you have suffered an injury or illness as the result of a medical professional’s negligence, you may be considering filing a medical malpractice claim. If you do choose to file a lawsuit, in many cases, the court will take into account whether or not the...
A year ago, The Boston Globe released a report that stated Massachusetts hospitals saw a 65 percent rise in doctor errors during surgical processes from 2011 to 2012. Those errors included the following:Improperly placing tubing for medication in a patientPlacing a...
An important part of recovering from an injury or illness is choosing the right physician. In Massachusetts, there are a number of instances in which an unreliable doctor made a medication error or other mistake that had grave consequences. There may be tools in place...
When a woman becomes pregnant, there are often strict rules she is expected to follow when it comes to activities and diet. Similarly, there are guidelines in place that physicians should adhere to in terms of prenatal and other medical care of North Adams expectant...
Many illnesses are associated with a list of symptoms. Patients in North Adams suffering from a variety of conditions will often tell physicians about physical pains they are feeling. In many cases, a brain injury will exhibit certain telltale signs that should not be...
Medical industry leaders have started to realize that they need to catch up with evolving technology. Many medical providers in North Adams are on the cutting edge when it comes to equipment or treatments. Despite those advancements, there is still room for a doctor...
Many Massachusetts parents encourage their children to participate in group sports, which can be beneficial to their physical, social, emotional, and intellectual health. Unfortunately, sometimes participation in sports can leave children with brain injuries that can...
Catching cancer early is often one of the best ways to battle the illness. If a doctor makes an error that results in a failure to diagnose cancer, the results for a North Adams resident can be devastating. The patient may miss out on potentially lifesaving treatments...
Having access to proper medical care is an important part of helping people heal from their injuries or illnesses. For military veterans in North Adams, there are several Department of Veterans Affairs facilities that provide services. Across the country, government...