Patients Suing Hospital That Did Not Properly Sterilize Equipment
Twenty-five people are suing a hospital in Springfield, Massachusetts after the hospital used unsterilized equipment. Baystate Noble Hospital failed to properly sanitize equipment used for colonoscopies in 2012 and 2013. At least 293 patients were affected, and Baystate Noble is testing each of those patients who choose to be tested. At this point, at least one patient has tested positive for an infectious disease. In Massachusetts, plaintiffs must provide notice at least six months prior to filing suit, in order to allow the parties to settle the claim.
Hospitals have a duty to all patients to act responsibility and in line with certain standards of care. If the hospital fails to fulfill that duty, the community at large is put at risk, and thus it is important that patients impacted by hospitals’ mistakes hold the hospitals accountable. If you have been injured while at a hospital, or if a hospital or doctor make mistakes in your treatment that led to further harm, please do not hesitate to contact Plattner Verderame, PC. We are honest lawyers who spend our days helping honest clients.
Partner Frank Verderame is a seasoned trial attorney, who has dedicated his life to helping victims of serious injuries. He is a Board Certified Specialist in Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Litigation, and has been an active part of legal communities and organizations since he started his practice, back in 1983.
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