Posts by Crandall & Pera Law, LLC
Possible recovery for Ohio spinal cord injury victims
According to the Ohio Department of Public Safety, there were 310,801 motor vehicle accidents in Ohio in 2022. Accidents involving motor vehicles are a leading cause of traumatic spinal cord injuries. These injuries can cause short-term or permanent paralysis. Medical research In 2022, Northwestern University scientists successfully repaired spinal tissue and reversed paralysis in mice.…
Read MoreIs there a link between autism and birth injuries?
A diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder leaves parents reeling, as their children will experience struggles trying to navigate a lifestyle or world that may not have the necessary accommodations for them. While scientists do not have a solid understanding of what causes ASD, there are links to certain conditions. Research by the Centers for Disease…
Read MoreAdverse events in the healthcare system
Adverse events may be defined as unintended physical harm caused by medical care that requires subsequent treatment, hospitalization, monitoring, or proves to be fatal. According to the National Practitioner Data Bank, Ohio had the third-highest number of adverse action reports in the U.S. in 2022. While there were over 2,200 adverse action reports, Ohio only…
Read MoreEstablishing fault and liability in medical malpractice cases
Medical malpractice lawsuits can be complex and difficult to litigate. In order to prevail in these cases, the plaintiffs must prove that the care they or their loved ones received did not meet generally accepted health care standards. This can become a protracted battle between experts when mistakes are not immediately apparent. If Ohio patients…
Read More2021 saw a new high in car crash deaths
The year 2021 saw a 16-year high for car crash fatalities in Ohio and throughout the country. During 2021, nearly 43,000 people were killed in accidents due to speeding or impaired driving. Fatal crashes due to driving while distracted were also a major occurrence. The total figures represented a 10.5 percent increase over the previous…
Read MoreFour disorders doctors misdiagnosis as ADHD
About 60% of children with ADHD have another mental health condition, which rises to 80% in adults. When more than one mental health condition is present, doctors in Ohio and across the country have trouble making an accurate diagnosis. Yet, they can be held responsible when they misdiagnose a patient or fail to diagnose someone…
Read MoreAn Ohio parent’s quick guide to blood gases in sick babies
While not telling the whole story, blood gas levels hold vital clues to a baby in an Ohio neonatal intensive care unit’s acid-base balance and oxygenation status. These numbers can vary significantly from those found in older children and help determine if the baby needs to have its ventilator adjusted or is ready to try…
Read MoreMedical malpractice and its relationship to polypharmacy
“Polypharmacy” is the use of multiple medications by an individual to treat multiple conditions or symptoms. While the use of multiple medications can be beneficial, it can also lead to adverse effects and interactions, especially when the medications are not appropriately prescribed, monitored, or managed. When these adverse effects or interactions result in harm to…
Read MoreThe types of medical malpractice in Ohio
Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider, such as a doctor, nurse or hospital, fails to provide a patient with the standard of care expected in their profession. Medical malpractice can lead to severe injuries or even death, and Ohio patients who are victims of medical malpractice may be entitled to compensation. Failure to diagnose…
Read MoreWhat is shoulder dystocia?
Ohio birth injuries are often traumatic for the baby and the mother. For example, shoulder dystocia is a birth injury known for causing significant distress or worse. This complication occurs when the baby’s head is out of the mother, but the baby’s shoulders are stuck behind the mother’s pubic bone. Rare medical complication Shoulder dystocia…
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