Medical Malpractice Lawyers

Spinal injuries can be catastrophic

A spinal cord injury can happen in a split second. Suddenly, you have significant challenges to everyday living. After a long hospital stay, it’s possible that you cannot resume your job due to your spinal injury. Medical expenses are growing by the day and modifications are needed to your home to accommodate your new limitations. Simple tasks are not impossible to achieve on your own.

Linton & Hirshman are spinal cord injury attorneys in Cleveland, Ohio. Our experienced attorneys in Cleveland, Ohio, Tobias J. Hirshman, Robert F. Linton, Jr., and Ellen Hobbs Hirshman will invest the time necessary to understand the circumstances of your spinal cord injury. We will treat you with compassion and respect. We will explain your legal rights and recommend appropriate legal action. We understand the significant challenges you face moving forward in life and our goal is to identify the liable party and hold them responsible for their actions that caused you to suffer a spinal cord injury.

At Linton & Hirshman, we have experience in advocating the rights of spinal cord injury victims and their families. We will focus on obtaining compensation for you while you focus on overcoming new challenges due to your spinal cord injury. We will assess expenses current and future carefully. We will consult with insurance companies, therapists, medical equipment suppliers, and any other party involved in the care of a spinal injury victim. If you or a loved one has suffered a spinal cord injury, contact an attorney at Linton & Hirshman. You can rely on us to aggressively pursue the compensation you deserve.

At Linton & Hirshman, we have the resources, medical knowledge, and legal experience to uphold the rights of spinal cord injury victims. Our experienced attorneys will initiate an inquiry into your case to acquire all applicable evidence including police reports, witness statements, and medical records related to your spinal injury.

The attorneys at Linton & Hirshman are committed to asserting the rights of spinal injury victims and their families. Contact Linton & Hirshman today to arrange a free consultation. We offer home or hospital appointments if needed. We are conveniently located in the warehouse district, of Cleveland Ohio, near the state and federal courthouses.

Resources:
Spinal Cord Injury Information Network

Center for Disease Control

Birth injury from negligent medical care

Birth injuries can be severe and life long. The repercussions of a birth injury can cause your child to not be capable of having a career or raising a family. Developmental delays can cause a lifetime of assistance being needed to accomplish even the most elemental daily tasks. The negligence of a medical professional can cause a birth injury that will effect your child their entire life. Seeking a birth injury lawyer in Cleveland, Ohio is important so that the liable party is held responsible for their sub-standard care. Did your doctor miss an important symptom or neglect to order important tests to safeguard the babies health?

The lawyers at Linton & Hirshman have over 90 years of combined experience in representing the families of birth injury victims. Our lawyers, Robert F. Linton, Jr., Ellen Hobbs Hirshman, and Tobias J. Hirshman are compassionate lawyers who understand the hardships created by a birth injury for both the family and the child. When you choose a birth injury lawyer at Linton & Hirshman, you will have an advocate looking out for your family’s best interest. We will fight for the much-deserved compensation to enable you to raise your child as needed due to their birth injury.

Our goal is to let you focus on positive growth and overcoming as many challenges as possible in raising your child. At Linton & Hirshman, we will use our vast resources to effectively bring your case to a positive outcome. We are committed to declaring the rights of birth injury victims and their families. Contact us for a free consultation. Home and hospital appointments are available. We are conveniently located in the warehouse district in Cleveland near the state and federal courthouses.

Cleveland Clinic
http://my.clevelandclinic.org/healthy_living/pregnancy/hic_fetal_positions_for_birth.aspx

Pregnancy-fact.com
http://www.pregnancy-facts.com/articles/childbirth/childbirth-complications.php

Where do you turn when cancer diagnosis is missed?

Linton & Hirshman, Attorneys at Law, in Cleveland Ohio are dedicated to representing patients whose cancer has been misdiagnosed by a medical professional. Robert F. Linton Jr., Ellen Hobbs Hirshman and Tobias J. Hirshman together have over 90 years of experience in cancer misdiagnosis cases. We understand the complexity of cancer misdiagnosis cases and will protect your rights when seeking compensation. As your top cancer misdiagnosis attorneys in Cleveland, we have the resources to thoroughly investigate your case and evaluate the evidence that contributed to your cancer misdiagnosis.

Two main scenarios apply to misdiagnosis cases, which are; the cancer being missed completely and an illness being diagnosed as cancer when it isn’t cancer. Have you or a loved one been treated for cancer and not had cancer? Undergone surgery or radiation and chemotherapy treatments unnecessarily? Was crucial treatment delayed due to a medical professional missing the diagnosis? Have you lost a loved one to cancer that was never diagnosed despite visits to a doctor?

In spite of having world-renowned hospitals in the Cleveland area, cancer misdiagnosis still occurs. A second opinion is always suggested when receiving such serious diagnosis and treatment recommendations. Medical professionals make mistakes that could forever change the course and quality of your life.

If you or a family member has suffered as a result of a careless medical diagnosis, seeking a cancer misdiagnosis attorney in Ohio such as Linton & Hirshman will help put your mind at ease so you can focus on your health and time with family.

Linton & Hirshman, cancer misdiagnosis attorneys in Ohio, are here to help you through these hard times. We are located in Cleveland’s warehouse district close to the state and federal courthouses. Contact us today for a free consultation. Hospital or home appointments are available.

Compassion and Respect – What is Needed for your Medical Malpractice Lawsuit

Malpractice cases can quickly become complex and difficult. It is important to have experienced malpractice attorneys represent your case. A malpractice law firm in Cleveland Ohio such as Linton & Hirshman will effectively represent your rights and financial wellbeing in the event of a malpractice case. Our attorneys, Ellen Hobbs Hirshman, Tobias J. Hirshman and Robert F. Linton, Jr., have over 90 years combined experience in malpractice cases. We will represent you in seeking compensation for negligent medical care.

If you are a victim of malpractice, you may be entitled to compensation for current and future medical bills, loss of wages, long-term disability, rehabilitation, pain and suffering and much more. Give Linton & Hirshman a chance to hear about your experiences and recommend appropriate action. You shouldn’t have to pay for someone else’s mistake the rest of your life.

Linton & Hirshman practices law with compassion and respect for our clients. We will take the time to understand the complexities of your case and make sure you understand your rights and options for legal action. We will collect all pertinent documentation about your case. As your malpractice law firm in Cleveland, Linton & Hirshman will devote all necessary resources, time, and attention in correctly identify the negligent actions of the responsible medical professional. While you focus on moving forward, we will assert your rights.

Contact Linton & Hirshman, malpractice law firm Cleveland, today for a free consultation with an experienced malpractice lawyer. Hospital or home appointments are available. We are conveniently located in Cleveland’s warehouse district near the federal and state courthouses.

Negligent Actions Cause Spinal Cord Injuries

Approximately 6 million people in the US are living with paralysis. Suffering a spinal cord injury will change a person’s life in every way…physically, emotionally and financially. The initial medical costs associated with a spinal cord injury are overwhelming not to mention the financial burdens you could experience over a lifetime. Your living environment may need to be changed to accommodate wheelchairs and special equipment as well as transportation. The first year of paralysis can cost up to three quarter of a million dollars in medical care and other costs of living with paralysis.

When a catastrophic injury such as a spinal cord injury effects you or a family member, it is important to seek legal counsel immediately. Our goal is to protect your rights as you navigate the long-term circumstances involved in a spinal cord injury accident. If someone else’s negligence has caused the paralysis, Linton & Hirshman will collect all pertinent documentation to effectively represent your case.

Your spinal cord injury attorney will help you plan for future expenses. Linton & Hirshman, Attorneys at Law, have over 90 years of combined experience helping people who have suffered a spinal cord injury. Our attorneys, Tobias J. Hirshman, Robert F. Linton, Jr., and Ellen Hobbs Hirshman will treat you with compassion and respect. We will protect your rights and provide sound guidance in your spinal cord injury case while you or a loved one work at adapting to your new life circumstances.

Your attorney at Linton & Hirshman will conduct an exhaustive assessment of your case. All injury related expenses will be calculated to insure you receive appropriate compensation. Linton & Hirshman, Cleveland attorneys, are committed to helping spinal cord injury victims and their families. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation with an experienced spinal cord injury attorney. Home or hospital appointments are available. We are conveniently located in the warehouse district near the state and federal courthouses.

How much do you know about your doctor?

