Over five million car accidents occurred in the United States in 2020. More than 1.5 million of these resulted in injuries, while 35,766 have been fatal. These statistical numbers underscore the considerable risk and potential severity of traffic accidents. Road...
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Delayed diagnosis – When lags lead to medical malpractice
Normally, negligence leading to medical malpractice takes the form of medical errors. However, it doesn’t always have to be about administering the wrong medicine or surgical mistakes. Healthcare providers have a legal and ethical duty to diagnose patients' conditions...
What is a standard of care, and why is it higher for doctors?
Most people are familiar with the “reasonable person” standard that applies in general negligence cases. Personal injury laws require you to act with the same care that a reasonable person would use under similar circumstances. If you fail to live up to this standard,...
Three instances that constitute nursing home neglect
Elderly individuals often can't care for themselves alone and require the assistance of others, such as nursing home staff. Unfortunately, not all nursing home staff provide the necessary care, leading to instances of neglect. Understanding what constitutes nursing...
3 reasons broken bones from car wrecks may become particularly costly
Most people know that car crashes can cause very expensive injuries. Many motorists immediately check themselves, their passengers and even the people in the other vehicle for signs of major injuries. They then communicate with first responders about the need for...
Older adults can be more at risk of negligence due to ageism
Medical professionals must base treatment on each patient’s unique needs. This means treating the individual, not just considering their age. But, there are instances when doctors may unintentionally provide less than the needed care to older adults. This can happen...
Tens of millions of laptop AC adapters recalled for electric fire risk
Electric fires aren’t just caused by faulty wiring; some fires result from overheating adapters, such as those involved in a recent product recall. Computer manufacturer Dynabook issued a recall for 15.5 million AC adapters over fire and burn risks. According to the...
4 red flags that could mean nursing home abuse
Our elderly loved ones need specialized care and close attention. However, some individuals still experience mistreatment. According to the National Center on Elder Abuse, one out of ten adults aged 60 years old and above in the U.S. experience some form of abuse each...
What is causation in the context of a medical malpractice claim?
Causation is a critical component that an injured party must prove if they want to pursue a medical malpractice claim. Causation, in legal terms, refers to the link between the negligent act of a health care provider and the injury suffered by the patient. In a...
How dangerous is sepsis to loved ones in a nursing home?
Sepsis arises from infections and can affect anyone. Yet, it seems to favor those with compromised immune systems, such as aging adults with pre-existing health issues. Nursing homes that do not take preventative measures to prevent the spread of infection could...