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- Why Overnight Tractor Trailer Driving Trips Are Risky
Apr 23, 2015
“ While there are many reasons truck drivers are on the road during the night, safety considerations make these trips risky. Fatigued truckers equal deadly consequences. Tractor-trailer accident statistics show this time of the day can be dangerous, both for the driver and for other motorists on the road. When more accidents happen, more injuries and deaths can result that devastate families and loved ones. In 2012, there were 330,000 large truck accidents resulting in...Read More - What Is the Statute of Limitations on Medical Malpractice?
Apr 10, 2015
Medical malpractice is negligence by act or omission (failure to act) by a health care provider in which the care deviates from accepted standards of practice in the medical community and causes injury or death to the patient. If you or a loved one has suffered medical malpractice, you can file a lawsuit. However, the law places limits on who can sue, and, especially, the timing of the lawsuit. If you suspect a doctor or...Read More - How to Prevent Common Workplace Injuries
Apr 5, 2015
“ If you suffer an injury while on the job, there are things you can do to protect your rights. Retaining a personal injury attorney with experience in workplace accidents should be one of your first steps after seeking medical treatment, as you’ll need a strong legal professional on your side when dealing with your employer and/or the insurance company. Do your homework and choose wisely when hiring a lawyer, as there are certain qualities...Read More - Dilation and Curettage Risks and Options: Were You Informed?
Feb 19, 2015
Dilation and curettage (D and C) is represented as a minor, safe procedure to remove tissue from inside your uterus. As with any medical procedure there are certain risks involved. It is important that your doctor helped you understand these risks so you could make an informed decision about whether this was the best procedure for you. Unfortunately, many doctors don’t discuss dilation and curettage risks; nor do they let you know about alternative procedures...Read More - Everything You Need to Know About the Enormous Takata Airbag Recall
Jan 2, 2015
“ If you follow consumer news affecting car owners, you have heard about a recent recall on approximately 11 million vehicles due to an air bag defect. Specifically, sixteen auto manufacturers have recalled different makes and models to replace the front air bag inflator on the driver or passenger’s side, or both. The air bags installed on cars from the year 2002 through 2008 were manufactured by Takata, a Tokyo based supplier of automotive safety...Read More - How To Choose the Best Medical Malpractice Lawyer For Your Case
Nov 20, 2014
“ As a patient, you put your health and well-being in the hands of the physicians and healthcare workers that treat you, during a routine checkup, after an accident or when undergoing necessary surgery. These professionals should have a high level of education and experience in various specialties. However, some healthcare providers commit preventable medical errors that can have devastating effects, seriously injuring or even killing their patients. If you or a loved one has...Read More - Guide to “Never Events” for Victims and Their Families
Nov 8, 2014
Introduction I. “Never Events” in a Nutshell The Definition of a Never Event Never Events Historically Statistics Indications of NQF Never Events II. Preventing Never Events on a Personal Level Researching Healthcare Providers Researching Healthcare Facilities III. Preventing Never Events on a Large Scale Influence Policy Require Video of Patient Encounters Educate Patients Establish Harsher Penalties Get Involvement from Medical Experts IV. How to Respond to a Never Event The Impact...Read More - Myths and Facts Surrounding Medical Malpractice Insurance
Sep 24, 2014
“Neon Insurance Office Sign” by Medical malpractice suits What is Medical Malpractice Insurance? Also known as Misdiagnosis Administering the wrong medication Failure to read test results properly Delays in treatment that cause a worsening of symptoms Surgical errors Wrongful death Not just for Doctors While medical malpractice insurance is typically thought of as being something for doctors, it is actually used by others in the healthcare industry as well. Physicians are not the...Read More - How to Write a Medical Malpractice Demand Letter
Sep 16, 2014
“saturated writing” by CC BY-SA 2.0 When you’ve sustained injuries due to the negligence or recklessness of a physician, you have a claim for Your medical malpractice demand letter is where you lay out all of the details of your injuries and assert the reasons that you should recover monetary damages. The purpose of the document is to summarize the encounter with the physician, describe your injuries, and explain how they’ve impacted your life...Read More - Advances in Technology Aim to Prevent Misdiagnosis
Aug 25, 2014
“stethoscope” by According to Electronic Health Records One of the biggest ways medical facilities are using technology to help keep you safe is with the use of Electronic Health Records (EHRs). Electronic health records make it possible for doctors to look through information quickly in order to determine a patient’s condition. This is often difficult to do with paper records because information might be missing or scattered. As a result, some critical information...Read More