Car Accidents Are Often Caused by Alcohol or Drug Use
Car accidents are often caused by drug or alcohol in their systems. The substances involved included not only alcohol and controlled substances, but also prescription drugs. Researchers used fatalities data from 14 states and reviewed toxicological records of drivers after the accident. The study was co-authored by Joanne Brady of Columbia University. It did not […]
Five Common Injuries In Car Accidents
Whether caused by negligence or alcohol, bad weather or defective equipment, car accidents can cause life-changing injuries that affect the families of everyone involved. In an effort to prevent these injuries, states across the nation are tightening down on traffic laws. New York is among the most forward thinking states when it comes to traffic […]
Are Victims Losing Access to Courts in Medical Malpractice Cases?
There are few things more life-shattering than going in for a medical procedure and coming out seriously or permanently injured. When the harm was caused because a physician, nurse or other medical provider did not uphold their duties, the patient’s physical and financial suffering is often compounded by an unshakable sense of injustice. It is […]
Fetal Distress – The Causes And Treatment
Two words that strike fear in every mother’s heart – fetal distress. Rather than sit in fear, let’s learn some basic facts about fetal distress and how it is treated. Fetal distress describes any time that the baby is failing to thrive inside the womb or during labor and delivery. Something has changed and has […]
Medical Malpractice, a Patient’s Worst Nightmare and a Doctor’s Biggest Mistake
In any position in life, there is no escaping the human element. Unfortunately, making errors is one of them. Medical Malpractice and Misdiagnosis are a serious issue and it starts where you least expect it. Why should you ever worry a misdiagnosis at a simple check up, when everything seems to be fine with you? […]
Medical Malpractice – Doctor Errors
People tend to think that doctors are always right. Doctors are just like any other human and they are likely to make mistakes when diagnosing, treating, or performing surgery. Doctors are supposed to ensure that they do their best because a small slip up can result in serious injury or death. There are grounds for […]
Medical Malpractice Law – An Overview
If you have ever witnessed the death of your loved one due to medical negligence, you may agree that there can be nothing more devastating than that experience. When we put our trust in a doctor and put the life of our loved ones in their hands, it can be traumatic if the patient dies […]
Plastic Surgery Malpractice and Its Compensation
In the present era, most of the individuals are opting for plastic surgeries because these have very minute side-effects. As a matter of fact, no surgery will be full of ease and no efforts, hence, there are some risks related to plastic surgery. Let us quickly look at the implication of plastic surgery malpractice for better understanding. […]
The Debate Over An Episiotomy – Is It Necessary?
Childbirth is painful – there’s no getting away from that. There are several pain issues to deal with before, during, and after delivery. One of the most debated procedures during delivery is the episiotomy. This incision is often described as the “unkindest cut of all.” It can often make recovery more painful than believed is […]
Were You Given The Wrong Medication By Your Doctor?
Medication mistakes can and do happen. They’re not always lawsuit-worthy, but if you have been given the wrong medication so that you’ve had a serious allergic reaction or have left your disease or condition untreated because you weren’t given the right medication, you may now be facing serious and perhaps even permanent consequences because of […]