The use of technology in medicine offers solutions for a variety of medical needs, but it doesn’t come without risks. You never plan on a device that’s supposed to help you causing you harm, but, unfortunately, it happens every day: The FDA receives over 2 million reports each year of medical devices that have malfunctioned, […]
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Jul
Jul
The arrival of a new baby should be one of the happiest moments in a mother’s life. An unfortunate reality is that many women and infants don’t receive the quality care that they should and are subject to birth injuries and other illnesses—an occurrence particularly prevalent among minority groups. Understanding this issue can help us […]
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Jan
Jan
If you’ve been injured and think you may have a legal case, it’s crucial to understand the differences between personal injury and medical negligence. These two areas of law are intertwined, yet they present unique characteristics and implications. Seeking a “personal injury attorney near me” is the right place to start so you can navigate […]
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Apr
Apr
If you’ve been injured in an accident, it’s important to find the right lawyer who can help you get the compensation you deserve. Finding the best personal injury lawyer in Atlanta can be a daunting task with so many attorneys competing for your business. However, in most cases, there are tell-tale signs of a qualified […]
Car accidents don’t have to be severe to cause a TBI (traumatic brain injury). In fact, even minor accidents can result in this type of injury. Knowing the types of TBIs that may occur and their symptoms can help you know when to seek medical attention. Concussion This mild type of TBI can cause a […]
Personal injury is a legal term for an injury to the body, mind or emotions, as opposed to an injury to property. The term is most commonly used to refer to a type of lawsuit alleging that the victim’s injury has been caused by the negligence of another, but also arises in defamation torts. Damages include bodily injury, intentional infliction of emotional distress (IIED) and negligent infliction […]
Many smokers switched to electronic cigarettes between 2007 and 2016 because the products seemed like a healthier alternative that could help them cut back or quit. Today, approximately 30 million adults and 2.4 million teens use e-cigs regularly. Each year, consumers sustain severe injuries due to exploding batteries and exposure to e-cigarette liquid that contains […]
Talking with our elderly parents about their living situations and the possible need for change is not always easy. A successful conversation depends on the relationship you have with your parent, as well, of course, as on the parent’s mental, emotional and physical condition. While many people put off serious conversations to avoid conflict or awkwardness, both […]