Medical malpractice written on a notepad

Healthcare providers, including doctors, owe their patients a very high duty of care. They are supposed to perform all medical procedures correctly and reasonably under the circumstances and with your best interest forefront in their mind. They are also responsible for properly diagnosing their patients’ conditions and prescribing the appropriate medication in the appropriate amount. […]

elderly woman that is abused at a nursing home, squeezing the hand of a relative

Elder abuse is a major issue both at nursing homes and in general. Seniors living on their own and in group settings are more vulnerable to abuse for many reasons. There are estimates that one in every 10 seniors is a victim of elder abuse. However, much of the abuse goes on unreported and undetected. […]

money and gavel

After sustaining an injury in an accident, you may hesitate at first to hire an attorney. As you will see below, this is the absolute last thing that you should do because you need an attorney for a personal injury claim. There are no two ways about it because hiring an attorney could improve your […]

Stethoscope and gavel

Medical negligence and medical malpractice occur when healthcare providers, including doctors and nurses, make serious medical mistakes and omissions while treating their patients or performing various medical procedures. Doctors and other healthcare providers owe their patients a duty of reasonable care under the circumstances, meaning that they are responsible for performing procedures correctly, prescribing and administering […]

Spinal cord injury being examined by a doctor

Back injuries can be excruciatingly painful and can require significant and prolonged medical treatment and rehabilitation, with, in some cases, only partial recovery being the only reachable goal. A person who suffers a back injury in an accident may have to undergo multiple surgeries, physical therapy, and rehabilitation. Also, some people cannot work while recovering […]

black motorcycle layed out on the road with safety cones surrounding the accident

Sometimes, motorcycle accidents cost innocent riders more than their insurance deductibles. From equipment damage to job loss, sudden motorcycle crashes often result in unexpected financial strain. The National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that motorcyclists are 28 times more likely to suffer fatal injuries, ten times more likely to suffer severe injuries, and […]

chest xray after an accident being examined by a radiologist

After car crashes, vehicle occupants often suffer from whiplash, slipped discs, and associated muscle strains. However, drivers and front-seat passengers may develop pain, bruising, and swelling around the upper chest area in the days following the collision. Some claimants mistakenly believe they’re only suffering from accident-related anxiety or stress, but these symptoms generally indicate chest […]

Brain scans being reviewed for traumatic brain injury

Blunt force trauma to the head is one of the most frequent reasons for visiting the emergency room. If you or a loved one has sustained a head injury in an accident, you can receive financial compensation in a lawsuit. If you even suspect that you have suffered any head injury, it is vital to […]

Anoxic brain injury being examined on scans

As the body’s control center, the brain works constantly. From producing dreams to signaling hunger, the brain function requires a continuous oxygen supply. It only takes four minutes without oxygen for the brain to start dying. Acquired traumatic brain injuries occur when outside forces, such as strangulation, or medical conditions, such as heart attacks, prevent […]

man holding neck, calling the police after a rear-end collision

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about three million people sustain non-fatal injuries in motor vehicle accidents each year in the United States. These injuries are costly, with medical care costs and productivity losses associated with injuries and deaths from motor vehicle crashes exceeding approximately $75 billion annually. Who pays […]