Johnson & Johnson is one of the most trusted names in products for children, particularly newborns and toddlers. The large pharmaceutical company is responsible for popular bathing and care products marketed specifically for children. One of these products is their trademark baby powder, a product that parents frequently use for their newborns….

If you’ve ever been involved in a car accident that killed someone—or if you’ve ever lost a loved one in a serious accident—during the second week of March, you’re not alone. A recent study revealed that fatal car accidents are more common than usual right after daylight savings time begins. As we prepare to…

Talk of undocumented immigrants has dominated media outlets nationwide. American citizens have an abundance of conflicting opinions that have divided the nation on topics of immigration policy and possible reform. A new decision made on the behalf of Indiana Supreme Court Justices will definitely generate further conversation due to their new ruling…

Elders play an important role in our communities, to help raise children and provide family support. Most families would like to keep their elders in their own homes but medical issues may make it impossible for the elderly to live on their own. A nursing home may be the only option but…

According to the American Bar Association, only a small percentage of personal injury cases go to trial, as the majority are dismissed or settled prior. The Federal Rules of Civil Procedure (FRCP) is the framework the majority of local courts use in crafting their own procedural rules. Once an action has progressed through pleadings, pre-trial, and discovery,…

At least two lawsuits were filed against legging manufacturer LulaRoe after the company continued to ignore the complaints of dissatisfied customers for months. According to the lawsuits and the accounts of tens of thousands of consumers, the leggings are prone to ripping and tearing quite easily. A few years ago, women everywhere…

Before medications are placed on the market for distribution and sale, they must undergo a comprehensive and meticulous approval process. As a part of this process, pharmaceutical companies are required to submit explicit evidence that medications are safe for consumption and effective for its intended and prescribed use. As with most industries,…

A New Year’s Day head-on crash in Montgomery County has resulted in serious injury for drivers of both vehicles. The truth is, a car crash can happen to anybody. No matter how careful you are, you cannot always predict the actions of another driver. If you are in a car crash, follow these steps….

Every day, countless people seek help from a medical professional in Philadelphia. From the elderly patient seeking advice from the pharmacist at the local drug store to the transplant recipient following instructions from the heart surgeon at Temple University Hospital, we entrust our health–and sometimes our lives–to medical professionals with the expectation…

Hospitals host thousands of surgeries each year, reusing countless surgical supplies and equipment. In order to make sure these surgical tools are kept clean and safe for the next patient, they have to be properly processed and sterilized. When the sterilization process breaks down, patients can suffer serious, life-threatening infections from dirty…

Public transportation allows many people to get around the city, without having to sit through traffic, deal with parking, or risk a car accident. For others, public transportation may be their only way to get to work or school. However, passengers of public transportation across the country are still at risk of…

Using a bicycle to get around or to commute to work has become more and more popular in recent years. With people moving back into urban environments, there has been a surge in public and alternative forms of transportation. The winter months, however, make it much more difficult to get around on…

A fall can be particularly harmful to a person the older they are. According to the National Council on Aging, fall injuries are the leading cause of fatal injury and most common cause of nonfatal traumatic injuries in seniors. Not to mention, falls in older adults are somewhat common, as 25% of…

Hospital-acquired infections, also known as healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) are plaguing medical facilities and hospitalized patients nationwide, causing the American healthcare system’s quality of care to rapidly diminish. Data reveals that hospitalized patients who require supplementary care and treatments are acquiring these illnesses at astounding rates, ultimately leaving them more ill than they…

When patients are injured in medical malpractice cases, they may take their claim to court. However, most medical malpractice cases are settled before they ever get to a trial. Many of these settlements include a confidentiality agreement so that the terms of the settlement are not made public. Doctors may want to…

What’s being called the biggest payout in Pennsylvania history has been awarded to a Ukrainian immigrant who was seriously injured in the deadly 2013 Center City building collapse. An arbitrator awarded the woman a whopping $95.6 million for her injuries. The 2013 building collapse killed six people and left plaintiff Mariya Plekan…

Last week, an 8-year-old boy drowned after falling into a pool abroad a Royal Caribbean cruise ship off the coast of New Jersey. The death comes in a string of almost a dozen drowning or near-drowning accidents on cruise ships in the last two years. Many cruise ships have large public pools…

