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Joe O'Neill
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Joe is an Associate Director of Marketing at The Expert Institute. His experience before joining The Expert Institute includes positions in online journalism, medical device marketing, and nonprofit communications.Articles by Joe O'Neill
Emergency Room Doctors Fail to Order Appropriate Testing For Wounded Patient with Diabetes
This case involves a female patient with a history of diabetes who sustained a bruising injury to her right hand. Despite her injury, the patient continued to work regularly in her position at a grocery store; however, after several days had…
Posted on inCancer Patient is Killed by Drug Overdose Caused by Alleged Software Error
This case involves a middle-aged female who was diagnosed with cervical cancer. After undergoing a tumor cryoablation treatment for her cervical cancer for some time, she reported the onset of neurological symptoms. At this point, doctors discovered that her cancer had metastasized…
Posted on inOncology Expert Witness Comments on Delayed Diagnosis of Breast Cancer
This case involves a young woman with a family history of breast cancer who was referred to a medical center for evaluation of a lump in her right breast. At the facility, she underwent a mammogram and ultrasound, both of which were…
Posted on inWorker is Injured by Catastrophic Malfunction of CNC Machine
This case involves a machinist who suffered serious injuries when operating a CNC machine. The woman was operating a CNC metal lathe at the time of the incident in accordance with safety guidelines and commonly accepted best practices. At some point during…
Posted on inEquipment Leasing Expert: Rented Ladder Was Not Up to Safety Standards
This case involves injuries suffered by a worker due to defects in rented equipment. The Plaintiff, a professional handyman, was working to repair an exterior light while on a large extension ladder. At the time of the incident in question,…
Posted on inPatient Requires Amputation After Doctors Fail to Diagnose Aneurysm
This case involves a female patient who reported to the hospital for a hernia evaluation, at which point doctors noted reduced renal function and elected to keep the patient in the hospital for an extended period of observation. The patient…
Posted on inSchool Violence Expert Witness Opines on Inappropriate Sexual Relationship
This case involves an inappropriate sexual relationship between a student and a teacher at a public high school. The Plaintiff alleged that she had been manipulated and forced into a relationship that involved sexual activities. In addition, the administration of the…
Posted on inFinancial Expert Advises on Breach of Fiduciary Duty by Private Wealth Manager
This case involves a Plaintiff who suffered significant equity losses while working with a private wealth manager. The Defendant provided investment advice, financial planning and other consulting services to investors. The plaintiff initially established various securities accounts with the defendants.…
Posted on inPulmonary Embolism Prevents Recovery From Joint Repacement Surgery
This case involves a female patient who underwent a total knee replacement. After surgery, the patient was not given Coumadin, and instead received aspirin in order to prevent excess clotting. While in the hospital, she developed tachycardia and shortness of breath.…
Posted on inNursing Expert Comments on Substandard Decubitus Ulcer Care
This case involves an elderly male patient who was admitted to a healthcare facility following a stroke. As a result of the stroke, the patient was left bed-bound and incapacitated, and was placed in the care of the Defendant facility.…
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