Medical malpractice is when a health care provider, due to negligence or omission, causes harm, injury or death to a patient. Mistakes do happen, but medical malpractice goes beyond just a simple mistake. The level of care must fall below the accepted medical standard and cause direct harm to be considered medical malpractice. Bed sores on a nursing home patient is a common example...
In the unfortunate event of a traffic accident, insurance companies provide several types of accident compensation. What if the person that hits you has SR22 insurance? Will you get full accident compensation for damages? Many drivers have not even heard of SR22 documentation. Drivers involved in excess amounts of traffic infractions or dangerous driving situations may be required by the...
While dogs may be known as man’s best friend, they are animals, and as such, can act aggressively without warning. If you have experienced a dog bite, it’s important to get compassionate and knowledgeable legal assistance from a dog bite attorney. Requirements for Filing a Dog Bite Claim It is crucial that you understand your rights in a dog bite...
Earning a driver’s license is a rite of passage as a teenager. Becoming a licensed driver means freedom for most adolescents and the ability to foster that independence. However, with great privilege comes great responsibility that some teens don’t take into consideration. Higher insurance rates, car accidents, distracted driving, and the maturity with getting behind a wheel are all aspects of...
Life is messy, no matter how hard we try to make the right choices. Lawsuits can be particularly messy, and deciding whether or not to sue is a huge decision for all parties involved. Whether or not you would like to sue, sometimes the best option in a situation is to move forward in a lawsuit. Finding a personal injury...
Vehicle crashes can happen quickly and there might not be much, if anything, you can do to avoid being struck by another vehicle. There are, however, things you can do to protect the ones you love. Simply by doing your part by refraining from distracted driving and actively and continually encouraging friends and family to do the same. Being proactive on your...
As we plan and prepare for holiday travel, drivers would benefit from putting a good, restful night’s sleep at the top of their to-do list for safe holiday travel. Sleep requirements are as important as no texting while driving and no drinking while driving. This is particularly scary for those with high school and college age children who stay up...
Mylan CEO faces backlash over skyrocketing pricing for the EpiPen. Estimated to bring in over $1.1 billion in revenue, marketing costs are only estimated at $85 million. Read the full story at : http://www.cbsnews.com/news/epipen-price-hike-mylan-ceo-heather-bresch-testifies-congress-documents-profit/
The EpiPen is an injection containing epinephrine, a chemical that narrows blood vessels and opens airways in the lungs in response to an otherwise deadly allergic reaction. Availability and use of an EpiPen is often the difference between living and dying to many who suffer with severe allergies to things such as peanut butter or insect stings. The EpiPen:...
On any given day, in any given town or city across the country, someone is engaging in activities behind the wheel that distract them from their sole responsibility of driving safely and adhering to traffic laws. Although much has been published, reported on, studied, and discussed regarding the use of cell phones while driving and the very real consequences a...