We are in the midst of the emotionally charged political election season, which is drawing massive crowds for rallies, conventions and events. On the presidential campaign trail it has been common for venues to be filled to capacity, with thousands of people turned away. Fire marshals are on-site regulating the number of…

Medical malpractice related costs have taken a considerably large toll on the American healthcare system for years. These costs persist directly through skyrocketing malpractice premiums, which translates to higher expenses for patients and insurance companies. Moreover, they affect the healthcare system indirectly by prompting medical professionals to recklessly practice defensive medicine. A…

A recently filed lawsuit revealed that thousands of patients had exposure to a nurse with tuberculosis at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. The emergency room nurse was believed to have been contagious for up to a four-month period. Physicians are the most common type of medical professional to face claims of medical malpractice;…

Late this past December, a jury in Seattle awarded a cyclist and his wife $38 million, 4 years after he was hit and injured by a valet driver who was cutting across traffic illegally. The bicyclist, Thyce Colyn, suffered traumatic brain injury and leg and pelvis damage requiring multiple extensive surgery over…

The Cleveland Clinic made history on February 24, 2016 when a team of doctors performed the first uterus transplant ever completed in the United States. The surgery took gynecological and transplant surgeons nine hours to complete. A press release from the Cleveland Clinic reported that the patient was recovering in stable condition…

Lyft recently removed their fleet of pedal-assisted electric bicycles from major cities including San Francisco and Washington D.C. There was a wave of reports that the front braking system was causing riders to be propelled over the handlebars of the bikes. The recall efforts were initiated voluntarily by the organization. Often these actions are…

With a lot fewer people driving around Washington, D.C. lately due to the pandemic, you’d think there would be a noticeable decrease in car accidents. And technically, there is, as the number of car accidents, in general, has been reduced. But sadly, deadly car accidents are almost as common as they were…

The kidneys are among the most important organs in the human body. Your kidneys continually filter your blood and remove waste products and excess water. Kidneys are also amazing because people can still function normally with only a partial kidney intact. However, when doctors remove the wrong kidney during surgery, the patient…

The Boston City Hall property has a plaza where the walkway is made of bricks that have been poorly maintained. A woman was injured after a fall and filed a complaint with the city; however, the city rejected it based on their state-granted immunity from actions for personal injury. Another woman fell several…

A case was brought before the Mississippi Supreme Court to review the interplay between the state’s wrongful-death statute and the “minors savings” clause. The minor savings clause tolls the applicable statute of limitations until the child reaches the age of majority. Miss. Code Ann. § 15-1-59 states that: “If any person entitled…

Alison Parker has filed a lawsuit following the death of her husband, James Abromitis, who was killed while on a commercial rafting trip on the Roaring Fork River in Colorado. The claim against Aspen Whitewater Rafting (AWR) includes allegations of wrongful death, fraud, gross negligence and a violation of the Consumer Protection Act. She…

Many people get nervous when it comes to needles. Unfortunately for them, it may be a necessary part of health care. Flu shots, vaccines, and Novocaine are often delivered as an injection under the skin, with few alternatives. A skilled doctor can help to mitigate the effects of a painful shot through…

Typical malpractice cases usually involve a doctor or medical staff making a mistake. Whether it be the act of prescribing the wrong medication or misdiagnosing an illness, malpractice cases oftentimes involve a physical act of negligence. But what happens when a medical professional mistreats a patient, not by their actions, but by…

Anytime someone goes into a new doctor, dentist, or has to go to the ER, they may be asked about the medications they are currently taking. Even if someone has been on a drug for years, it may be tough to come up with the name. Unfortunately, some prescription drug names can…

A major shakeup in Florida’s medical malpractice laws took place recently when the Florida Supreme Court rejected the medical malpractice same specialty requirement and the Daubert standard to the extent each one is procedural. HB 7015 was put into law in 2013 which unleashed the Daubert standard: the trial judge in a…

A federal judge awarded $3.75 million to a veteran who was forced to undergo a preventable penectomy after doctors failed to diagnose penile cancer.  Lawrence Cherry first visited VA doctors in 2009, presenting with white lesions on his legs, feet and on the tip of his penis. These were diagnosed as warts and doctors used liquid…

