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James Spangler v. Wellspan York Hospital, et al.
Date: 10-01-2024
Case Number:
Judge: Matthew Menges
Court: Count of Common Ples, York County, Pennsylvania
Plaintiff's Attorney:
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Defendant's Attorney:
Description:
James Spangler, ate 58, of Manchester, Pennsylvania sued his surgeon and the hospital where he was paralyzed by a botched surgery that turned into a quadriplegic.
"In October 2019, Spangler underwent surgery at WellSpan York Hospital to relieve spinal issues. During the procedure, neurosurgeon Dr. Joseph Krzeminski mistakenly inserted a screw into Spangler's spinal cord. Court testimony indicated that during the surgery Krzeminski failed to heed monitoring alerts indicating potential neurological compromise.
Immediately after the surgery, Spangler was paralyzed and exhibited signs of neurological and spinal cord damage. However, the medical team failed to order spine imaging to gauge the extent of any injury and also waited 12 hours before undertaking follow-up surgery that could have mitigated his injuries. By that time, the damage had been done, Spangler's lawyers said." Insurance Journal
The defendants generally denied fault.
York, Pennsylvania personal injury lawyer represented the Plaintiff on a medical malpractice claim.
James Spangler, ate 58, of Manchester, Pennsylvania sued his surgeon and the hospital where he was paralyzed by a botched surgery that turned into a quadriplegic.
"In October 2019, Spangler underwent surgery at WellSpan York Hospital to relieve spinal issues. During the procedure, neurosurgeon Dr. Joseph Krzeminski mistakenly inserted a screw into Spangler's spinal cord. Court testimony indicated that during the surgery Krzeminski failed to heed monitoring alerts indicating potential neurological compromise.
Immediately after the surgery, Spangler was paralyzed and exhibited signs of neurological and spinal cord damage. However, the medical team failed to order spine imaging to gauge the extent of any injury and also waited 12 hours before undertaking follow-up surgery that could have mitigated his injuries. By that time, the damage had been done, Spangler's lawyers said." Insurance Journal
The defendants generally denied fault.
Outcome:
Plaintiff's verdict for $24.87 million.
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About This Case
What was the outcome of James Spangler v. Wellspan York Hospital, et al.?
The outcome was: Plaintiff's verdict for $24.87 million.
Which court heard James Spangler v. Wellspan York Hospital, et al.?
This case was heard in Count of Common Ples, York County, Pennsylvania, PA. The presiding judge was Matthew Menges.
Who were the attorneys in James Spangler v. Wellspan York Hospital, et al.?
Plaintiff's attorney: Click Here For The Best York Personal Injury Lawyer Directory.
When was James Spangler v. Wellspan York Hospital, et al. decided?
This case was decided on October 1, 2024.