David and Dylan reached a settlement in a case involving a young man who died following a routine tonsillectomy, The patient was given a toxic and lethal dose of the opioid Dilaudid, in combination with the anti-nausea drug Phenergan. The medical record showed a steady decline in the patient’s condition, consistent with respiratory depression caused by opiate overdose. This was confirmed upon autopsy. The case focused on the lack of training by post-op nurses and lack of policies and procedures at the hospital where this happened.
Holding Device Makers Accountable In Court
Medical devices are designed to heal, restore function, and support better health outcomes. But when a product fails due to a design flaw or manufacturing defect, the consequences can be devastating. We've seen how defective implants, pacemakers, surgical mesh, and...