A jury in Montgomery County that recently heard a wrongful death case has awarded the plaintiff $19.5 million. The case was brought by the surviving family of Carolyn Mattingly of Potomac. The defendant, Andrew Racca, had committed suicide in 2014. His estate is only estimated to have a value of about $100,000. Racca was…

The Medical Professional Liability Association is based in Rockville, MD and represents providers in the medical malpractice insurance market. The CEO, Brian Atchinson, reported that failure to diagnose (missed diagnosis) is the second leading cause for liability claims. He explains that while other problems such as medication errors and those associated with surgery have…

The Lompoc Valley Medical Center (LVMC) and Dr. Hany Bashandy are facing a medical malpractice claim filed by Crystal Rodriguez in the Santa Barbara Superior Court following the death of her husband Daniel Rodriguez. The defendants are alleged to have been negligent when providing medical care for Mr. Rodriguez, who began experiencing conditions including…

According to the American Society of Addiction Medicine, drug overdose is the leading cause of accidental death in the United States. Many of these drug overdoses involve prescription opioid pain medicines. These drugs are highly addictive. When a doctor negligently prescribes addictive pain medications to their patients, they may be held liable…

The Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas has been named as one of the top nine “most unfair” legal systems in the nation. This assertion is according to the American Tort Reform Association (ATRA), a group who continually seeks to reform the civil litigation systems at the state and federal levels. Those critical…

A new wrongful death suit was filed on the behalf of an inmate in an Oregon jail in reaction to video evidence of prison staff outright ignoring his numerous pleas for help in a medical observation cell. The lawsuit was filed this month by the family of deceased inmate Jed Myers against…

The Washington Post reports that rates of auto insurance are increasing at double the rate of inflation. The average estimated premium nationally is $1,427. According to consumer advocacy groups, insurance companies are utilizing Big Data to determine rates for drivers. The data, based on factors such as credit ratings and levels of education, are most…

A case as been filed over the death of a Milwaukee, WI kickboxer, who lost his life after an amateur fight in 2014. The family of Dennis Munson Jr. has filed a wrongful death case against several defendants including the event promoter, the ringside physician, the gym where Munson trained, and Munson’s…

A recent article published by The Guardian presented frightening information that could (and probably should) be alarming to all women. According to a study conducted by the Brain Tumor Charity, women with brain tumors are being dismissed at alarming rates when they attempt to seek medical intervention for symptoms. Women who presented…

Sometimes when a victim suffers a personal injury in someone else’s home or on a company property, it can be overwhelming to know how to approach the case, especially if the injury is severe or if the victim knows the owner of the property. This month, in Greenwich, Connecticut, such a case…

A three-judge panel in an appeals court in Maryland heard a lawsuit against two heating, ventilation & air conditioning repair (HVAC) service providers accused of negligence for failing to warn five occupants of a home that carbon monoxide was present. The death of these five people is being blamed on Caviness Mechanical…

Ridesharing companies like Uber and Lyft seem to be taking the U.S. by storm. Many people are enamored by how quick and easy it is to call for a ride, and how cheap it is to get a lift to where they need to go. Especially with more and more people moving…

Fort Myers, Florida was the host of an annual Halloween-themed event late last year known as Zombicon. The event is a charity event that both celebrates the attendees’ affinity for zombie-themed horror film and fiction, while also raising money for things like blood drives and food donations. What was supposed to be…

Most states in the U.S. have acknowledged the “epidemic” of distracted driving and established some legislation aimed at reducing the unnecessary consequences including property damage, injuries, and even death. The majority of the accidents involve the usage of mobile devices while operating a vehicle. This which should come as no surprise because many people are using their devices constantly. …

Harrison Ford was almost crushed to death while filming Star Wars: Force Awakens and this week a British court held Disney responsible for the injury. On June 12, 2014, Ford was in England on-set of the Star Wars film. Ford was not aware that the set of the Millennium Falcon was live during…

One of the interesting aspects of medical malpractice that is often overlooked is how it gets reported and studied by experts. Because a doctor’s malpractice can open up both the doctor and a hospital to a costly lawsuit and earn them both a bad reputation, medical malpractice can go unreported, is often…

Physical therapy can be a beneficial treatment for patients after an injury accident. Injuries sustained in a car accident, slip and fall injury, or workplace accident can cause head, neck, or back injuries which can make it more difficult to move around or do regular daily activities.  Even if physical therapy does…

