Nursing Home Abuse
The decision to put a loved one in a nursing home is a tough one. We trust that our family member will be given the care and compassion that they deserve. Unfortunately, however, sometimes there …
Can You Sue a Hospital for Medical Malpractice?
Medical errors are the third leading cause of death in the United States. Many of these medical errors occur in hospitals. If you’ve been injured by medical negligence, you know that you can seek legal …
The Effect of Regulation Rollbacks and Under-enforcement in Long Term Care Facilities
Between September 26, 2018, and November 12, 2018, 11 children died at the Wanaque Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation in New Jersey. The children died of the adenovirus infection, but it is possible that their …
Can Electric Cars be Dangerous?
With the high price of gas and a desire to reduce one’s carbon footprint, electric cars are becoming more and more popular. Unlike conventional and hybrid vehicles, electric cars are powered entirely by electricity stored …
Understanding Drug Recalls
Every year hundreds of drugs are discovered to have dangerous properties that can cause injuries and illness to consumers. Sometimes drugs have been improperly designed, or there was an error in the manufacturing. If drugs …
Crush Injuries
According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), crush injuries are the fourth leading cause of death in the workplace. A crush injury occurs when a body part is placed under significant force or …
Medical Malpractice: Delayed Cancer Diagnosis
When it comes to a cancer diagnosis, early treatment usually leads to the best outcome. However, sometimes an error in diagnosis by a medical professional can lead to a delayed diagnosis. The implications of a …
Toxic Chemical Exposure
Every day people are exposed to hundreds of different chemicals. From household cleaners to the food we eat, chemicals are everywhere. Most of these chemicals are harmless. However, sometimes they can be toxic and dangerous. …
Report Shows Teens Pick Up Bad Driving Habits from Parents
Teens have a tendency to test boundaries and break the rules, but when they do so while driving there can be deadly consequences. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in 2016 …
Determining Lost Wages in Your Personal Injury Claim
If you’ve been injured as a result of someone’s negligence, you’ve most likely incurred damages that include lost wages. Any money you lost because your injury forced you to remain out of work for a …