By: David J. Cutshaw, Partner and Gabriel A. Hawkins, Partner Cohen & Malad, LLP has been involved in several what we call mass tort medical malpractice cases. In essence, these cases involve situations where a doctor or surgeon has performed unnecessary procedures, not for the patient’s benefit, but for the benefit of the doctor’s pocketbook… Continue Reading »
FDA Partners with Online Patient Network to Gather Post-Market Drug Safety Data
By: Jeff S. Gibson, Attorney The FDA announced an agreement with PatientsLikeMe, an online database where patients share healthcare information and experiences, to analyze data and provide new insights into drug safety. This agreement was created with the intent to provide better post-market surveillance of drugs and medical devices and increase patient safety outcomes. The… Continue Reading »
What You Need to Know About Imported Food and the Food Safety Modernization Act
by: Jonathan Knoll, Attorney In previous blog articles, you have had the opportunity to learn how the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) works to protect consumers from dangerous medical device and pharmaceutical products. But, did you know that the FDA’s focus is not only on protecting consumers from dangerous medical devices and drugs? In… Continue Reading »
Weight-loss Drugs and FDA Recalls
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The Importance of Being Versatile in the Legal Profession
by: Jonathan Knoll, Attorney One of the most important qualities for a young associate, as well as any person starting out in their profession, is being versatile. Whether it is volunteering for an assignment or pitching in at the last minute to help finish a project, being flexible is not only an essential element of… Continue Reading »
The Statute of Limitations: How Inaction Can Kill Your Personal Injury Lawsuit
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Mass Torts v. Class Actions
by: Jeff S. Gibson, Attorney People generally assume that because someone is a lawyer, they must know about every area of law. While lawyers might have a basic understanding of multiple areas of law, asking a tax lawyer about class actions and mass torts, is the equivalent of asking a pediatrician about brain surgery. While… Continue Reading »
Tort Reform – It Has Nothing to Do with Dessert.
by: Edward B. Mulligan V, Attorney Do you know what Tort Reform is? Not quite sure? Well, you’re not alone; most Americans don’t. However, before you decide who to vote for in the November elections, it is critical that you be well-informed on this important issue. Don’t worry, I’m here to help. What is a… Continue Reading »
IIGA and Damages In Medical Negligence Actions (Part 2)
by:David B. Allen, Attorney In this second part of a two-part article, I will discuss issues surrounding the application of the Guaranty statute in medical malpractice cases. Conflict Between Guaranty Statute and Medical Malpractice Act IIGA’s refusal to pay medical specials is not the only problem for Plaintiffs in medical malpractice cases when the healthcare… Continue Reading »
IIGA and Damages In Medical Negligence Actions (Part 1)
by:David B. Allen, Attorney In this first of a two-part article regarding litigation issues involving the Indiana Insurance Guaranty Association (IIGA) and damages in medical negligence actions, I will provide background regarding the Guaranty Statute and issues with the IIGA’s interpretation of the statute. A future article will address this matter further and provide some… Continue Reading »
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