Marjorie Locklear, who was 75 at the time in 2012, had a heart attack and needed vascular surgery. During her surgery at Southeastern Regional Medical Center, Locklear fell from the operating table. Her body contained surgical tools at the time and she endured a concussion, trouble with vision, a jaw injury and…

A jury in Yakima, Washington awarded $1.2 million in a medical malpractice suit brought by Emily Daley against Dr. Michael Thomas, a spine surgeon. Dr. Thomas, of Cascade Neurological Associates, performed surgery on Daley in 2011 to correct a back problem. Daley had endured scoliosis since she was a teenager and the pain worsened significantly over the…

During the cold and snowy winter months, millions of people across the country flock to the great outdoors to participate in various recreational activities such as ice skating, sledding, skiing, snowboarding, and snowmobiling. These activities can be great fun, but unfortunately accidents happen each year. One such accident occurred two years ago…

Surgical errors can be one of the most complicated forms of medical malpractice. In many cases, these errors are not discovered for a significant period of time (for example if a sponge or other foreign body is left inside a patient). However, some surgical errors are discovered almost immediately- and often times…

A medical malpractice claim was brought against Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center by a man’s estate after he died while in their care. Judge Lesa S. Gelb, of the Luzerne County Court, approved a $4.5 million settlement, of which $2.52 million will be paid to the estate of Andrew J. Martin and $1.81 million…

A federal appeals court reinstated a proposed California statewide class-action lawsuit accusing Nissan of installing defective hydraulic clutch systems, which can cause a clutch pedal to stick to the floor. The suit was filed by a San Jose man, who claimed he had to spend more than $700 to replace the clutch…

This week, a Kansas City woman was awarded $2.5 million in a wrongful death case when a physician’s negligence led to a stillborn birth of her son in 2010. In Clay County, it is only the second case in the last ten years to favor the plaintiff. Johnna Hughes, a 44-year-old single…

Two suits were filed accusing Cape Fear Valley Health in Fayetteville of medical negligence in caring for a patient who died. David Bryant Sr., a 67-year-old, was admitted to the hospital complaining of minor injuries after falling. The suit states that Bryant developed large bedsores and later died as an eventual result of the neglect. The…

Reuters reports that Home Depot recently reached a settlement agreement in a class-action lawsuit brought by consumers over the massive data breach in 2014, though the agreement must be approved by the federal court. The data breach occurred between April and September of 2014 and affected many customers in the United States…

The Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruled that when an employer’s stored data is breached exposing employee’s personal information, it is a failure in their common law duty to exercise reasonable care. The decision changes the way litigation regarding cybersecurity will be handled. The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) failed to protect sensitive…

At some point during your personal injury or medical malpractice case, you may be called upon to testify. This could be in a deposition or it could be at trial. In rare cases, you may be required to testify at a pretrial hearing. While the situations may be different, there are many…

The American Bankruptcy Institute’s data for 2016 indicated that there were 11,287 cases of Chapter 7 bankruptcy in Maryland. Victims in severe personal injury cases are likely to experience financial problems as often their income may fall due to an inability to work; meanwhile, they may be accumulating significant medical bills and…

Whether we realize it or not, most of us enter into some company’s algorithm every day. This includes online shopping choices, Google ads, and email alerts. Algorithms use information to try and establish patterns and make predictions. Banner Health, a hospital group based in Arizona, tried to create an algorithm to predict…

In Western Pennsylvania, a federal jury has awarded a couple $14.5 million in a medical malpractice suit against the doctor who delivered their baby. In the lawsuit, they allege that the physician’s misconduct caused brain damage, cerebral palsy, and other long-term conditions. Justin Brinkley and Nicole Welker had their baby in July…

When a plaintiff is successful in proving a defendant’s liability in a personal injury case, they are then able to recover both economic and non-economic damages. Economic damages refer to an amount of money centered around the monetary losses incurred as a result of the injury. Usually economic damages include medical bills,…

National “Secure Your Load Day” is now recognized across the country on June 6th in response to tremendous safety concerns. It began in 2004 with the death of Maria Federici, a 24-year-old, when a large particle board fragment flew from a truck in front of her and smashed through her windshield. The AAA Foundation for…

