We literally put our lives in our doctor’s hands. If a doctor makes a mistake out of negligence or misconduct, the results can be fatal. Our wrongful death attorneys have been representing the families of deceased loved ones for more than 40 years, and if one of your family members has died as a result of the mistakes of a Philadelphia-area doctor, we can fight for you. Medical malpractice is a complicated area of law...
Going in to a hospital for surgery is always a stressful experience. We are never as powerless as when we are under anesthesia, relying on a doctor’s skill and experience to keep us safe. It is because we place such trust in surgeons that medical malpractice is so devastating. Every year thousands of Americans are hurt or even killed by avoidable surgical errors. If you’ve been injured in surgery, you should speak with...
Sometimes it's difficult to determine who is at fault in an auto accident. That's why as an injured driver or passenger, you should turn to your personal injury lawyer to complete a thorough investigation of your accident. Additional Investigation In the Philadelphia area, we have worked with accident reconstructionists and other experts to analyze and model accident scenes. We are looking to prove who was negligent and ...
Wapner Newman celebrates the appointment of the firm’s Managing Partner, Marc G. Brecher, to the Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Association’s Board of Directors. Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Association Mr. Brecher will begin serving a one-year term in June and will spearhead various committees on issues involving trial lawyers.  Wapner Newman has had a long history of active membership with the Philadelp...
For a parent, detecting bacterial meningitis can be tricky. Bacterial meningitis mimics the flu with its initial symptoms. However, when your child fails to get better or suddenly becomes worse and you suspect something more serious, pediatricians and emergency room staff are trained to detect bacterial meningitis before it causes serious medical problems. One of the most common medical malpractice lawsuits brought again...