http://www.atlantainjurylawyersblog.com/ Published by Robert J. Fleming, PC en-us 2012-01-24T08:51:29-05:00 http://www.atlantainjurylawyersblog.com/2012/01/dentist_who_used_paper_clips_i.html I've been litigating malpractice cases for almost 20 years, and I have to say that it doesn't get much worse than this: using a stainless steel paperclip in place of a stainless steel post during a root canal treatment. A... Dental Malpractice Robert J. Fleming 2012-01-24T08:51:29-05:00 http://www.atlantainjurylawyersblog.com/2012/01/vaginal_sling_complications_ca.html For many women, physical exertion, such as coughing, exercise, heavy lifting, or sneezing can cause an accidental leakage of urine. Stress Urinary Incontinence (SUI), as it is known, is the most common type of urinary incontinence found in women. Stress... Products Liability Robert J. Fleming 2012-01-23T12:09:45-05:00 http://www.atlantainjurylawyersblog.com/2012/01/hulk_hogan_needs_surgery_to_re_1.html Being a pro wrestler doesn’t help you deal with the mess that is left behind after a dentist has been negligent. Hulk Hogan found this out the hard way. The pro wrestler last week underwent surgery to remove a metal... Dental Malpractice Robert J. Fleming 2012-01-16T15:00:40-05:00 http://www.atlantainjurylawyersblog.com/2012/01/latest_estimate_1_in_every_200.html Each year, nearly 100,000 people undergo gastric bypass surgery in an effort to lose weight. However, gastric bypass surgery is not a cosmetic surgery. It is a “last resort” procedure for persons suffering from obesity. But unfortunately, 35 to 40%... Medical Malpractice Robert J. Fleming 2012-01-13T14:32:56-05:00 http://www.atlantainjurylawyersblog.com/2012/01/more_health_risks_associated_w.html Recent studies have indicated that patients who do not have cardiovascular problems prior to trying to quit smoking with Chantix, might be putting themselves at risk of developing such problems in the future. Dr. Curt D. Furberg of Wake Forest,... Products Liability Robert J. Fleming 2012-01-09T10:45:00-05:00 http://www.atlantainjurylawyersblog.com/2012/01/georgia_patients_beware_celebr.html Celebrex is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug or NSAID. It is used in the treatment of inflammation or pain caused by such medical conditions as ankylosing spondylitis, arthritis, and menstrual discomfort. Celebrex is also used in the treatment of hereditary polyps... Products Liability Robert J. Fleming 2012-01-02T10:31:32-05:00 http://www.atlantainjurylawyersblog.com/2011/12/ohio_dentist_sued_again_for_de_1.html A retired dentist, who earlier this year settled a wrongful death dental negligence lawsuit arising from the death of a teenager under his care, is being sued again by another patient. A lawsuit filed in December accuses 81-year-old Henry Mazarow... Dental Malpractice Robert J. Fleming 2011-12-30T04:22:26-05:00 http://www.atlantainjurylawyersblog.com/2011/12/top_reasons_for_atlanta_pharma.html Surprisingly, more than 1.5 million Americans are hurt annually as a direct result of medication mistakes. As healthcare professionals, pharmacists are responsible for counseling patients about their medications in addition to compounding and dispensing medications. And though pharmacists are well-trained... Pharmacy Error Robert J. Fleming 2011-12-27T11:30:15-05:00 http://www.atlantainjurylawyersblog.com/2011/12/parents_of_teen_who_died_durin_1.html The parents of a 17-year-old girl, who died while she was undergoing oral surgery, have filed a lawsuit against the oral surgeon and anesthesiologist involved in the procedure. The death occurred in March this year, when 17-year-old Jennifer Jenny Michelle... Dental Malpractice Robert J. Fleming 2011-12-25T01:02:15-05:00 http://www.atlantainjurylawyersblog.com/2011/12/real_concerns_about_ventilator_1.html Ventilator alarm fatigue, or overexposure to ventilator and cardiac monitor alarms which increases the risk of errors, is finally getting the attention it deserves. The ECRI Institute now ranks ventilator alarm-related hazards right at the top of its annual list... Medical Malpractice Robert J. Fleming 2011-12-20T00:48:48-05:00