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The legal team at Merson Law reviews and edits posts and pages on this site. You will find articles on cases involving Medical Malpractice, Sexual Assault, Personal Injury, Product Liability and more here.

Wrong Surgical Procedure Medical Malpractice

June 5, 2023

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On this blog, we’ve discussed wrong-patient surgery and wrong-site surgery, but there’s another medical “never event” similar to these. This “wrong surgical procedure,” where doctors perform an incorrect surgery on…

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Hospital Slip and Fall – How to Determine Negligence

June 2, 2023

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Did you suffer from a hospital slip and fall? If you experienced significant injuries from a fall as a patient at a hospital, you may be able to pursue financial…

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Spinal Manipulation Injury & Medical Malpractice

May 31, 2023

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Spinal manipulation, a technique commonly used by chiropractors and some healthcare practitioners, can provide relief for certain musculoskeletal conditions. However, when performed negligently or without proper care, spinal manipulation can…

Wrong Patient Surgery – A Medical “Never Event”

May 29, 2023

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Imagine waking up from surgery, only to find out that you received a completely different operation than you were supposed to. Wrong patient surgery refers to the alarming scenario in…

Wrong-Site Surgery: A Medical “Never Event”

May 26, 2023

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Surgery is a complex and precise medical procedure that demands utmost attention and adherence to protocols. However, there are rare instances where surgical errors occur, including one particularly alarming type…

What is Anesthesia Awareness?

May 24, 2023

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Imagine for a moment, you are about to undergo a surgical procedure. You’re worried, but not too scared. Your surgeon has already soothed many of your worries, and you’re confident…

How Often Do Surgical Instruments Get Left Inside Patients?

May 22, 2023

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We’re all well aware that surgery is almost always a stressful experience, even though it is oftentimes necessary. Thankfully majority of surgeries go well. Even in those that don’t, patients…

What is an Expert Witness?

May 19, 2023

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Medical malpractice cases are complex and challenging, requiring a deep understanding of medical procedures, standards of care, and the legal system. In many cases, an expert witness can play a…

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What is Drug Interaction Malpractice?

May 17, 2023

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Drug interaction malpractice refers to a situation where a healthcare provider prescribes medication to a patient without considering the potential for harmful interactions with other medications the patient is already…

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What is the Continuing Negligence Doctrine?

May 15, 2023

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The continuing negligence doctrine is a legal principle that holds a party responsible for damages caused by their ongoing failure to exercise reasonable care and diligence in fulfilling a duty…

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Watch: Forbes Interviews Jordan Merson About Carroll v. Trump Rape Case

April 28, 2023

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Read Video Transcript: Diane Brady: Hi everybody, I’m Diane Brady. I’m here with Jordan Merson, a prominent New York attorney who has represented women, I guess Jordan, in a number…

Merson Law Review: VOL. III NO. 3 April 26, 2023

April 27, 2023

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Merson Law Review: VOL. III NO. 3 April 26, 2023 Editor in Chief: Steven E. North, Esq. Case Editor: Emily C. Vaught, Esq. Contributing Editors: Noah Werksman, paralegal; Shaun Lederman,…

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E. Jean Carroll v. Donald Trump – Politico Talks To Jordan Merson

April 26, 2023

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“Juries tend to be very sympathetic to survivors of sexual abuse, especially if there’s any type of verbal disparagement thereafter. If the jury finds for Ms. Carroll, you could be…

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Delay in Treatment Lawsuit

April 26, 2023

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In this week’s post, the team at Merson Law PLLC answers some frequently asked questions about delay in treatment lawsuits. Learn all you need to know about this specific type…

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NYC man beaten by construction worker in unprovoked attack in elevator, lawsuit says

April 20, 2023

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CHELSEA, Manhattan (PIX11) — A 60-year-old Manhattan man who was assaulted inside the elevator of his Chelsea apartment building filed a lawsuit over the incident Tuesday. The attack unfolded in…

Merson Law Case Disabled Man Attacked by construction worker chelsea apartment

Video of disabled NYC man getting attacked & collapsing inside elevator

April 20, 2023

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Disturbing video shows a disabled man getting knocked unconscious by a construction worker inside the elevator of a Manhattan building – and the victim is now filing suit over the…

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Merson Law Fights For Disabled Man Attacked Inside Elevator At His Chelsea Apartment Building

April 20, 2023

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CHELSEA, Manhattan (WABC) — A disabled man is seeking justice and has filed a lawsuit after he says he was senselessly beaten inside his Chelsea apartment building. On February 2,…

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Catastrophic Tort – What it Means and What to Do if You Have One

April 12, 2023

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A catastrophic tort is a type of legal claim that arises when someone suffers a severe injury or harm due to the actions of another person or entity. The injury…

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What happens at a medical malpractice trial?

April 5, 2023

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When it comes to legal trials, we often have a preconceived notion of what they look like based on popular culture. From courtroom dramas to true crime documentaries, we’re exposed…

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What Percentage of Malpractice Suits are Successful?

March 29, 2023

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Starting a medical malpractice lawsuit is certainly a daunting endeavor. You may be wondering to yourself, is it even worth it? How many medical malpractice lawsuits actually end up successful?…

Posts by Merson Law Admin

Wrong Surgical Procedure Medical Malpractice

Hospital Slip and Fall – How to Determine Negligence

Spinal Manipulation Injury & Medical Malpractice

Wrong Patient Surgery – A Medical “Never Event”

Wrong-Site Surgery: A Medical “Never Event”

What is Anesthesia Awareness?

How Often Do Surgical Instruments Get Left Inside Patients?

What is an Expert Witness?

What is Drug Interaction Malpractice?

What is the Continuing Negligence Doctrine?

Watch: Forbes Interviews Jordan Merson About Carroll v. Trump Rape Case

Merson Law Review: VOL. III NO. 3 April 26, 2023

E. Jean Carroll v. Donald Trump – Politico Talks To Jordan Merson

Delay in Treatment Lawsuit

NYC man beaten by construction worker in unprovoked attack in elevator, lawsuit says

Video of disabled NYC man getting attacked & collapsing inside elevator

Merson Law Fights For Disabled Man Attacked Inside Elevator At His Chelsea Apartment Building

Catastrophic Tort – What it Means and What to Do if You Have One

What happens at a medical malpractice trial?

What Percentage of Malpractice Suits are Successful?

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