Cartiva Implant Litigation: What to Know About AVITRAC™ MTP Revision System

Pullano & Siporin has taken a leading role in representing victims of the defective Cartiva implant device. We are believed to be the only law firm in Illinois actively litigating cases against Cartiva, and represent many more Cariva victims from all across the country. If someone you know has been diagnosed with arthritis in their… Continue reading Cartiva Implant Litigation: What to Know About AVITRAC™ MTP Revision System

Importance of EMR (Electronic Medical Record) Audit Trails in Medical Malpractice Cases

In modern medicine, paper charts and file folders full of documents are a thing of the past. They have been replaced by electronic medical records, or EMRs, which are digital versions of a patient’s medical records that can be accessed by healthcare providers.  An audit trail is metadata from a patient’s medical record that contains… Continue reading Importance of EMR (Electronic Medical Record) Audit Trails in Medical Malpractice Cases

Informed Consent in Medical Malpractice Cases

Informed consent is a cornerstone of medical ethics and patient autonomy. It ensures that before patients agree to a medical procedure or treatment, they are fully aware of its benefits, risks, and alternatives. When a patient suffers harm during a medical procedure, one of the key questions in determining liability is whether they were adequately… Continue reading Informed Consent in Medical Malpractice Cases

Types of Neglect in Nursing Homes

The decision to move a family member to a nursing home can be emotionally fraught and difficult. However, for disabled or elderly adults, these facilities can often provide the care and support that friends and family aren’t able to on their own. Unfortunately, not all nursing homes offer a high standard of care, and can… Continue reading Types of Neglect in Nursing Homes