In a significant medical malpractice case, Essentia Health, a health system serving 3 Midwest states, was ordered to pay $19 million to the parents of Johnny Galligan, now 10 years old, for misdiagnosing his meningitis at birth. The incident unfolded in 2013 when Johnny, only 8 days old, exhibited symptoms like crying, lack of appetite and fever. His parents, Alina and … [Read more...] about Family Wins $19 Million in Meningitis Lawsuit
Florida’s Wrongful Death Act Has a Loophole Affecting Victims of Medical Negligence
In August 2019, it once again became evident that there is a problem with Florida’s Wrongful Death Act. Struck with grief at the passing of Gerald Giannillo, his family and girlfriend mourned their loss with the added disbelief and dismay that there was nothing they could do to receive justice. Gerald died 4 days after receiving a delicate surgery to correct a leaking heart … [Read more...] about Florida’s Wrongful Death Act Has a Loophole Affecting Victims of Medical Negligence