Hospital

City of Greenwood Challenges Court Ruling: Fire Chief’s Appointment to Hospital Board Sparks Dispute

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GREENWOOD, Mississippi – A dispute between the city and county over an appointment to the local hospital board has sparked a legal battle. Recently, a chancery judge issued an injunction that prevented fire chief Marcus Banks from joining the board, leading the city of Greenwood to challenge the ruling. The conflict over the Greenwood Leflore Hospital’s leadership is likely to be taken up by an appeals court. During a specially called city council meeting, a motion was made to appeal Judge Perkins’ ruling on the appointment. The city council authorized the appeal in connection with … Read more

Hospital Faces Unprecedented $120 Million Jury Verdict for Failing to Detect Stroke in Patient’s CT Scan

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MOUNT PLEASANT, New York – In a historic verdict, a hospital located just north of New York City has been ordered to pay $120 million due to the failure of resident physicians to detect signs of a stroke in CT images. The jury deliberated for a day before reaching the largest verdict in Westchester County’s history, according to reports. The attorney representing the patient and his family, Ben Rubinowitz, described the verdict as unprecedented in his 40-year career. The case dates back to November 27, 2018, when William R. Lee, a commercial real estate broker, … Read more

Man Falsely Identified as Suspect, Tased in Hospital: Lawsuit Targets City of Bolivar and Police Officers

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MEMPHIS, Tenn. – A lawsuit has been filed against the City of Bolivar and two Bolivar police officers after a man claims he was tased and handcuffed during a visit to Bolivar General Hospital. Cameron Woods, 23, stated that he went to the hospital’s emergency room on December 16, 2022, due to difficulty breathing. However, his choice of clothing – a white hoodie, blue pants, and black shoes – inadvertently led to a life-changing incident. Woods alleged that he was taken to an X-ray room where, without any warning, he was tased and subdued. The … Read more

Chicago-Area Hospital System Ordered to Pay $14 Million in Wrongful Death Lawsuit

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Chicago, Illinois – A hospital system in the Chicago area has been ordered to pay a $14 million jury verdict after being found responsible for the death of a 19-year-old who did not receive treatment for his heart condition. The verdict, delivered by a local jury, holds the hospital system liable for failing to provide necessary medical care. The tragic case involved a young individual whose heart condition went untreated, leading to his untimely death. The jury’s decision highlights the significant consequences that can arise when medical providers fail to fulfill their obligations to their … Read more