“Even though an appendicitis is a clinical emergency, it is commonly misdiagnosed,” said Syracuse pediatric malpractice lawyer Michael A. Bottar, Esq., of Bottar Law, PLLC. As many as 1 out of every 5 cases of...
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Premature Dialysis Could Lead to New York Wrongful Death Lawsuit
January 7, 2011
The kidneys are an essential part of the urinary system. They act as a natural blood filter and, as part of that process, divert waste products to the bladder where they are excreted through urine. According to New York
Link Between Newborn Jaundice, Epidural Anesthesia and Oxytocin Reviewed By Syracuse New York Birth Injury Lawyer
January 7, 2011
Jaundice, which is the clinical manifestation of hyperbilirubinemia (too much bilirubin in the blood), occurs in about one-half of term newborns as well as most premature babies (85%). Elevated bilirubin levels are also
“The failure to diagnose gestational diabetes during pregnancy is a big problem,” said Syracuse birth injury lawyer Michael A. Bottar, Esq., of Bottar Law, PLLC, a legal team representing the...
A recent Associated Press news story on CNYcentral.com reports that Boncheff Greenhouses Inc. sold several batches of herbs that may have been contaminated by salmonella. The Canadian company, based in Toronto, may
“Recent reports suggest that cesarean section rates are on the rise because women are asking for surgery, as opposed to delivering vaginally. This appears incorrect,” said Syracuse birth injury lawyer Anthony S.
New Blood Test Should Decrease Number of New York Failure To Diagnose Cancer Lawsuits
January 3, 2011
“The failure to diagnose cancer is one of the most common types of New York medical malpractice lawsuits,” said Syracuse lawyer Michael A. Bottar, Esq., of Bottar Law, PLLC. A new blood test developed by several...
Logger Seriously Injured at Jobsite near Turin, New York
December 29, 2010
On Tuesday morning, a man was injured in a logging accident near Turin, New York according to a Post-Standard report on Syracuse.com. The man sustained several serious injuries, including a broken spine, collarbone, and
Developmental Delays Following Birth Addressed Through New York State Department of Health Early Intervention
December 27, 2010
In the State of New York, children with developmental delays following birth are referred to the New York State Department of Health “Early Intervention” Program. To be eligible for services, a child must be less...
Therapeutic Hypothermia To Decrease Baby Brain Damage Known As Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy
December 23, 2010
“If your baby has been diagnosed with hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy after birth, then s/he has brain damage because of inadequate oxygen during delivery,” said Syracuse New York birth injury...