At Hoover Medical Malpractice Law Firm, we are Philadelphia medical malpractice lawyers committed not only to legal advocacy but also to staying informed about cutting-edge medical research, treatments, and public health concerns. Our mission is to raise awareness and offer informed legal support to those harmed by systemic failures in healthcare.

Each season comes with its own set of health hazards and a spike in particular medical emergencies. Spring and Fall, for instance, bring unpredictable weather changes that result in a surge of flus and infections—and with them, an increase in infection misdiagnosis. But Summer presents its own unique medical dangers, driven by rising temperatures, dehydration, and high UV exposure.

In a heart-stopping incident that could have easily turned tragic, a PennSTAR medical helicopter was forced to make an emergency landing in a quiet residential neighborhood in Montgomery County, just outside of Philadelphia. The event occurred on the evening of Monday, May 19, 2025, around 7:45 p.m., when the helicopter—operated by Metro Aviation and branded with logos from the University of Pennsylvania and Reading Health System—began experiencing sudden mechanical issues.

June is Men’s Health Month, a vital time to raise awareness about the unique medical risks men face—and the serious consequences when those risks are overlooked by healthcare professionals. While many men already delay checkups and avoid medical visits, they’re also more likely to suffer from cancer misdiagnosis, stroke misdiagnosis, and medical errors that can cost lives.

As experienced Philadelphia medical malpractice lawyers, we often hear one of the most commonly searched and emotionally charged questions asked by cancer patients and their families: “Is cancer treatable—or even curable?” This simple question carries with it not only a desperate hope for survival, but also a host of concerns about the quality of care, the risks of medical errors, and the real-world consequences of malpractice in cancer treatment.

Every expectant parent hopes for a healthy pregnancy and a safe delivery. Unfortunately, some families in Philadelphia are faced with the heartbreaking reality of birth injuries, congenital defects, and developmental abnormalities in their newborns. These conditions can include genetic aberrations, organ malformations, neurological impairments, and a wide range of physical or cognitive dysfunctions. But what causes them—and more importantly, what are your legal options if you

When someone suffers due to medical negligence—whether it’s a mother left without proper postpartum care, a newborn injured during delivery, or a patient sent home after a missed cancer diagnosis—the clock starts ticking. But what if you didn’t know right away that medical malpractice occurred? What if financial hardship, poor mental health, or a slow and painful recovery kept you from taking legal action? At our firm, we hear this concern often.

When it comes to fatal medical malpractice, not all age groups are affected equally. This article explores a sobering truth hidden in plain sight: the youngest and oldest among us are disproportionately harmed by preventable medical mistakes. From delivery room errors to misdiagnosed strokes in seniors, age plays a critical role in determining the likelihood of death due to medical negligence. I will analyze CDC and NIH data, and anazbell the bell-shaped curve of vulnerabilit

Each year, thousands of lawsuits are filed in Philadelphia, seeking justice for victims of negligence and medical errors.

Endometriosis is a chronic and often debilitating condition in which tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside the uterus.

Can you file a Philadelphia medical malpractice lawsuit against the doctor or pharmaceutical company for birth control related diseases?

At the Hoover Medical Malpractice Law Firm, we understand the profound pain that comes with losing a newborn to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome