Posts by Christopher Nace
Recognizing the Signs of “Grooming”
As the world advances, so do the tactics of sexual predators. Grooming is one of these, used by sexual predators looking to assault and abuse children. This term has been in the media a lot lately, so it is important to understand exactly what it is, what to look for, and what to do when…
Read MoreTeens Increasingly Becoming Victims of Financial Sextortion
In recent years, a threat known as “financial sextortion” has emerged in the online world, with individuals of all ages being targeted. However, this type of blackmail has seen a concerning uptick in cases with teenage victims, particularly teenage boys. As research and news stories on this topic have illustrated, the criminals behind the threats…
Read MoreWhich Surgical Procedures Are the Most Dangerous?
It is common for individuals who are rushed to the hospital to find out that they need immediate surgery. While they may think that this means that they will soon be on the mend, it is important to also realize that every surgical procedure carries risks. Some of these risks include blood clots, anesthesia, bleeding…
Read MorePaulson & Nace Files Class Action Lawsuit Alleging Race-Norming Practices in NFL Benefit Plans
Partner Christopher T. Nace of Paulson & Nace, PLLC is representing former NFL players Stacey Bailey and Eric Curry in a class action lawsuit against multiple plaintiffs, alleging that the use of illegal race-norming practices led to lower disability payments for Black applicants. This is the second class-action lawsuit filed which alleges such discriminatory practices…
Read MoreStrokes Change Lives Entirely
Strokes are life-threatening and dangerous conditions that can change a person’s entire life within minutes. Patients who survive the stroke are likely to require long-term, potentially life-long, care. But it is not only their lives which are affected; the lives of their loved ones can change permanently, too. The American Stroke Association describes a stroke…
Read MoreWhat is the Difference Between Medical Malpractice and Medical Battery?
The primary difference between medical malpractice and medical battery lies in the nature of a healthcare provider’s actions. Medical malpractice involves negligence or a failure to meet the standard of care, while medical battery involves intentional and unauthorized physical contact or procedures performed on a patient without their consent. Both types of claims can result…
Read MoreCancer Risk Is Increasing for Younger People
While some cancers do not discriminate, certain lifestyle choices can increase the risk of cancer. For instance, we all know that smoking increases the risk of lung, throat, and mouth cancer. A recent study has highlighted a concerning trend of rising cancer rates among younger Americans, especially women, with gastrointestinal, endocrine, and breast cancers showing…
Read MoreWhat You Should Know About Post-Surgical Nerve Damage
Your nerves play a vital part in the function of your body. They are in charge of sending messages and signals that allow you to move and feel certain body parts. Nerves are also responsible for helping the human body digest food, maintain a healthy heart rate, respond to stress, stay balanced, continue to breathe,…
Read MoreEven the Smallest Injuries in Car Accidents Can Lead to Birth Complications
When a person is injured in a car accident, their lives are often turned upside down as they now must learn how to handle and cope with their day-to-day challenges. However, no one is at more risk for life-threatening complications from car accidents than pregnant women and their unborn babies. In fact, even the smallest…
Read MorePaulson & Nace, PLLC Attorneys Named to Best Lawyers in America® for 2024
Paulson & Nace, PLLC is proud to announce that Christopher T. Nace and Matthew A. Nace have once again been recognized by Best Lawyers in America® for 2024. Christopher T. Nace has been recognized by Best Lawyers® every year since 2013 for his work in the areas of Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs, Personal Injury…
Read MoreWhy Underride Crashes Are So Often Deadly
Truck underride accidents are a concerning phenomenon that involves smaller vehicles colliding with the rear or sides of large trucks and becoming wedged underneath. These accidents are known for their severe consequences, often resulting in devastating injuries or even fatalities. The inherent risks associated with truck underride accidents have prompted discussions around safety measures, liability…
Read MoreThe Role of Informed Consent in Medical Malpractice Cases
Informed consent is a fundamental principle of patient care. It refers to the process by which a patient is provided with information about a proposed medical treatment or procedure – including risks, benefits, and alternatives – and allows them to make an informed decision about whether to proceed. Informed consent is a legal requirement in…
Read MoreWhy Is It So Hard to Track Drug and Device Recalls?
