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Indiana Supreme Court Rules Dram Shop Action...Indiana Supreme Court Rules Dram Shop Action Doesn't Apply to Jointly Owned Alcohol But Remands Case for Other IssuesBy Jack H. FarnbauchNovember 25, 2016Indiana Supreme Court rules on premises liability and dram shop case against homeowner that furnished alcohol to invitee that died. Kroger Supermarket Must Face a Potential...Kroger Supermarket Must Face a Potential Negligence ClaimBy Jack H. FarnbauchNovember 24, 2016An Indiana Kroger store must answer to a claim of negligence after a medication error led to the death of Sharon Clearwaters.Indiana Bar Not Negligent Because Shooting...Indiana Bar Not Negligent Because Shooting Was Not ForeseeableBy Jack H. FarnbauchNovember 20, 2016Marion Indiana bar and grill found not liable for the shooting death of one of it's innocent patrons. Collateral Sources of Payment for Injuries are Not Admissible at TrialCollateral Sources of Payment for InjuriesAugust 30, 2016For many years, Indiana case law has stipulated that defense counsel can introduce collateral sources of governmental payments...Be Wary of the Dangers of Codeine Prescriptions...Dangers of Codeine Prescriptions for ChildrenAugust 30, 2016The drug codeine is a pain reducer and cough suppressant. It is a narcotic but most patients do not question the prescription of the drug if it is used as intended. However, parents should be cautious of the drug’s effects on children.Patient Advocate Groups Want the Ability for...Patient Advocate Groups Want the Ability for Patients to Record SurgeriesJanuary 11, 2016A Wisconsin state congressman, inspired by a man who lost his sister after a botched surgery, introduced a bill last spring that would require hospitals to offer patients the option of recording surgeries. The National Medical Malpractice Advocacy Association is trying to get a similar measure introduced in Indiana, according...Being Informed of Dangerous Medical Products and...Being Informed of Dangerous Medical Products and DevicesJanuary 9, 2016Making decisions about personal medical procedures is never easy. We rely on medical professionals and product manufacturers to ensure that medical devices are safe and effective. The majority of time the products are safe, helping millions of individuals each year improve their quality of life. Best Lawyers 2016 Edition Cover ImageFort Wayne Medical Malpractice Lawyer of the YearFort Wayne Medical Malpractice Law - PLAINTIFFS "LAWYER OF THE YEAR" David Farnbacuh has been named the Best Lawyers' 2016 Fort Wayne Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs "Lawyer of the Year". Only a single lawyer in each practice area in each community is being honored as a...How to Catch Medical Billing ErrorsHow to Catch Medical Billing Errors September 8, 2015One in 10 medical bills contains a claims error, according to a study conducted by the American Medical Association. Another study done by the Access Project, a Boston-based health care advocacy group, found billing errors occur in up to 80 percent of cases. While the actual frequency of billing errors...How the Non-Profit ‘Joint Commission’ Strives to...Non-Profit ‘Joint Commission’ to Improve Healthcare September 8, 2015An independent, not-for-profit organization, The Joint Commission accredits and certifies more than 20,500 health care organizations and programs in the United States. Joint Commission accreditation and certification is recognized nationwide as a symbol of quality that reflects an organization’s commitment to meeting certain performance standards. According to their Mission Statement,...