No medical facility is immune to malpractice cases. Even in Cleveland, Ohio where we have access to some of the best medical facilities in the country, malpractice happens. Has it happened to you or a loved one? The attorneys of Linton & Hirshman are experienced in medical malpractice cases involving some of the best-rated hospitals in the country. Robert F. Linton, Jr., Ellen Hobbs Hirshman, and Tobias J. Hirshman have over 90 years of combined experience in medial malpractice cases. We have successfully secured financial compensation for the medical malpractice victims.

Malpractice can comprise of many circumstances such as: being misdiagnosed, administered an improper treatment, failing to order necessary tests to correctly diagnose the severity of your medical problem, perform the wrong procedure during surgery, administer too much anesthesia causing death, and treating you for a medical problem you do not have causing you further harm. Contact an experienced malpractice attorney today at Linton & Hirshman to have a qualified attorney evaluate your case. We have the resources to effectively pinpoint the negligent party and hold them responsible.

If you or a family member has experienced poor medical treatment that caused you to be severely injured, contact a malpractice attorney at Linton & Hirshman today. Your initial consultation is free. Appointments are available at home or at the hospital.
Linton & Hirshman is located in the warehouse district of Cleveland, Ohio, near the state and federal courthouses. Don’t wait, contact us today.

Doctors aren’t the only ones to misdiagnose cancer

A cancer misdiagnosis is rarely intentional; however, those confronted with the life-altering diagnosis of cancer can’t help but ask their doctor if they are sure. On the other hand, there’s also a chance that a positive cancer diagnosis is missed. How can this happen? Aren’t procedures in place to guard against this?

A cancer misdiagnosis can most often be attributed to a tumor is incorrectly identified as benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous); a malignant tumor is misclassified by type or stage. Or a medical professional may neglect to refer a patient to a specialist for further testing or pathology mishandled or improperly read a specimen. In these situations, the cancer misdiagnosis could have been avoided. When a person is misdiagnosed, precious time is lost in identifying and treating the cancer.

If you or someone you love has suffered as a result of a careless medical diagnosis, seeking a cancer misdiagnosis attorney in Ohio such as Linton & Hirshman will help put your mind at ease so you can focus on what’s truly important – your health. Robert F. Linton, Jr., Tobias J. Hirshman, and Ellen Hobbs Hirshman have over 90 years of combined experience of asking the right questions and finding the responsible parties.

Many people think of cancer misdiagnosis as the act of a doctor missing the cancer. However, there are also cases of patients being treated for a cancer they do not have. A second option is always prudent. If you have undergone surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, or any other treatment prescribed for cancer and didn’t have cancer, contact Linton & Hirshman today for a free consultation.

Linton & Hirshman, cancer misdiagnosis attorneys in Ohio, are devoted to asserting the rights of cancer misdiagnosis patients and families. We are located in Cleveland’s warehouse district close to the state and federal courthouses. Contact us today for a free consultation. Hospital or home appointments are available.

Sources:
American Cancer Society

Everyday Health

Malpractice statistics staggering

According to an article published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), over 119,000 people die each year due to medical malpractice. Medical malpractice has become the third leading cause of death in the United States, after deaths from heart disease and cancer.

The JAMA article also broke down the following medical malpractice statistics:

12,000 deaths/year from unnecessary surgery

7,000 deaths/year from medication errors in hospitals

20,000 deaths/year from other errors in hospitals

80,000 deaths/year from infections in hospitals

It is astounding that medical professionals are still making these errors each year. If your life has been significantly altered since a medial malpractice incident, don’t wait any longer. Contact an experienced Ohio malpractice attorney at Linton & Hirshman. Our attorneys have over 90 years of collective experience in medical malpractice cases and we understand how your life will never be the same due to someone else’s negligence.

Wouldn’t you like to talk with someone who understands what the future may bring when considering things like future medical costs and loss of income? Tobias J. Hirshman, Ellen Hobbs Hirshman, and Robert F. Linton, Jr., have the compassion and patience to evaluate the severity of your malpractice injury. Wouldn’t you want a seasoned Ohio malpractice attorney that is familiar with Ohio’s malpractice laws representing you and your family?

When a medical professional makes a serious error in your treatment, you have rights. An experienced Ohio malpractice attorney will help you navigate a complex malpractice case. Ohio’s malpractice attorneys at Linton & Hirshman have a wealth of experience in malpractice cases in Ohio. We understand the grave effect a medical professional’s negligence can cause to you or a family member. Our job is to work diligently to protect your rights to compensation.

