Hospital

Tragic Delays in Emergency Care: Family Sues Hospital After Patient’s Death from Preventable Pulmonary Embolism

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Chula Vista, California — A civil lawsuit filed against Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center claims that a physician’s order for a patient to receive an immediate chest X-ray was delayed for over ten hours, contributing to the patient’s death from a pulmonary embolism, which is a serious condition caused by a blood clot in the lungs. The case, while centered on one individual, highlights a larger issue within healthcare regarding the urgency of diagnosing and treating conditions that can prove fatal if not addressed promptly. An estimate from the National Blood Clot Alliance suggests that … Read more

Day 3 of Mary Sifuentes Retrial: Jury Examines Crucial Hospital Footage

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LUBBOCK, Texas — The third day of Mary Sifuentes’ retrial focused on a surveillance video from the hospital, a key piece of evidence in a case that has garnered significant public interest. The footage was played for the jury as lawyers presented arguments over the events surrounding the death of 21-month-old Zayne G. Sifuentes is charged with injury to a child, a serious allegation stemming from the child’s demise, which has led to intense scrutiny of medical practices and parental responsibility. During the proceedings, jurors meticulously examined the video, which captures critical moments before and … Read more

California Jury Awards $27.5 Million to Hospital Nurse for PTSD After Tragic Incident and Employer Retaliation

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LOS ANGELES — A jury in California awarded $27.5 million to a former chief nursing officer for emotional distress caused by her departure from a hospital following a traumatic incident. The nurse, who experienced severe psychological issues, had been called to the hospital’s parking structure where she encountered a woman who had jumped from the eighth floor and died. This tragic event was not isolated; she later discovered that a man had also taken his life from the same location six years prior. In the wake of this incident, the nurse actively pushed for improved … Read more

Verdict Clears Ascension Saint Elizabeth’s Hospital in Controversial Schara Death Case

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APPLETON, Wis. — A jury has cleared Ascension Saint Elizabeth Hospital of wrongdoing in the wrongful death lawsuit filed by the family of a 19-year-old woman who died after a severe allergic reaction in 2021. The case revolved around the death of Grace Schara, who experienced anaphylaxis during a hospital visit, and whether the hospital’s staff acted appropriately during her care. The jury deliberated for approximately four hours before returning with a verdict on Thursday, exonerating the hospital and ruling that the hospital staff did not breach their duty of care towards Schara. The trial … Read more