Medical Malpractice Settlement Could Reach $40 Million For 256 Plaintiffs.

Posted on May 14, 2018 by gil hoy

256 plaintiffs have joined together to sue a doctor for medical malpractice. Dr. Spyros Panos had been working as an orthopedist at the Mid Hudson Medical Group until he began serving a federal prison sentence in March 2017. His prison time was for healthcare fraud, and he was then still the target of hundreds of civil medical malpractice lawsuits. The two sides eventually reached an agreement which will allow for a maximum payout to all of the plaintiffs totaling $40 million. Attorney Christopher Blake Meagher of the Meagher & Meagher, P.C.  law firm in White Plains, New York represented many of the plaintifffs.

Back in November, 2013, Dr. Panos pleaded guilty to one count of felony health care fraud and admitted to being the primary individual involved in a multi-million dollar scheme responsible for defrauding health insurance providers. The medical malpractice lawsuits are separate from the disgraced doctor’s fraud scheme. Among other civil claims, Dr. Panos has been accused of botched surgeries or doing unnecessary surgeries. However, as part of the settlement, Dr. Panos will not admit any wrongdoing. Each victim receiving a payout will be part of a point system to determine how much they will be receiving. Points are worth $2,500 each, and while they are a large factor in determining individual settlement amounts, they are but one criterion used to determine each plaintiff’s payout.

Have you or a loved one of yours suffered injuries or died due to the negligent actions of a medical professional? If so, please do not hesitate to contact the Law Offices of Gilbert R. Hoy, Jr. and Affiliates by phone at 617-787-3700 or by email at info@gilhoylaw.com. Our team of expert medical malpractice personal injury attorneys have recovered millions of dollars in damages over the course of three decades fighting hard for our Massachusetts clients. An injury attorney will be available 24/7 for you to learn more about your options for bringing a claim or filing a lawsuit in a free and confidential consultation. Your needs are our top priority!

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Old Asbestos Dump Site Exposed On The Coast Of New Zealand After Storms.

Posted on May 11, 2018 by gil hoy

In a year that has brought increasingly harsh weather, including a cyclone, an unpleasant discovery has been made on the West Coast of New Zealand. The inclement weather has caused an old asbestos dumpsite to be revealed in the town of Westport, located nearly 30 miles from Hector. A combination of the West Coast Regional Council and the Buller District Council are working together to alert nearby residents of the damages of exposure while trying to determine how to handle the situation.  It is believed that this dumpsite was in use between the 1970s and 80s, where a coal mine was dumping their waste.

Although the dumpsite has been covered for nearly 30 years, one lifelong resident of the area said the site was well known to many locals and was often used as the area’s official dumpsite. Since it first was covered, many residents have used it, primarily for dumping garden rubbish which recently was washed away because of the weather. Currently, both councils are working with an outside group in the hopes that they will develop a long-term plan for the site. In the short term, both councils have begun to put up barriers to help prevent further erosion and reduce exposure. They are hoping to receive funding from the national Contaminated Site Remediation Fund to help pay for protective precautions.

If you or a loved one have been exposed to asbestos, you may be entitled to monetary compensation for the physical and emotional injuries you have endured. It is critical, however, that you contact one of the injury attorneys at the Law Offices of Gilbert R. Hoy, Jr. and Affiliates because while symptoms may not show for years, they can turn into a deadly form of cancer known as mesothelioma when they do appear. Call one of our expert asbestos personal injury lawyer specialists by phone at 617-787-3700 or email us at info@gilhoylaw.com. Your needs are our top priority!

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Father And Daughter Suffer Serious Injuries After Being Thrown From Motorcycle.

Posted on May 11, 2018 by gil hoy

The greatest risk to a motorcyclist may be from other drivers who are not properly prepared to interact with them and do not know how to allow for sufficient time or space for a biker to maneuver. If such a driver prematurely enters into a motorcycle lane, they can easily bump the motorcycle, or even scare the biker into swerving, which can lead to a serious motorcycle accident. If you’ve been hurt in a motorcycle accident, you should turn to an experienced Boston motorcycle accident attorney here at our Boston, Massachusetts law firm to help guide you through this complicated litigation process.

A 12 year-old female was riding on the back of her father’s motorcycle when they crashed just outside of Vivian Park, Utah while traveling along the U.S. Highway. Highway Patrol was first on the scene and believe that the father, a 39 year-old, lost control of his motorcycle before striking the middle barrier and sending both him and his daughter over the barrier into oncoming traffic. Both of the riders were wearing helmets when they crashed, which is being cited as a main reason why their injuries weren’t worse.

Have you been injured or a loved one killed while on a motorcycle? If so, you and your loved ones may be entitled to compensation for your physical injuries, outstanding medical bills, pain and suffering, and funeral expenses. Call one of our motorcycle accident attorneys here at our Boston, Massachusetts law firm by phone at 617-787-3700 or email us at info@gilhoylaw.com for a free and confidential consultation. Our team of personal injury attorneys have been nationally recognized for their years of excellence and terrific client service. Your needs are our top priority!

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