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Building a Wrongful Death Claim After a Surgical Error in Denver
When a preventable surgical error leads to the loss of a loved one, family members are left with a host of burdens. Survivors must contend with emotional pain, financial burdens, and a need for accountability. If you’ve experienced the loss of a family member due to a surgical mistake in Denver, you may have the right to file a wrongful death surgical error claim.
Misdiagnosis vs. Delayed Diagnosis: Legal Differences in Medical Malpractice
You trust medical professionals to use their skill and training to find out what’s wrong and provide the appropriate treatment. But when a diagnosis is missed or delayed, the consequences can be life-altering or even fatal.
The Hidden and Long-Term Effects of Traumatic Brain Injuries in Colorado
Unlike broken bones or visible wounds, the effects of a traumatic brain injury may not present themselves immediately. In fact, the full impact of these injuries could remain hidden for weeks or months after an accident.
Recognizing Newborn Spinal Cord Injuries: When to Seek Legal Help
At Leventhal Puga Braley P.C., we’ve built our reputation by holding hospitals and medical providers accountable when they cause preventable harm. We’ve helped parents across the country pursue justice after birth injuries changed the trajectory of their child’s life.
Internal Injuries From Motorcycle Accidents: What Colorado Riders Need to Know
Motorcycle crashes are high-impact events. Riders have minimal protection, which leaves them highly vulnerable to devastating injuries. A major concern is internal trauma that causes severe damage to vital organs like the liver and spleen.
How to File a Lawsuit for a Defective Medical Device in Colorado
Every year, thousands of patients experience serious harm due to defective medical devices. The New York Times reports that nearly 2 million injuries and over 80,000 deaths over a ten-year period can be linked to faulty medical devices.
Catastrophic Injuries Due to Medical Malpractice in Denver: Know Your Rights
When we place our health in the hands of a provider, we trust that we will receive safe and competent care.
How Colorado’s New Medical Malpractice Law Impacts Pharmacy Error Claims
In 2025, Colorado’s landscape for medical malpractice claims, including those involving pharmacy errors, will undergo a significant change. With the passage of House Bill 24-1472 (HB24-1472), the state is updating its long-standing limits on non-economic damages in malpractice lawsuits. For patients harmed by pharmacy mistakes or their families seeking wrongful death damages in Colorado, this legislative update brings both new opportunities and critical legal considerations. At Leventhal Puga Braley P.C., we have long advocated for the rights of patients affected by medical breach of standard of care, having handled complex cases involving pharmacy negligence, or breach of standard of care…
Understanding the Colorado Candor Act and Its Impact on Malpractice Claims
When a patient suffers harm due to a medical error, holding healthcare providers accountable can be challenging. In Colorado, the Candor Act was enacted to create a more transparent, communicative environment around such events.
Colorado Jury Awards $20 Million in Ski Lift Accident: The Impact of the Annie Miller Case
In a landmark verdict, a Colorado jury awarded $20 million in damages to Annie Miller, a 16-year-old who was paralyzed after falling 30 feet from a ski lift at the Crested Butte ski resort. Annie and her family received a just settlement, and the case focuses attention on an important issue – the limits of liability waivers in Colorado. This outcome offers valuable lessons about negligence and how juries weigh responsibility in cases involving dangerous recreational activities.
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