The 2014 Super Lawyers Magazine article titled: “How Theodore Babbitt Turned His Life Around” provides a window into the dynamic early career of Ted Babbitt, founder of Babbitt & Johnson P.A. From juvenile delinquent on a path to nowhere to becoming one of the top 100 Plaintiff Attorneys in the U.S., the article captures Ted … Read More
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The Fallacy of Tort Reform and Hot Coffee
Perhaps you’ve seen the Seinfeld episode in which lawyer Jackie Chiles encourages Kramer to sue over a cup of hot coffee that spilled onto his pants after a failed attempt of sneaking it into a movie theater. Kramer walks into the scene and jovially remarks, “I spoke to a lawyer. We’re suing for millions!” Jerry … Read More
Consumer Reports Warns About Hip and Knee Replacement Risks
Those seeking hip or knee replacement surgery are almost always focused on one thing: increased mobility or pain alleviation. A recent Consumer Reports’ Safe Patient Project shared on WMC-TV article titled: “Consumer Reports: Hip and knee replacement caution” reminds people considering hip or knee replacements that there can be serious complications associated with the surgery that they … Read More
Georgia State Lawmakers Consider New Patient Injury Act
In an attempt to curb medical malpractice costs, Georgia State lawmakers are considering a new bill. The bill would prevent patients and their families from suing doctors and hospitals in Georgia, directing them instead to a panel of appointed healthcare experts that would hear their case, ascertain injuries and determine any wrongdoing compensation. An article by … Read More
Florida Defective Medical Device Attorneys Explain Metal-on-Metal Implant Injuries
People who elect to have hip or knee replacement surgery expect a reasonable amount of pain relief and increased range of motion as a result of these invasive procedures. Given the advances in medical device technology, there is no reason to think otherwise. However, some defective medical devices are not living up to their promise … Read More
NuvaRing Contraceptive Risks and Malpractice Lawsuit Options
A recent study on the contraceptive NuvaRing (manufactured by Merck & Co., Inc.) found that users of vaginal rings with ethinyl estradiol and etonogestrel (such as NuvaRing) have an increased risk of blood clots compared to non-users. As a result, lawsuits have been filed that allege the companies involved concealed the health risks associated with using the NuvaRing. … Read More
Transvaginal Mesh Complications – Get Attorney Advice
Transvaginal mesh is a synthetic or biologic material that is permanently implanted in women to repair pelvic organ prolapse (POP) or to support the urethra to treat urinary incontinence. However, recent research shows serious transvaginal mesh side effects and complications associated with the mesh products such as infection, organ perforation, bleeding and pain during intercourse … Read More
Lipitor Diabetes Lawsuits
The best-selling pharmaceutical drug in history is Lipitor® created by Pfizer, Inc. Since it was approved in 1996, sales have exceeded $125 billion dollars and for nearly a decade, generating $11 billion a year in revenue before its patent expired in late 2011. In spite of all this success, however, large bodies of research suggest that … Read More
Florida Personal Injury Lawyers Define Medical Malpractice
According to Forbes, nationwide medical malpractice is the third leading cause of death in the U.S., right behind heart disease and cancer. As Palm Beach-based personal injury lawyers, we define medical malpractice as when a health care provider or a hospital fails to act with a reasonable standard of care, causing a new or aggravated … Read More
Florida Medical Malpractice Lawyer Joseph R. Johnson
When personal injuries are the result of other people’s mistakes, it’s important to find legal representation that has the experience and credentials to take on even the most powerful opponents. Since 1991, Florida Medical Malpractice Lawyer, Joseph R. Johnson of Babbitt & Johnson P.A., is one of those lawyers litigating some of the most complex … Read More