Common Examples of Medical Malpractice

Common Examples of Medical Malpractice

Doctors are medical experts; they devote years of their lives to their studies, but accidents still happen. Medical malpractices are the third-leading cause of death in the United States. That’s why learning the common examples of medical malpractice are important....
Work Injury Compensation Act Explained

Work Injury Compensation Act Explained

Being involved in a workplace accident is stressful enough without worrying about the loss of income. Not only does the employee have to worry about the recovery process after the accident, but they must also take some time off work. That is where the Work Injury...
Paraquat: What Is It, How Is It Used and What Are the Risks?

Paraquat: What Is It, How Is It Used and What Are the Risks?

Paraquat, also known as methyl viologen, is an organic compound most widely used herbicide. It’s quick-acting and non-selective, killing green plant tissue on contact. It is also toxic (lethal) to humans and animals due to its redox activity. Consequently, it’s been...
What to Do if You Have a Defective Medical Implant

What to Do if You Have a Defective Medical Implant

A medical implant is an artificial device or tissue used to replace damaged body structures or to enhance an existing structure. Implants are used for a variety of functions, including cardiovascular, orthopedic, neurological, and dental ailments. However, when a...
What to Do if a Dog Bites

What to Do if a Dog Bites

Dogs are typically wonderful, loving companions: they provide many benefits to the lives of their owners and those around them. Dogs influence social, emotional, and cognitive development in children; promote an active...
7 Types of Litigation

7 Types of Litigation

Litigation is the term used for legal proceedings to decide disputes between persons, business entities, organizations such as not-for-profit and charitable groups, and claims involving federal and state governments. Litigation typically involves formal proceedings...
How Will My Medical Bills Be Paid?

How Will My Medical Bills Be Paid?

One of the most common questions our clients ask us concerns how their medical bills will be paid. As is often the case, the answer depends on our client’s particular situation. Let’s discuss: How Will I Pay for My Medical Bills? For those injured in an auto crash or...
Philips Recall of Bi-Level PAP and CPAP Devices

Philips Recall of Bi-Level PAP and CPAP Devices

Philips Respironics—a company related to Royal Philips of Germany—began a voluntary recall issued in June 2021 of over 3.5 million Philips Respironics CPAP and BIPAP machines. The recall was for the following devices manufactured before April 26, 2021: E30...