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Preventable Medical Errors Are on the Rise: Learn More About the Dangers You Face
Data over an eight-year period collected by safety experts at Johns Hopkins have calculated that more than 250,000 people die each year due to preventable medical errors. Preventable medical errors are now the third leading cause of death in the US. It’s highly likely that there are even more people seriously injured as a result of the Read More
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know About Slip and Fall Fractures
Slips, trips, and falls are one of the most common causes of injury in the United States. According to the National Safety Council (NSC), falls account for almost nine million emergency room visits on average over the course of a year. Fall incidents can generally cause a number of injuries, including strains and sprains, traumatic Read More
Read MoreDo You Have a Car Accident Personal Injury Claim? 5 Factors That Determine You Do
In the aftermath of a car accident, you have a lot to take care of. You may need to repair or replace your vehicle, find alternate transportation for work and daily errands, and file a claim with your insurance company. If you have injuries, your duties become even more complex because you must also seek Read More
Read More3 Steps to Receive Just Compensation in Your Dog Bite Case
We’ve all heard that dogs are a man’s best friend. Whether you grew up reading “Lassie” or watching “Old Yeller,” you know that many dogs are loyal, true friends who can put themselves in harm’s way to protect the humans who care for them. If you’re a dog owner yourself, you obviously love and care Read More
Read MoreWhen Anesthesia Causes You Pain
Unfortunately, anesthesia errors are common. While some are minor, non-life threatening mistakes, others can lead to injury, paralysis and even death. Ironically, anesthesia is the very medicine used to numb pain. Many medical malpractice cases involving anesthesia occur because of inexperience and negligence. In New Jersey, a Department of Health (NJDOH) regulation requires anesthesiologists to Read More
Read MoreInjuries from Sports in School
Has your child suffered injury while participating in a school-sanctioned sports activity including practice sessions and games? Schools are rarely held liable, simply because the injuries aren’t serious. In fact, many claims against schools, coaches and teachers for sports injuries lack merit or are just plain frivolous. However, you may have a case if your Read More
Read MorePreexisting Conditions in Medical Malpractice Suits
Courts apply different rules when dealing with a pre-existing condition that was worsened or facilitated by medical malpractice. If, at the time you were treated, there was a possibility that you might suffer an injury regardless of the negligent treatment, then your recovery will often be limited. For example, assume you are having breathing problems Read More
Read MoreThe July Effect: Myth or Reality?
Researchers estimate that every year in July, there is a turnover rate of 100,000 for hospital personnel. For years people have theorized that this surge of inexperienced healthcare professionals causes what is known as the ‘July Effect’ — a period of subpar medical care. Yet some small sample studies have shown that teaching hospitals are Read More
Read MoreWho is at Fault in a Truck Accident?
Any type of auto accident can be devastating, but semi-truck and tractor-trailer accidents usually cause serious injuries, and in some cases even death. Initially, you may think the truck driver is to blame. However, many different parties may be at fault in a trucking accident. Uncovering the true culprit of your truck accident is one Read More
Read MoreSurprisingly Common Medical Mistakes
The hospital or doctor’s office is the last place you expect to suffer injury. Yet medical malpractice occurs more frequently than most people even realize. Nurses, physicians, surgeons, anesthesiologists and other healthcare professionals make mistakes. While some go unnoticed or cause little harm, others result in serious injuries or even death. The following examples are Read More
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