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- 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 - Automated Driving Technology Standards Needed
May 19, 2016
With the number of automated driving technologies on the rise, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has sought input regarding the development of guidelines for the safe deployment and operation of these technologies. The request comes at a critical juncture as millions of cars and trucks manufactured with automatic braking controls, obstacle detection and wheel slip assistance are already on the road. As a national leader in product liability and crashworthiness issues, Anapol Weiss Shareholder...Read More - Problems that can Cause Brain Damage at Birth
May 19, 2016
Parents-to-be rightfully expect their medical care provider to detect and respond to any condition that may injure their unborn baby. When certain dangerous situations go undetected and/or untreated, it is unfortunately the newborn and his or her family who must suffer the consequences. Below are a few problems that can lead to preventable brain damage during birth. Contact Anapol Weiss to speak with a highly qualified birth injury attorney if your child sustained brain damage at...Read More - Medical Negligence Factors Contributing to Patient Injuries
May 18, 2016
Patient assessment issues, communication errors, and treatment errors may be the most common factors that contribute to patient injuries in hospitals, according to a new study. A study conducted by The Doctors Company reported that 38 percent of all claims against hospitalists, meaning in-patient physicians who work exclusively in hospitals, involve patient assessment issues. Inadequate assessments, according to the study findings, include: Failure to establish a differential diagnosis Failure to or delay in ordering diagnostic tests Failure to consider...Read More - Most Medical Malpractice Claims Attributed to 3 Common Errors
May 17, 2016
Three common errors could make up more than two-thirds of all medical malpractice claims against in-patient physicians who work exclusively in hospitals (called “hospitalists”), according to new research. A study conducted by The Doctors Company reported that 78 percent of all claims against hospitalists include medical misdiagnosis, improper management of treatment, and medication mistakes. The study, titled “Hospitalist Closed Claims Study: An Expert Analysis of Medical Malpractice Allegations,” found that 36 percent of the errors involved...Read More