Personal Injury
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The Doctor-Patient Relationship
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The existence of a doctor-patient relationship, like other professional relationships, offers patents certain protections. For example, if a doctor-patient relationship does not exist, the doctor is not bound by a code of ethics and cannot be held liable for medical malpractice. Determining whether a doctor-patient relationship exists is often a simple task. Courts have found that
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Bone Building Drugs Can Cause Serious Injuries After Prolonged Use
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Loss of bone density and osteoporosis are a serious concern for women, especially as they age. Weakened bones can lead to bone fractures, especially in the hip or spine, which can cause difficult recoveries or even disability. Some women have begun taking precautionary measures to prevent or treat osteoporosis, but new concerns are emerging over
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New Jersey Legislature Considers Emergency Medical Services Reforms
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Two identical bills currently before the New Jersey legislature are intended to enhance patient safety by changing how emergency medical services (EMS) are regulated, funded and delivered. Senate Bill 818 and Assembly Bill 2095 were created to respond to critical problems exposed by a 2007 Department of Health and Senior Services study of ambulance and
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What is the Typical Process for an Automobile Accident Suit in New Jersey?
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Although most New Jersey automobile accident injury claims are settled without litigation, it sometimes may be necessary to go to court to seek compensation for serious or catastrophic injuries. A lawsuit can follow different paths in the court system and can take varying lengths of time. However, there are certain steps and phases common to