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- 5 Questions to Ask when Hiring a Medical Malpractice Lawyer
May 31, 2016
When a patient has been seriously hurt by medical negligence, choosing a qualified medical malpractice lawyer is crucial to obtaining financial recovery for the preventable harm that occurred. Finding the right attorney can seem like a daunting task, as countless law firms advertise their services online, in newspapers, on TV and elsewhere. To begin to narrow the selection process, prospective clients should search the Internet for attorneys in the state in which the alleged malpractice occurred...Read More - Tips for Patients to Help Prevent Medical Negligence Errors
May 27, 2016
A new study has found that medical errors in hospitals and other health care facilities may now be the third-leading cause of death in the U.S. These instances of medical negligence claim the lives of 251,000 patients in the U.S. every year, which accounts for about 9.5 percent of all annual deaths. What can patients do to protect themselves from these life-threatening errors? The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Agency for Healthcare Research and...Read More - Do You Really Need Rental Car Insurance?
May 26, 2016
The optional loss damage waiver is often expensive when you rent a car, but it limits or eliminates your financial liability for damage to the vehicle you rent. While the decision might have once been more cut and dry, choosing whether to purchase this additional insurance coverage has become “… significantly complicated by the fact that many rental companies are now charging their customers for diminished value and administrative charges when they crash a rental...Read More - 8 Rare but Severe Vaccine Injuries and Reactions
May 25, 2016
If you developed an adverse reaction to a vaccine, you may be entitled to compensation that the government has set aside specifically for rare but severe vaccine injuries. Below are some of the rare reactions adults and children have developed after receiving a vaccination. Acute Disseminated Encephalomyelitis Acute Disseminated Encephalomyelitis (ADEM) is a neurological disorder that causes a sudden inflammatory attack on the brain and spinal cord. In some cases, the condition can be life-threatening or cause mild motor deficits,...Read More - Six Important Facts about Concussions
May 25, 2016
A concussion is a dangerous injury that requires medical attention right away. Below are six important facts about concussions to remember in case you or someone you love sustains a bump, blow or jolt to the head. 1. A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury (TBI). TBI refers to a brain dysfunction caused by an outside force, usually a blow to the head. 2. Not all concussions involve a loss of consciousness. In fact, only a...Read More - How are Truck Accidents Different from Other Crashes?
May 24, 2016
Deaths and catastrophic injuries resulting from truck accidents are unfortunately common. In fact, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration reported that more than 3,500 auto collisions involving large trucks and buses resulted in at least one fatality in 2013. About 69,000 crashes involved a nonfatal injury during the same year. Tractor trailer crashes differ from those involving other types of vehicles for many reasons. For one, the size and weight of a large truck make them...Read More - What to Bring to Your Initial Medical Malpractice Lawsuit Consultation
May 24, 2016
A productive and informative initial consultation with a medical malpractice lawyer depends on preparation – not just by the attorney and his or her legal team, but also by the prospective client. Below are a few items that will provide valuable information to help a medical malpractice attorney evaluate your case. Consider obtaining these items as soon as possible prior to your meeting. Medical Records The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) gives you as a...Read More - Medical Negligence and Errors Account for 250,000+ Deaths Per Year
May 23, 2016
Medical errors in hospitals and other health care facilities claim the lives of 251,000 patients in the United States each year. Tragically, these deaths may be linked to just a few common mistakes made by medical professionals. According to a study conducted by The Doctors Company, three common errors may make up more than two-thirds of all medical malpractice claims against hospitalists — meaning in-patient physicians who work exclusively in hospitals. The study reported that 78 percent of...Read More - Three of the Largest Automotive Defect Recalls in Recent History
May 23, 2016
In less than a decade, tens of millions of vehicles have been recalled after design and manufacturing flaws led to the death and injury of many unsuspecting people. Below are three of the largest recalls in recent history. Takata Airbag Safety Recall In May 2016, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced its expansion and acceleration of the Takata airbag inflator recall. The move adds 35 to 40 million additional inflators to the already recalled 28.8...Read More - Study: Medical Malpractice Injuries Caused by Hospitalists More Severe
May 20, 2016
Claims arising from poor care by hospitals’ in-house physicians (called hospitalists) may be more likely to result in a higher injury severity than those arising from other physician specialties, new research has found. The study, titled “Hospitalist Closed Claims Study: An Expert Analysis of Medical Malpractice Allegations,” found that 72 percent of claims arising from hospitalists are found to be highly severe, compared to 34 percent from all physicians. These findings are based on claims reported by...Read More