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- What You Need to Know About the Statute of Limitations for Medical Malpractice Suits
Aug 21, 2014
“ If you’re a victim of Limitations Vary from State to State The statute of limitations for medical malpractice claims is different in each state, but is generally between two and three years. In some states, the statute of limitations can be as much as ten years, depending on the individual circumstances surrounding your case. A few states which may have a longer-than-average statute of limitations are: Alabama-2 to 4 years Florida-2 to 4...Read More - The Most Interesting and Famous Medical Malpractice Cases in History
Aug 7, 2014
Deutsche Fotothek [ Being a victim of The Case of the Mutilated Penis A Romanian doctor named Naum Ciomu was performing a delicate operation on a male patient when he suddenly became stressed and hacked off his penis. The doctor then proceeded to place it on the operating table, and then hack the penis into tiny pieces in full view of operating room staff. After he was finished, he reportedly stormed out of the...Read More - Know What to Expect in a Product Liability Lawsuit
Jun 10, 2014
By law, a product must meet ordinary expectations of you the consumer. That doesn’t mean that if you don’t like how it works you can sue. You Attorney Contacts the Defendant In a product liability lawsuit there may be more than one defendant. Everyone from the manufacturer to the store where you purchased the product may be liable. Often, your attorney will contact the defendants to work out a settlement to avoid court. If...Read More - Laser Skin Surgery Litigation Reveals Training and Regulatory Shortcomings
Jun 9, 2014
Laser skin surgery has been a popular treatment for aesthetic and medical reasons for the last two decades. From removing aesthetic imperfections, like acne scars and lines, to neutralizing cancerous skin tumors, laser skin surgery remains a popular procedure. Many patients go into this procedure with the same casual attitude as they would a haircut as it is often not distinguished from less risky salon treatments. The reality, though, shows that this is a precise...Read More - Personal Injury Claims: When You Can Handle Your Own
Jun 6, 2014
In some Personal Injury Claims You Can Handle Yourself Typically, the following are types of claims you can handle yourself such as: – Slip and fall accidents. – Trip and fall accidents. – Automobile accidents. – Pedestrian accidents. – Bicycle accidents. – Accidents involving defective products. – Home accidents. Simple Process Many personal injury claims require making some phone calls or typing a few letters to an insurance adjuster. Basic Injury Of course...Read More - Signing a Waiver at the Hospital
Jun 5, 2014
Patient consent forms are just one of many documents you are given before receiving medical or surgical treatment. Most people simply glance at these documents and sign where indicated without really understanding the details. Hospital waivers and patient consent forms are complicated documents that may, in some cases, empower health care providers to do more than provide informed consent as required by law. Be sure to take the time to read the waiver or consent...Read More - The Most Costly and Dangerous Mistakes Made by Doctors in the U.S.
Jun 4, 2014
Imagine waking up in the middle of a surgical operation and feeling the pain of the incision. You feel the surgeon’s probing hands inside your body but you are paralyzed, unable to move or scream. The surgeons go about their business, unaware that you are conscious. All you can do is listen to the banter of the surgical team as they discuss the latest news story. In another scenario, you finally agree to have your...Read More - The Timeline of a Personal Injury Case
Jun 3, 2014
The amount of time that it takes to fully resolve a Recovery Period There are several stages to personal injury lawsuits that constitute the framework of a timeline. The first stage is the recovery period. This begins at the time that the person is injured and extends until his physician declares that his condition can no longer improve under the care of medical professionals in a medical setting. This point is known as full...Read More - Vaccine Lawsuits: Balancing Consumer Protection with Public Health
Jun 2, 2014
Controversy surrounding vaccines pre-dates Jenny McCarthy and even the Vaccine injuries are unique in that they are very rare but can also be quite serious. Life-threatening allergic reactions, seizures, brain disorders, and death can lead to large awards for suffering plaintiffs and their family members. These awards chill vaccine manufacturing and delay development of safer and more effective vaccines. However, the recent rise of epidemics once thought eliminated proves vaccines are vital to protecting...Read More - How to Cover All the Bases and Win a Personal Injury Lawsuit
May 31, 2014
When you’re in an accident that caused injuries, the filing of a personal injury claim is a likely result. This is mostly the case when it involves accidents that have been caused by the negligence of another person. By winning a The following are steps that you should follow to be successful in filing a personal injury lawsuit: • For starters, it is vital to establish whether there are potential grounds to proceed with...Read More