Pennsylvania regulations permit a nurse anesthetist to administer anesthesia when the nurse anesthetist is supervised by an anesthesiologist or an operating surgeon.[1] While surgeons may supervise a nurse anesthetist without a physician anesthesiologist, “In the...
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Verdict Obtained in Medical Malpractice Case
On October 17, 2023, Attorneys Patrick Cavanaugh and Zachary Gordon completed a seven-day medical malpractice jury trial in the Court of Common Pleas of Crawford County, Pennsylvania. They obtained a unanimous jury verdict in favor of their client, the estate of a...
Will self-driving cars reduce accidents and make the roads safer?
Self-driving cars seem like an inevitable future. They already exist, even though they are not yet ubiquitous on U.S. roads. Some modern consumer vehicles have driver assist systems, but they are not fully autonomous. With that said, some of these assistance systems –...
Jonathan Bruno Featured In Pennsylvania Lawyer Magazine
would like to congratulate our own Jonathan Bruno for being featured in this quarter's Pennsylvania Lawyer Magazine. His cover article, which you can read here, discusses the role of amicus briefs and is well worth your time. Jonathan...
Why is summer a dangerous time for teenage drivers?
Summer is a time of year most teens long for, with school out, the sun shining and the open road beckoning. It's a period filled with new drivers fresh out of driver's education, an abundance of free time and an increase in overall travel. This perfect storm of...
Can a hospital hide a doctor’s record?
Many people do not check a doctor’s record before going in for surgery or another type of treatment. They simply go to the hospital and trust that the members of their care team will approach their care appropriately. But you may be a particularly curious and informed...
Are hospitals understaffed?
Hospitals were already struggling with staffing issues prior to 2020, but the events of the last few years have produced a veritable crisis all around the United States. It makes no difference whether you’re talking about rural hospitals, urban hospitals or teaching...
4 common sources of shareholder disputes
Companies bring in shareholders when they need capital to start operations or when the company grows enough to Warrant the additional complexity of becoming a publicly traded organization. In either case, the shareholders who help financially support the company have...
2 reasons brain injuries cost more than people expect
When you get into a car crash, a traumatic brain injury (TBI) is one of the most concerning injuries you might suffer. Brain injuries could lead to lasting physical limitations and a lengthy hospitalization followed by intensive rehabilitation efforts. Although you...
When families should consider a wrongful death claim
When a family member passes away, it may be possible to pursue a wrongful death claim. This can help to cover some of the costs in the same way that it would help to pursue a personal injury claim. Any time someone passes away unexpectedly, it can get expensive, and...