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Virginia law: What is Medical Malpractice v. Bad Medical Care v. Bad communication 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

Virginia law: What is Medical Malpractice v. Bad Medical Care v. Bad communication

Scenario 1:  Husband takes trash cans down to the curb on Wednesday morning, and mentions to you that the chore is complete. Good action. Good communication. Good husband. Scenario 2: Husband takes trash cans down to the curb on Wednesday morning, forgets to mention it. Good action. Bad communication. Scenario 3: Husband takes trash cans…

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Brooke Shields and her “Mr. Malpractice Experience” – How malpractice impacts even the wealthy and powerful 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

Brooke Shields and her “Mr. Malpractice Experience” – How malpractice impacts even the wealthy and powerful

On a drive across Virginia I recently listened to Brooke Shield’s new book – Brooke Shields is Not Allowed to Age. For a Gen X woman like me, it was a delightful listen / read. What struck me most however, wasn’t her wit or reflections on motherhood or marriage, but the entire chapter (Chapter 5)…

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Whistleblowers: Protecting Virginia’s Healthcare Integrity
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Whistleblowers: Protecting Virginia’s Healthcare Integrity

As attorneys specializing in whistleblower cases, we’ve witnessed firsthand the critical role whistleblowers play in safeguarding our community’s healthcare system and protecting taxpayer dollars. The U.S. Department of Justice’s latest report for fiscal year 2024 confirms what we’ve long known: whistleblowers are the unsung heroes in the fight against fraud. A Landmark Year for Fraud…

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Chesapeake Hospital: Fraud, Betrayal, and the Fight for Accountability
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Chesapeake Hospital: Fraud, Betrayal, and the Fight for Accountability

Chesapeake, Virginia—not exactly the place you’d expect to find a hotbed of medical malpractice and conspiracy. Yet here we are, staring down the barrel of an indictment that has it all: unnecessary surgeries, bloated billing schemes, and a betrayal of trust so deep it makes you question everything you thought you knew about healthcare. This…

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Why Virginia Wrongful Death lawsuits are so difficult on the survivors, oh and the Lion King 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

Why Virginia Wrongful Death lawsuits are so difficult on the survivors, oh and the Lion King

How grief is part of a Virginia wrongful death lawsuit.

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Virginia doctors – and the duty to prevent, diagnose and treat pulmonary embolism 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

Virginia doctors – and the duty to prevent, diagnose and treat pulmonary embolism

Pulmonary Embolism can be a life altering injury, but with good medical care can often be avoided and or quickly treated.

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There is nothing routine about surgery, and yes mistakes can happen 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

There is nothing routine about surgery, and yes mistakes can happen

Dan explains the top 6 injuries that our office sees during what health care providers label as “common procedures.”

1. Nerve Damage (often during orthopedic procedures / surgeries where doctors fail to protect the neighboring nerves)
2. Infection – while infection is common and malpractice cases difficult to prove, they do require quick action when diagnosed
3. Organ Damage – to neighboring organs during surgery (usually abdominal, gynecologic or thoracic procedures)
4. Bleeding that becomes untreated hematoma
5. Blood Clots – because doctor failed to prevent them or diagnose them in a timely manner
6. Problems with Anesthesia

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Virginia Whistleblower Lawsuit Leads to Multimillion Dollar Settlement by Inova Health
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Virginia Whistleblower Lawsuit Leads to Multimillion Dollar Settlement by Inova Health

On November 15, 2024, the Department of Justice announced that Inova Health System, a major healthcare system in Northern Virginia, agreed to pay $2.37 million to resolve allegations of fraudulent healthcare billing. The settlement underscores the critical role whistleblowers play in exposing fraudulent practices in the healthcare industry. The Allegations According to the U.S. Attorney’s…

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Roanoke Lawsuit Alleging Healthcare Fraud Settles for $85 Million
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Roanoke Lawsuit Alleging Healthcare Fraud Settles for $85 Million

Frith & Ellerman Law Firm, based in Roanoke, Virginia, recently helped plaintiffs settle one of the largest “opt out” pharmaceutical drug recovery settlements on record. The $85 million settlement was entered on July 8, 2024, by Virginia pharmaceutical company Indivior, agreeing to resolve a lawsuit alleging healthcare fraud. The scheme was initially brought to the…

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DOJ Launches New Incentive for Whistleblowers
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DOJ Launches New Incentive for Whistleblowers

On August 1, 2024, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) launched a new cash-for-tips incentive for whistleblowers. Individuals who turn over original information or analysis relating to: financial crimes bribery or healthcare fraud are eligible for an award of up to 30% of any assets forfeited by the company as a result of that information.[1]…

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Common Mistakes With Skin Cancer
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Common Mistakes With Skin Cancer

Skin cancer is a type of cancer that begins in the cells of the skin. It is the most common form of cancer diagnosed in the United States.[1]  Each year, approximately one million people are diagnosed with skin cancer.[2] There are three main types of skin cancer: Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC): The most common type…

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Difference between a Car Accident case and Medical Malpractice case under Virginia law 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

Difference between a Car Accident case and Medical Malpractice case under Virginia law

This morning I read a tragic news story about a Virginia woman who was in a car accident that caused the death of her unborn child.  I was impressed by the explanations provided by the article author, of the litigation process the woman and her family endured after the accident and case. The author highlighted…

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