Product recalls happen all the time—and we hear about them for food or baby products on television and in the news whenever they happen. They also make it easy for us to tell if we have one of the affected products by the barcode, expiration date, or lot number. Similarly, drugs and medical devices get…
Read MoreNursing Home Neglect Takes Many Forms
No form of medical malpractice or neglect should be tolerated, but it isn’t always easy to spot — especially when the victim is someone other than yourself. Those in the care of any health professional are there for a reason, and sometimes for more than one, which means noticing suspicious symptoms can be even harder.…
Read MoreSocial Media Is Putting Profits Over the Safety of Our Children
We want to talk about two articles that recently caught our eye – both tragic stories about our nation’s youth. One discusses a new study that shows American teen girls are dealing with more depression and violence than ever before. The other gets more personal, talking with parents about how social media is directly and…
Read MoreEx-NFL Player Awarded $43.5 Million for Medical Malpractice
On February 13, a jury awarded former Philadelphia Eagles player Chris Maragos $43.5 million in a medical malpractice lawsuit related to treatment for a knee injury that resulted in further, career-ending injuries. Maragos alleged both orthopedic surgeon James Bradley and Rothman Orthopaedics ignored damage to his meniscus while repairing a ligament in his right knee, causing…
Read MoreAutonomous Trucks Are Here. Are We Really Ready?
Recently, the New York Times reported an 18-wheeler truck trekked more than 6,300 miles straight and delivered eight loads of freight after making four trips. Normally, a trip like this would need multiple stops, because a driver is only allowed to drive so many hours in a row before being required to take breaks for…
Read MoreA Decades-Long Delay in the Healthcare Safety Movement
In healthcare, an adverse event is an undesirable outcome in a medical procedure or treatment that is not caused by the initial injury or illness itself. A patient who suffers an allergic reaction to a medication has suffered from an adverse event. So has the patient whose hip replacement has deteriorated, and is now suffering…
Read MoreOperating Room Fires Are a Clear and Constant Risk
When a patient undergoes surgery, either in a hospital or a surgical center, the surgeon may use electricity to cut through the tissue. Electrosurgery has a number of benefits, but one dangerous and significant drawback: the risk of an operating room fire. Though OR fires are rare – there are about 650 a year, and…
Read MoreHow Machine Learning Can Help Decrease Truck Accidents
With millions of truckers employed in the United States, it is important that their safety – and the safety of others – is seriously considered. With notoriously lengthy trips on tight schedules, truckers sometimes sacrifice their own comfort and need for rest so they can complete their dispatch on time and avoid possible financial penalties…
Read MoreIt’s Time We Started Treating Stillbirths Seriously
Perhaps the only greater pain of losing a child is knowing that the loss could have been prevented. Stillbirths happen more often than we might believe, and education on when to be concerned about it is not as thorough as it should be. The concerns of mothers-to-be are too often overlooked or waved-off, dismissing them…
Read MoreWhat You Should Know About Blind Spots on Trucks
There are millions of people employed as truck drivers in the United States, and that means millions of trucks on the roads and highways. Trucks are notoriously difficult to maneuver around as they are large and take up a lot of space; when passing them other drivers generally want to move by as soon as…
Read MoreSurgical Errors and Nerve Damage
When we go to the hospital or to our doctor, we trust that we are in good hands. These professionals have to go through years of education and training to be where they are now, and they are the only people the public really has available to treat us for our injuries and maladies. Most…
Read MoreCerebral Palsy in Children Linked to Injuries Sustained While Pregnant
Falling down icy steps or getting into a car accident is a traumatic experience, but it is doubly so when you’re pregnant. Not only are you concerned about the injuries to yourself, but to your unborn baby as well. Trauma to a fetus while the mother is pregnant could just cause temporary injuries, but life-long…
Read MoreThe Complications of Breech Deliveries
It’s no secret that carrying and delivering a baby is a miracle, even by today’s standards. Having a healthy and safe delivery is every parent’s dream. Complications are not uncommon, though, and can often be treated and dealt with in a safe manner. One such complication includes breech deliveries, and while breech deliveries result in…
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