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A surgeon recently came under fire for attending traffic court over Zoom while operating on a patient. The Sacramento-based plastic surgeon could now face possible legal action. According to a local lawyer, the patient might have their own lawsuit for medical malpractice and the key question there would be whether the doctor committed negligence. What are your thoughts? https://cbsloc.al/30gaSPG

There are 3 key lessons we took away from the Ryan Stephens case: the importance of communication, how quickly a mistake can turn horrific and the need for awareness. Learn more, and see what development broke the case wide open: https://bit.ly/3uP0LQh

Ryan Stephens was a lovable, kind, 25-year old married to his sweetheart. Today on the blog, we take a deep dive into this case one of staggering negligence and misdiagnosis. Ryan died of testicular cancer, a highly treatable disease if detected early. See how we uncovered the truth of what happened at Kaiser Permanente. https://www.belllawfirm.com/stephens-case-pt-1/

Errors in diagnosis may lead to incorrect treatment or a lack of treatment. Now, researchers at the University of Copenhagen have developed an algorithm that can help with just that identifying potential misdiagnosis by examining medical history and calculating probable trajectories for specific diseases. An algorithm like this could mean the difference between life and death for people who are misdiagnosed by healthcare providers. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3qxUp4Z

#PatientSafety: With the pace of COVID-19 vaccinations picking up across the country, many people are left wondering: what precautions do those who are immunized need to take? Do you still need to wear a mask? Los Angeles Times answers this question and provides tips for those who have recently been vaccinated, or about to get their place in line: https://lat.ms/2NlOYYH

#PatientSafetyTip: As you and your loved ones prepare to get your COVID-19 vaccine, CNN shares 10 actions experts suggest doing and avoiding. https://cnn.it/3iVm5Of - Get your vaccine when it’s your turn - Get vaccinated if you’ve already had COVID-19 - Get the shot even if you still have COVID symptoms months later - Tell vaccine staff about any allergies or past allergic reactions... - Get your second shot of vaccine within the recommended time frame - Continue wearing masks and practicing social distancing after your shots See more

You feel the weight of that moment. You feel the responsibility for your client. Listen to Episode 7 of Face the Jury today to learn why the opening statement is one of the most important aspects of a jury trial and why it’s important to leave some questions. Podcast.belllawfirm.com

Tomorrow, Lloyd will speak at the Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Winter Webinar on mastering remote and electronic technology for COVID and beyond. If you haven’t already registered, you can do so here by noon today: https://bit.ly/3odoLrP

Medical error is the third leading cause of death in the U.S. How is this possible in our country, when we pay more for care than any other country in the world? According to Lloyd Bell, much of it can be attributed to a direct relationship between the industrialization of medical care vs. patient-doctor oriented medical care. Learn how this impacts patients: https://bit.ly/2Y23c2J

What does it take to win a medical malpractice case, particularly when it goes to jury trial? According to Lloyd, it boils down to preparation and connection. Listen to Episode 6 of Face the Jury today to learn more. Podcast.belllawfirm.com.

It’s a time unlike any other to be a nurse in the United States, serving on the frontlines of a pandemic. In order to provide the highest standard of care, nurses should follow a few critical steps: communicate effectively, act as part of a team, think critically and document everything. Learn more on how to be a nurse, and not a defendant: https://bit.ly/3jmeqqR

A fight in Congress last year led to changes that allow U.S. service members to sue the military if they’re hurt through medical malpractice. However, according to FOX 56 Lexington, dozens of malpractice claims have still gone unanswered. https://bit.ly/34YmJUQ

#HalloweenSafety: many traditional activities can be high-risk for spreading COVID-19. CDC offers some lower-risk ways to celebrate, like virtual costume contests and trick-or-treat scavenger hunts. If you still want to trick-or-treat, you might want to consider one-way trick-or-treating, where individually wrapped goodie bags are lined up for people to grab at a distance. No matter what, remember to be safe and protect yourself and loved ones. https://bit.ly/2Jktf0T

One of our most important civic duties!

TODAY: Enjoy the last new episode of Face the Jury Season 1 at podcast.belllawfirm.com. Lloyd takes a deep dive into the most important aspects of jury trial: jury selection and opening statement. Thanks for all the support, and stay tuned for Season 2!

#SafetyTip: As we enter the time of year where travel is more common from fall breaks to holidays it’s important to consider the risks associated with traveling during a pandemic. If staying home isn’t an option, be sure to check out CDC's tips on how to keep yourself and loved ones as safe as possible while traveling. https://bit.ly/34JxJp0

October Updates from Bell Law Firm - https://mailchi.mp/belllawfirm/belloctober-update-10841406

Last week, we formally announced the filing of a premises liability lawsuit against a Buckhead hotel Residence Inn by Marriott. Joanne Burson died after days of negligence and deception by the hotel management and staff, and we’re going to do everything possible to uncover the truth and hold them accountable. Thanks to AJC for covering the story: https://bit.ly/3iIUU7u

Using telehealth, while a convenient and seemingly safe option for doctor’s visits amid COVID-19, can pose malpractice risks ranging from misdiagnosis to confidentiality issues. As both doctors and patients continue to leverage the technology during the pandemic, it’s important to be aware of the risks in order to use it safely and effectively: https://wb.md/30fmMtK

The conclusion of the Sandy Williams case is now live in Episode 5 of Face the Jury as Lloyd continues the story that led to a record verdict. New episodes are released every Wednesday, so be sure to subscribe today at podcast.belllawfirm.com.

Thank you Legal Reader for sharing about the news of our launch of Face the Jury we hope this podcast can serve as a helpful resource to both the legal community and the general public. https://bit.ly/369a1ES

Lloyd Bell today announces the filing of a medical malpractice, wrongful death action in Gwinnett County against Gwinnett Hospital System and CardioVascular Group. In October 2018, Dr. Lance Friedland failed to identify and address Ronald Yarbrough’s LAD stenosis, leading to a post-surgery heart attack and premature death nearly 8 months later. https://bit.ly/34eTGMn