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Children not immune from misdiagnosis in healthcare settings

Feb 27, 2013

Patient injuries that are the result of medical errors in a healthcare setting are undeniably difficult to deal with regardless of the type of injury or its severity. Most Butler County residents would agree however that those in which the injured patient is a child are especially difficult to handle. The actions that constitute medical negligence in the case of a youth are often the same that affect adults and include the failure to diagnose...

Woman faces criminal DUI charges in death of Pennsylvania man

Feb 27, 2013

Contending with an addiction to alcohol is certainly a difficult thing for those facing the issue. Compassionate residents of the New Castle area would likely wish those dealing with matter success in completing a treatment program, and in putting an end to the self-inflicted harm. Most however, would likely draw the line when it comes to harming others due as a result of their consumption of alcohol. Laws in the state of Pennsylvania reflect this...

Tree cutting accident claims life of Pennsylvania man

Feb 27, 2013

Fatal accidents are a tragic but real events that occur all too frequently in the state of Pennsylvania. Some of these incidents happen in the Pittsburgh area or elsewhere in western Pennsylvania. This past weekend a Pennsylvania man lost his life as he worked to cut down a tree. The fatal accident took place in Center Township, a community located to the east of Pittsburgh. The 30-year-old man who died was apparently positioned approximated 18...

Lawsuit alleges doctor’s failure to monitor lead to patient’s death

Feb 26, 2013

Modern medicine has resulted in many previously fatal chronic health conditions now being treated and controlled. As a result, many individuals previously diagnosed with conditions such as heart disease and high blood pressure are now able to effectively treat and control their health conditions by taking daily prescription medications. A medical malpractice lawsuit was recently filed against a doctor for failing to properly monitor a patient. The lawsuit was filed by the daughter of a...

Man injured in boating accident files lawsuit

Feb 26, 2013

As the winter weather gives way to warmer temperatures, many Ohio residents start to think about summer and the activities that come with warm weather. For those who own or enjoy boats, the prospect of gliding through the water is just around the corner. While boating is an enjoyable recreational activity enjoyed by many Ohio residents, it also presents dangers. One man recently filed a lawsuit related to serious injuries he sustained in 2011 boating...

Dallas W. Hartman, P.C. graciously donates to Adrienne’s Army

Feb 25, 2013

This past Saturday, Dallas Hartman of Dallas W. Hartman, P.C. made a generous donation to Adrienne’s Army on behalf of the law firm. The $5000 donation was met with an emotional response from Adrienne and her family. The firm began a campaign at the beginning of February to donate $1 for every Facebook “Like” on the Dallas Helps fan page. This short video was taken at the Adrienne’s Army Benefit and Chinese Auction at Yankee...

Dallas W. Hartman, P.C. reaches out to breast cancer victim

Feb 22, 2013

Dallas W. Hartman, P.C. has made it a priority to help a Sharon woman who is pregnant and battling breast cancer. Adrienne Litman-Toth, a 31-year-old from Sharon, was diagnosed with an aggressive form of breast cancer in October 2012. Throughout February, the law firm has vowed to pledge $1 for every new “Like” they receive on the Facebook fan page: www.facebook.com/DallasHelps. The firm will match up to 5000 “Likes” with $5,000. In addition to Dallas...

Hospitals fined after foreign objects left in surgical patients

Feb 22, 2013

It is fair to say that many people would do whatever they could to avoid having to undergo a surgical procedure. In addition to having to deal with the inconvenience of a recovery period, there are many things that could go wrong during the procedure. Besides the risk of being given too much anesthesia or not enough, in other situations patients in Pittsburgh may find that items used during the course of the surgery are...

Venue changed in lawsuit involving antique tractor pull

Feb 22, 2013

Individuals throughout the state of Pennsylvania have different hobbies and ways they like to pass the time. Some like to participate in sports. Others go to movies or plays. For one Pennsylvania man antique tractors fulfill that need. For this reason, the man attended a tractor pull in June 2010. Because he knew the promoter of the event, while there, he was able to gain access to the area reserved for where the tractors compete...

Mother’s death attributable to birth injury and negligence

Feb 22, 2013

In past years, serious injury and death resulting from child birth was fairly common. Thankfully, today modern medicine has advanced to improve the monitoring and diagnosis of potential complications that may arise during child birth. In some cases, however, even normal deliveries can go terribly wrong due to the negligent acts of doctors and attending medical staff. In April of 2012, a 28-year-old woman and her husband were ecstatic as they welcomed a baby girl...