The critically acclaimed Samsung Galaxy Note 7 blew up in sales this year, resulting in a whopping 2.5 million purchases worldwide. Its impressive specifications and unique design proved be very attractive in the eyes of consumers. But just weeks after the phone’s debut, major issues emerged that threatened the safety of its…

Last year hoverboards took the world by storm when they hit the market. Debuted as a battery powered self-balancing scooter, the toy was coveted by all demographics, young and old. Celebrities were spotted riding the scooter down the street or dancing on it at parties, making the product even more desirable to…

Invokana, also known as canagliflozin, is a diabetes medication that regulates blood sugar levels. The medication falls in the class of a sodium-glucose co-transporter 2. There are two types of diabetes which impact more than 380 million people across the world. The most serious form is type 1 diabetes. Type 1 forces…

Technological advances are helping doctors assist patients in new and innovative ways. One of these advances has been the increasing use of telemedicine. Telemedicine is defined by the American Telemedicine Association as “the use of medical information exchanged from one site to another via electronic communications to improve a patient’s clinical health…

Given all the headlines about the number of medical mistakes injuring patients around the world, it would seem like hospitals would be motivated to cut down on those injuries. However, at clinics, hospitals, and doctors offices across the country, the reports of medical mistakes appear to be increasing. According to a recent…

Juana Montoya was being attended during her pregnancy at the Harbor-UCLA Medical Center in Torrance, California. When she went into labor, she gave birth to a healthy baby. When she was discharged, she went home to recover. However, one day later, she returned to the medical center where it was determined she…

A Texas jury found that the staff at Hillcrest Baptist Medical was not negligent in their actions prior to 35-year-old Sarah Gann’s death. In 2011, Gann was admitted to the facility with pains in the lower back region. A jury in the 170th District Court deliberated for just over one hour when…

The e-cigarette is a helpful tool for smokers. It provides the nicotine of a cigarette, but without all of the toxins and carcinogens normally associated with tobacco cigarettes. An e-cigarette, or “vape” as it is commonly known as, relies on a re-chargeable battery to heat up flavored liquid to the point of…

It is estimated that approximately 8% of U.S. patients fail to take prescribed medications because of the cost. This problem persists although about 80% of prescribed products are generic. For certain medical conditions, there is no generic alternative available or the generic product is determined to be ineffective for a particular patient….

In the age of quick fixes and fast results, prescription drugs have served as an immediate temporary relief. Since the emergence of opioids, also known as “wonder drugs,” in the 90s, the federal government, as well as drug users quickly learned the great level of dependence users experience on this drug upon…

While many of us believe that most police officers act reasonably when conducting an arrest or using force, there are times when law enforcement may take things too far. Within the past few years, a number of cases have come to light where the death or forceful apprehension of alleged suspects may…

Joe Buck is a sportscaster most known for calling Major League Baseball games on Fox. At 24, Buck became the youngest man to announce National Football League games on network television. However, at that same young age, worried about losing his hair, he began to receive hair transplants. For more than a…

Loss of a limb can be traumatic. After going your whole life with the use and function of arms and legs, suddenly waking up to find your foot and leg missing takes a lot of time and emotional strength to adapt. Loss of a limb can be even more devastating if it…

An unprecedented event in the world of electronic entertainment is slated to occur this month: a major player in the field of virtual reality is set to release a groundbreaking virtual reality headset. The headset is named “Oculus Rift” and it is one of many virtual reality devices set to take the…

A current class-action suit seeks to prove that the IL Department of Corrections (IDOC) places inmates in situations leading to pain, injury and death. Back in 2010, Don Lippert, an inmate with diabetes, claimed that he was not receiving his necessary dosage of insulin, which initiated the now massive suit. The case…

A new Hampshire couple was awarded $4.7 million after an ophthalmologist was found guilty of performing a procedure that left a woman legally blind. On a Friday morning, Nancy Knox decided to visit her local family eye doctor, Adam Beck, after experiencing issues with her eyes. The 67-year-old had been dealing with…

Fatalities in the U.S. caused by medical errors have risen to approximately 250,000 annually. The true number is likely higher, as the National Institute of Health believes that 10% of such errors go unreported. The Pennsylvania Patient Safety Authority (PSA) is an organization that operates as an independent advocate for the safety of those…

