Blood Donor Sues Stanford for Medical Malpractice
A male blood donor from Palo Alto is suing Stanford Hospital and Clinics after developing a severe infection following his blood donation. The donor’s blood type is O-positive, one of the most critically needed types, and he had been giving his blood to the Stanford clinic for ten years before the incident.
The donor developed an infection in April 2008, allegedly caused by the needle stick. He was forced to endure expensive surgeries, including the removal of his collarbone, and endured a long, arduous recovery. According to the victim’s attorney, Stanford helped him initially but stopped when the surgeries got too expensive.
In June 2009, the donor filed a lawsuit against Stanford Hospital and Clinics, alleging medical malpractice and breach of contract. The blood center had assured the donor they would take care of him if something went wrong, yet the center did not cover the expenses of the resulting injuries. The victim’s attorney said the sum that his client will ask for has not yet been determined and will depend on how much Stanford earns from selling donated blood. The case is currently being litigated in Santa Clara County Superior Court.
Medical malpractice is a serious issue and can cause lasting injury and financial burden. Health professionals should be held accountable for all mistakes that harm patients. The Mandell Law Firm is an aggressive Northridge personal injury law firm that has the legal experience needed to obtain compensation from negligent medical parties. If you, or a loved one, have been injured as a result of medical malpractice, contact San Fernando Valley medical malpractice attorney Robert J. Mandell at (818) 866-6600 for a free consultation.
Source:http://www.paloaltoonline.com/news/show_story.php?id=15277
