Medical Malpractice

Jon Mani | September 23, 2026 | Medical Malpractice

Going to the doctor often requires telling someone information you would never share with a stranger. You might discuss your physical health, family history, sexual health, substance use, or other deeply personal subjects.  Patients need to know that this information will be handled appropriately. Doctor-patient confidentiality helps provide that protection. Ohio law recognizes protections for… read more

Jon Mani | September 14, 2026 | Medical Malpractice

A delayed diagnosis of squamous cell skin cancer can allow the disease to grow, spread, and become more difficult to treat. If a healthcare provider failed to recognize signs of cancer that a reasonably careful provider should have identified, you may have grounds for a medical malpractice claim. However, a late diagnosis alone does not… read more

Jon Mani | July 22, 2026 | Medical Malpractice

Choosing a hospital is an important decision, especially when you need emergency care, surgery, or treatment for a serious medical condition. West Virginia has several highly rated hospitals that provide advanced medical services, specialized care, and emergency treatment for patients throughout the state. Receiving care at a reputable facility can also help reduce the risk… read more

Jon Mani | April 14, 2026 | Medical Malpractice

A recent lawsuit that has drawn national attention raises concerns about patient safety in hospital settings. According to reports, a mother has filed a medical malpractice claim alleging that hospital staff at Raleigh General Hospital in Beckley, WV, administered a dangerously high dose of morphine to her infant, causing severe and potentially life-altering injuries. Cases… read more

Jon Mani | April 9, 2026 | Medical Malpractice

A devastating case out of Cincinnati, Ohio, is drawing widespread attention and raising urgent questions about patient safety, medical standards, and potential malpractice in elective procedures. Mani Ellis & Layne Accident & Injury Lawyers has been retained to represent the family of Rachel Tussey, a mother and TikTok creator whose story has impacted millions. A… read more

Jon Mani | October 15, 2025 | Medical Malpractice

Many people use medical malpractice and medical negligence interchangeably—but under Ohio law, they have distinct legal meanings. If you or a loved one was harmed by a healthcare provider’s mistake, understanding this distinction is crucial. This guide explains how malpractice differs from negligence, what you must prove to win a claim, who may be held… read more

Jon Mani | October 14, 2025 | Medical Malpractice

Hospitals and clinics use intravenous (IV) therapy every day. Most of the time, it’s routine — fluid or medication goes into a vein, and everything works as expected. But when an IV is inserted incorrectly or slips out of the vein, it can cause serious injuries. This is called IV infiltration, and it can be… read more

Jon Mani | February 11, 2025 | Medical Malpractice

As a large city and the capital of Ohio, you would expect Columbus to have many high-quality hospitals. However, ranking hospitals is notoriously difficult, making it not as easy to label just one facility as the best hospital in Columbus, OH.  For example, these institutions are often rated based on their mortality rates, and some… read more