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Improper Diagnosis Or Treatment of Hyponatremia

Locked-in Syndrome is a catastrophic neurological condition where a patient remains fully conscious but paralyzed, often only able to move their eyes. This state is frequently caused by a brainstem stroke that went undiagnosed or untreated. Lupetin & Unatin, LLC represents Pennsylvania families devastated by neurological malpractice and diagnostic failures. Learn how our attorneys fight for the accountability and compensation your family deserves.

HELLP Syndrome

HELLP Syndrome is a rapidly progressing, life-threatening pregnancy complication that damages blood cells and the liver. When doctors dismiss symptoms like abdominal pain and severe headaches as “normal pregnancy complaints,” the window for life-saving delivery can close. Lupetin & Unatin, LLC represents Pennsylvania families harmed by obstetric negligence and delayed HELLP diagnosis. Learn how our attorneys fight for the justice you deserve.

Olympus Duodenoscopes Are Back in the News

Olympus has issued new safety warnings regarding its duodenoscopes after reports of patient infections and deaths linked to the devices. Despite redesigns, these complex medical tools remain difficult to clean, placing patients at risk of life-threatening “superbug” infections. Lupetin & Unatin, LLC has extensive experience litigating these specific device cases. If you or a loved one fell ill after an ERCP, learn how our attorneys fight for the answers you deserve.

When Missed Volvulus (Twisted Bowel) is Medical Malpractice

Green vomit in a newborn is a surgical emergency that demands immediate imaging. When doctors dismiss bilious vomiting as “normal spit-up” or reflux, they may miss a life-threatening twisted bowel known as midgut volvulus. Lupetin & Unatin, LLC represents Pennsylvania families whose children suffered from preventable short gut syndrome and catastrophic disability. Learn how our attorneys fight for the compensation your child deserves.

Anesthesia Errors in Pregnant Patients

Anesthesia during pregnancy involves high stakes for both the mother and the fetus, as pregnancy fundamentally alters nearly every physiological system. When anesthesia providers fail to account for these changes—such as monitoring for fetal distress or managing airway risks—the results can lead to life-altering harm for two lives. Lupetin & Unatin, LLC represents Pennsylvania families affected by obstetric anesthesia errors. Discover how our attorneys fight for the compensation and answers you deserve.

Case Study: Wrong-Level Spinal Surgery Resulting In Irreparable Damage

Wrong-level spinal surgery is a “never event” that can leave patients with permanent nerve damage and the need for extensive, life-altering fusion. When surgeons fail to operate on the correct disc, the actual problem goes unaddressed while healthy tissue is unnecessarily fused. Lupetin & Unatin, LLC represents Pennsylvania families devastated by surgical errors. Discover how our attorneys hold major medical institutions accountable for these preventable tragedies.

Case Study: An Undiagnosed Blood Clot Led to a Rare Form of Stroke

A young woman’s severe headache was dismissed as a migraine. Twice. By the same emergency room doctor. The blood clot in her brain was never diagnosed. One month after her wedding, her family was planning her funeral. Lupetin & Unatin represented the family of this young woman. The case resolved with a multi-million dollar settlement.

Pennsylvania Medical Malpractice Venue Rules: Understanding Rule 1006

Pennsylvania’s Rule 1006 has undergone a major transformation, restoring the right of medical malpractice victims to choose where their case is heard. With the rule now permanent as of 2026, patients can hold massive healthcare systems accountable in the communities where they conduct business. Lupetin & Unatin, LLC helps Pennsylvania families navigate these venue rules to ensure they receive a fair trial and the compensation they deserve.

Sarcoma Misdiagnosis

Sarcoma is a rare and aggressive cancer that is frequently misdiagnosed as a benign cyst or injury. Because early detection is critical—with survival rates dropping from 83% to 16% once it spreads—even a few months of delay can be catastrophic. Lupetin & Unatin, LLC represents Pennsylvania patients harmed by a delayed sarcoma diagnosis. Discover how our attorneys fight for the compensation and answers you deserve.

Failure to Monitor Vital Signs During General Anesthesia

Under general anesthesia, patients are entirely dependent on their medical team. Continuous monitoring of vital signs is the only way to detect life-threatening changes before they cause permanent harm. When an anesthesiologist or CRNA fails in this duty, the consequences can be catastrophic. Lupetin & Unatin, LLC represents Pennsylvania families harmed by anesthesia monitoring errors. Learn how we fight for those injured by medical neglect.

PACU Monitoring Failures

The Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) is a period of profound vulnerability for patients. When medical teams fail to monitor vital signs or respond to recovery room emergencies, the results can be catastrophic. Lupetin & Unatin, LLC represents Pennsylvania patients harmed by PACU monitoring failures and medical negligence. If a post-surgical error led to a serious injury, discover how our attorneys fight for the compensation you deserve.

Monitored Anesthesia Care (MAC)

Monitored Anesthesia Care (MAC) is a specialized sedation service that demands constant patient monitoring. When providers fail to meet the standard of care, the results can be catastrophic. Lupetin & Unatin, LLC represents Pennsylvania patients harmed by anesthesia errors and negligence. If you’ve been injured by an anesthesia mistake, discover how our dedicated attorneys fight for the compensation and answers you deserve.

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