01.03.12
The firm rang in the new year with some great news, as partners Philip C. Federico, Kerry D. Staton, James D. Cardea and Scott P. Kurlander were named among the Top 100 Super Lawyers for Maryland. This means each attorney received one of the top 100 highest point totals in the rating service's nomination process. More»
12.16.11
We are pleased to announce that, for the second year in a row, all five partners have been selected as Super Lawyers. Super Lawyers rates outstanding lawyers from across the country who have attained a high-degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. More»
02.03.12
Most GP Complaints Resolved Locally, UK
Medical News Today
According to an analysis of complaints in the latest edition of inpractice, the Medical Defense Union's journal that appears twice a year and is aimed at GP practice manager members covering topics like complaints, RCN indemnity changes and dealing with estranged parents, over 90% of 2,410 complaints made by GP members in the year April 2009/2010 seem to have been resolved locally... More»
01.31.12
Paper Clips For Root Canals Lands Dentist In Jail
Medical News Today
When dentists do a root canal they are supposed to use steel posts, and definitely not paper clips. A dentist from Massachusetts has just received a 1-year prison sentence at the Bristol County House of Correction, for using paper clips for just such procedures - he had faced charges of assault and battery, as well as defrauding Medicaid to the tune of $130,000, and intimidating a witness. Dr... More»
01.18.12
To avoid many of the minor mistakes that have caused so many injuries, the health industry is now taking cues from other sectors–such as the airline industry–to internally reduce the risk of medical errors and their accompanying costs. More»
12.01.11
It’s your doctor’s responsibility to prescribe you the correct medication at the proper dosage. But as a health-care consumer, it’s your job to remain vigilant. Here are are some simple steps we can all take to protect against medication errors. More»