Garau Germano, P.C. Legal Blog
We help victims throughout the state of Indiana.
If you believe you may have a medical malpractice lawsuit in Indiana, it’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with the various state laws that could impact your case. Read on to learn more about medical malpractice laws and rules in Indiana. Medical Malpractice...
During pregnancy, the umbilical cord helps your baby get what they need. Everything that you take in goes to your baby, and their waste is carried away through the same cord. In most cases, the umbilical cord supports your baby with no problems. Unfortunately, if...
The hospital relies on many people to support the sick and injured. While most of the people you will meet in the hospital will be paid members of the staff, other people are volunteers. Volunteers in the hospital can support the regular staff in many ways so that...
Whether it is an injury or a chronic condition, pain is difficult to live with. Even mild pain can make everyday life more difficult. While opioids can be a useful tool for some types of pain, long-term use can lead to addiction and other problems. Before starting an...
It can be difficult to think clearly when you are facing a severe medical issue. Between pain and worry, it is challenging to know what to do and what resources are the best option for your situation. The emergency room is understandably expensive. There is a long...
As you get closer to your due date, you have to come up with an answer to choosing a hospital to deliver your baby. While some end up in an emergency where they must deliver before reaching the hospital, most of the time, you can choose where to deliver your baby....
Whether you have struggled with vision problems your whole life or you recently discovered you need glasses, the idea of a surgery that puts it all in the past may sound too good to be true. Of course, the first risk you think about is terrifying. You go in for...
A hospital is already an intimidating place. You are already vulnerable because you need medical attention, and the people on your healthcare team are responsible for helping you leave in a better situation than when you entered. Before they will help you, though,...
It is not difficult to figure out that nurses have tough schedules. Hospitals are open around the clock, so nurses need to be available, too. In most hospitals, nurses are constantly having to adjust and readjust to rotating schedules. It is the hospital’s way of...
Often, the emergency department is a busy place. Nurses must try to organize patients so that those who have the most life-threatening issues receive treatment first. Unfortunately, even when the emergency department is not busy, there may be staff who do not know how...