Carmen Ruiz, 54, brought a premises liability claim against Thomas Jefferson University Hospital (TJUH) in Philadelphia after a slip-and-fall accident in a hallway. She claims to have slipped on a liquid and injured her right shoulder. The claim states that the defendant was negligent in allowing for a dangerous condition on the property and…

The Pennsylvania Superior Court found no grounds for a new trial in a case where jurors in Philadelphia awarded an injury victim $55.3 million in damages. Carlos Martinez, the plaintiff, was driving to work in his Acura Integra in 2010 when he had a tire blow out. The vehicle spun out of control and…

A jury in Cook County Illinois recently awarded the biggest verdict against ever against the city of Chicago in a personal injury case. Tierney Darden, a 26-year-old from Vernon Hills, was left paralyzed from the waist down after a bus shelter at O’Hare International Airport collapsed amid a storm. Judge Clare McWilliams announced the unprecedented…

The coronavirus epidemic has had a major impact on day-to-day life.  There is still a lot of uncertainty going forward as people try to return to normal life. Any fact-to-face interaction can present a possible risk of transmission of COVID-19, including doctor visits, surgery, or mental health counseling.  When healthcare professionals do…

The actual number of medical mistakes that result in injury or death to patients is difficult to nail down. Some doctors fail to report mistakes for fear that they will be held accountable for taking short cuts. Coroners may not be required to list “medical error” as the cause of death, making…

Pennsylvania hosts Highway Safety Law Awareness Week in February (this year it was the week of the 18th). The program is facilitated by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and the Pennsylvania State Police. PennDOT is a critical part of policies and safety that relate to public transportation, highways, airports, railroads, and others. The program seeks…

A ruling by the Florida Supreme Court marked a general victory for injured patients in medical malpractice cases – without having much bearing for the parties involved, who settled the lawsuit on the eve of oral arguments. A motion for dismissal was denied because the case involved “an issue of statewide importance.”…

Medical malpractice can be scary enough when it involves a significant injury caused by a physician that the patient trusted. The concept is nothing short of terrifying when a medical professional’s negligence causes a death. While horrifying to think about, deaths at the hands of a trained medical physicians are more common…

A term that is relatively common within medical malpractice law is that of apology laws. Apology laws pertain to situations where health care providers, who have injured patients as a result of their medical negligence, take the time to sympathize with the injured party and their families without the act being used…

The men and women who serve in our armed forces take an extraordinary risk in order to keep our country safe. This week, members of Congress are considering legislation that would permit members of the armed forces to bring about medical malpractice claims for negligence suffered during service, a remedy not currently available to…

Plaintiff Michelle Lewis brought a medical malpractice action based on negligence against Dr. Frederick D. Rutkovsky and LHHN Med P.C. The claim alleges that Dr. Rutkovsky failed to diagnose a benign brain tumor that was later discovered. Her allegations state that the doctor failed to detect and treat this meningioma and she ended up undergoing…

Summer is approaching, although it feels very different this year because of COVID-19. Kids have been out of school for months and many are looking forward to traditional summertime activities like swimming at the local public pool, swimming at a friend’s house, or floating in a lake or river.  According to an…

We recently discussed a major series of lawsuit claims brought by cities, counties, and Native American tribes across the country against pharmacy chain stores for their role in fueling the opioid crisis. According to that claim, these retail stores failed to follow guidelines which required them to report suspicious orders to the Drug Enforcement…

Bias in medicine is a serious issue. Many people may harbor conscious or unconscious bias, but this can become particularly harmful when a physician harbors such a bias, and it influences the way in with he or she practices medicine.  As a growing amount of studies have revealed health disparities linked to race,…

In 2012, the deadliest meningitis outbreak in United States history infected more than 700 people and killed 64. The condition stemmed from the administration of steroids contaminated with fungus. On January 9, a trial began in which the head pharmacist of the pharmaceutical company which manufactured and distributed the drug, Barry Cadden,…

Manhattan is famous for its skyscrapers. The island boasts some of the most iconic high rise buildings in the world including the Empire State Building, the Flatiron Building, and One World Trade Center. Constructing these impressive buildings is no small feat of engineering. Among the equipment used to build such impressive structures…

An interesting question was recently raised in a Georgia court – whether an agreement to arbitrate continues to hold in the event that one of the parties to the agreement dies. The plaintiff, Bernard Norton brought a wrongful death lawsuit on behalf of his wife Lola Norton, against United Health Services of…