People injured in car crashes that have been caused by another driver typically expect that insurance companies will pay for their medical expenses and property damage losses. Provided that the coverage carried by the driver at fault is sufficient, those with major...
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Why An Ohio Spinal Cord Injury May Lead To Civil Court
The powerful impact involved in a car crash can cause severe injury to the human body. The higher the speed of the vehicles involved and the bigger their size, the greater the likely consequences of a crash. Spinal cord injuries sometimes occur in major motor vehicle...
How To Avoid Common Pharmacy Errors
It’s no secret that many industries are suffering from staffing shortages – and pharmacies are no exception. Many of the national pharmacy chains are cutting hours and informing patients that they need to expect a wait when they’re filling prescriptions. For...
Diagnostic Errors May Be The Most Common Medical Malpractice
You don't know what's wrong with you at first. You just know the symptoms. You have an elevated heart rate, frequent headaches and a persistent sense of fatigue even when you get a good night's rest or finish a big cup of coffee. There are actually a surprising number...
Were You Actually Able To Provide Informed Consent?
Your doctor has to comply with restrictions regarding the treatment that they provide you. Generally speaking, they should only use drugs and treatments approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for a specific purpose. Sometimes, doctors administer a drug for...
Hypoxia: Why It Happens And The Damage It Causes
Hypoxia is a serious medical emergency that can occur in the womb, during labor or after birth. It occurs when the baby does not receive an adequate amount of oxygen to the brain, which can lead to brain injuries. While minor hypoxia may be able to be treated with...
Blood Clots Could Be A Sign Of Malpractice
Medical malpractice cases can be notoriously difficult to set up and win, but if your case is strong, then it is worth looking into building a case against a doctor, medical provider or hospital. Sometimes, errors are so egregious that you simply cannot ignore them or...
What Are Some Common Birth Injuries?
It's hard to think about an innocent newborn having to face adversity from day one; however, this is sadly far too common. These birth injuries occur for a variety of reasons. Some of the more common ones, as well as the reasons that they take place, are described...
Will Insurance Take Care Of You After You Get Hurt In A Car Wreck?
Every day, people get into car crashes that leave them permanently injured or dead. Still, millions of Americans drive without much thought about the consequences on a daily basis. People have to set aside risks to be able to participate in the modern economy. Most...
Do Major Surgical Mistakes Still Happen In The United States?
Anytime you see a doctor, you place a lot of trust in their expertise, but surgery requires absolute faith in the professional caring for you. They will likely render you unconscious or at least administer localized anesthesia. They will cut your body, a process that...