While you and your family focus on moving forward and adjusting to the new challenges in your life caused by someone else’s negligence, Linton & Hirshman has the significant resources needed to effectively develop and argue your malpractice case. We will identify witnesses, care providers, and research all relevant evidence in your case while treating you with compassion and respect.

Call Linton & Hirshman today for a free consultation for your Ohio malpractice case. Home and hospital appointments are available. We are located in the warehouse district of Cleveland, Ohio, close to the state and federal courthouses.

Sources:
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, US Dept of Health and Services

http://www.ahrq.gov/

Wikipedia – malpractice

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Malpractice

Spinal cord injuries by the numbers

According to a recent study initiated by the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation, there are nearly 1 in 50 people living with paralysis—approximately 6 million people.
That’s the same number of people as the combined populations of Los Angeles, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C. Suffering a spinal cord injury is a life changing event; physically, emotionally and financially.

The costs of living with a spinal cord injury can be substantial and vary due to the severity of injury. The following facts are according to The University of Alabama National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
In the first year, average yearly expenses can range from $228,566 to $775,567.
For a 25 year old, estimated lifetime costs due to spinal cord injury can range from $681,843 to over $3 million.

87.9% of all spinal cord injured individuals are discharged from hospitals to private homes.
These are staggering figures and having a spinal cord injury attorney will help you plan for these future expenses. Linton & Hirshman, Attorneys at Law, have over 90 years of combined experience helping people to keep moving forward after suffering a spinal cord injury. Our attorneys Robert F. Linton, Jr., Ellen Hobbs Hirshman and Tobias J. Hirshman, will treat you with compassion and respect. While you or a loved one work at adapting your lives to the new circumstances, we will protect your rights and provide sound guidance in your spinal cord injury case.

Your spinal cord injury attorney at Linton & Hirshman will conduct a comprehensive evaluation of your case. All injury related expenses will be calculated to ensure you receive suitable compensation. Linton & Hirshman, Cleveland Malpractice attorneys, are committed to asserting the rights of spinal cord injury victims and their families. Contact an experienced Linton & Hirshman attorney today to schedule a free consultation. Home or hospital appointments are available. We are conveniently located in the warehouse district near the state and federal courthouses.

Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, National Institute of Health

Brain injury statistics

A brain injury can cause a long-term disability or death. According to the Brain Injury Association of America, of the 1.4 million people who sustain a brain injury each year in the United States, 50,000 die; 235,000 are hospitalized; and 1.1 million are treated and released from an emergency department. 20% of these injuries are caused by motor vehicle accidents. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that at least 3.17 Million Americans currently have a long-term or lifelong need for help to perform activities of daily living as a result of a brain injury.

Traumatic brain injury can cause a wide range of functional changes affecting thinking, language, learning, emotions, behavior, and/or sensation. It can also cause epilepsy and increase the risk for conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, and other brain disorders that become more prevalent with age.

If you or a loved one has suffered a brain injury, don’t hesitate to contact Linton & Hirshman today for a free consultation. The care and services required to assist a brain injury victim in daily life will not be short lived. Let Linton & Hirshman, experienced Ohio brain injury attorneys, protect your rights to proper care and compensation. Our attorneys Tobias J. Hirshman, Robert F. Linton, Jr., and Ellen Hobbs Hirshman have great compassion and insight into struggles and challenges faced by brain injury victims. Let us fight for the compensation you deserve.

When a family member has suffered a traumatic brain injury, Linton & Hirshman will evaluate your case to determine if another’s negligence or medical malpractice caused the injury. The attorneys at Linton & Hirshman are dedicated to asserting the rights of people suffering from these devastating injuries. Contact an experienced brain injury attorney at Linton & Hirshman today to learn more about your rights and a legal course of action. Don’t delay; schedule a free consultation now.

Linton & Hirshman Attorneys at Law in Cleveland Ohio are committed to asserting the rights of brain injury victims. We have over 90 years of combined experience as well as the resources and medical knowledge to successfully represent you in a brain injury case. Don’t try to navigate the legal system alone. Contact us today for a free consultation at home or the hospital. We are conveniently located in the warehouse district near the state and federal courthouses in Cleveland, Ohio.

Sources:
Brain Injury Association of America

National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Strokes