Category Archives: Medical Malpractice

Fireman Dies in the Line of Duty

Posted on May 15, 2012 by Hoffman & Gelfman

Kinloch Missouri firefighter Captain Richard Parks was at a fire last month that saw a 16 year old person rescued. He had driven a fire truck to the scene of the fire, but returned to the station when he became … Continue reading →

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New Worries for the FDA

Posted on May 8, 2012 by Hoffman & Gelfman

A recent article in the New York Times looks at the effects of Endocrine Disruptors. These chemicals can be found everywhere including thermal receipts from ATMs and gasoline self-service pumps. They are found in canned food, cosmetics and food packaging. … Continue reading →

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Missouri Wrongful Death Attorney

Posted on April 20, 2012 by Steve Gelfman

The death of a close family member changes your entire life in an instant. Dealing with the death of a loved one is never easy, but it is especially difficult when the death results from an accident caused by someone … Continue reading →

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Failure to Diagnosis In Emergency Room

Posted on March 14, 2012 by Steve Gelfman

A woman will receive a $17.9 million settlement from a health care facility, doctors and city in a suit involving medical malpractice that resulted in the amputation of her hands and feet, according to court documents. After being transported to … Continue reading →

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Serious Complications Associated with Transvaginal Placement of Surgical Mesh for Organ Prolapse

Posted on January 16, 2012 by Steve Gelfman

Surgical mesh is a medical device that is generally used to repair weakened or damaged tissue. It is made from porous absorbable or non-absorbable synthetic material or absorbable biologic material. Surgical mesh can be used for urogynecologic procedures, including repair … Continue reading →

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