When we check into a hospital or healthcare clinic for a surgery of any kind, we are putting our trust in the surgical staff and doctors. Undergoing a surgery can be an intimidating and scary experience, regardless of what type of operation is being performed. Unfortunately, we have seen an increasing number of medical malpracticeContinue reading “Yet Another Case of a Medical Instrument Left Inside a Patient”
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One of The Leading Causes of Car Accidents? Speeding
If you think back to when your parents were first teaching you how to drive, chances are you can recall them talking about how important the speed limit is. This is still the case, whether you are 16 or 60. It probably won’t come as a shock, but speeding is one of the leading causesContinue reading “One of The Leading Causes of Car Accidents? Speeding”
Four Common Causes of Trucking Accidents
In recent years, research has indicated that trucking accidents are happening far more frequently than we originally thought. While many of the accidents that take place today can be blamed on distraction or negligence on the part of the at-fault driver, there are a host of other factors that can lead to accidents. In fact,Continue reading “Four Common Causes of Trucking Accidents”
Reckless Driving: What Are the Most Common Causes and Injuries?
Reckless driving is a serious offense that can result in devastating injuries and even death, in some cases. This type of traffic violation typically occurs when a driver displays complete and utter disregard for traffic lights, signs, and signals made by other drivers. Unfortunately, it is an extremely common cause of car accidents that oftentimesContinue reading “Reckless Driving: What Are the Most Common Causes and Injuries?”
Concerns Over Contaminated Medical Scopes on the Rise
Just last week the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning to doctors and all healthcare professionals that bronchoscopes may transmit infections among patients when not cleaned properly. This is just the latest in a series of alerts that the FDA has made regarding the potential dangers of reusable medical scopes. Over the pastContinue reading “Concerns Over Contaminated Medical Scopes on the Rise”
Fact: Hospital Falls Happen More Often Than You May Think
Going to the hospital can be an overwhelming and scary experience, regardless of the cause. Unfortunately, many who are admitted to the hospital end up injured for a reason other than what they were originally being treated for. In fact, hospital falls happen far more often than many people realize. Older patients, in particular, areContinue reading “Fact: Hospital Falls Happen More Often Than You May Think”
An Overview of Wrongful Death Claims
Wrongful death is a term that most people are familiar with, but do you know what it actually means? Not only is a wrongful death claim a special kind of personal injury lawsuit, it is one of the most complicated. For a wrongful death lawsuit to take place, one must be able to prove thatContinue reading “An Overview of Wrongful Death Claims”
What Are the Most Common Types of Personal Injury Lawsuits?
Many people do not realize this, but personal injury claims are among the most common types of legal actions that occur on a daily basis. We see hundreds – if not thousands – of personal injury cases brought to the U.S. court system every single day. From incidents that stem from car accidents to medicalContinue reading “What Are the Most Common Types of Personal Injury Lawsuits?”
Do I Have a Medical Malpractice Lawsuit?
According to the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), medical malpractice is the third-leading cause of death in the United States. Only heart disease and cancer cause more fatalities each year. This is perhaps shocking to many, but others are all familiar with what the kind of devastation and turmoil medical negligence can cause.Continue reading “Do I Have a Medical Malpractice Lawsuit?”
Understanding Medical Malpractice During Childbirth
Childbirth is one of the most incredible experiences a person can be a part of. However, it is also a risky medical procedure that can cause devastating, lasting effects. Unfortunately, the risk of a poor outcome for either the mother or child is quite high compared to many other types of medical procedures. Birth-related medicalContinue reading “Understanding Medical Malpractice During Childbirth”