In the litigious climate in which everyone now lives, it is not uncommon for people to sue their doctors and nurses over just about everything. This is why doctors and nurses have professional insurance, to protect them against lawsuits and protect their medical licenses. Yet what is medical malpractice, and what actually counts as malpractice? There is clearly a thin line between malpractice and negligence, which is why some lawsuits do not pan out under medical malpractice.…
Industrial and factory work can be grueling and often thankless jobs. Even worse, they may be deadly if proper electrical measures are not taken. If your loved one has died at work in this way and you have no other source of income, a lawsuit for wrongful death may be necessary.
Electrocutions Are Still A Common Workplace Hazard
It has been reported that at nearly 200 people die every year from electrical shock at work.…
You have the right to live in a safe and healthy environment, free of toxic contamination. Regardless of your location, how much your home is worth or who you are, it is never okay to live in fear of experiencing permanent damage to the health of you or your family. Property contamination is an unfortunate, but all too common, occurrence. From unknowingly moving into a “meth house” to being provided bad water, you must stay ever vigilant to ensure your health and well-being.…
It’s a sad reality that if you file a personal injury lawsuit against the person who caused your injuries, your health insurance provider may put a medical lien on your award to collect the money it paid on your behalf for your care. As unfair as it may seem, there’s likely a clause in your contract stating you are obligated to repay the provider’s expenses in certain situations. However, you are not required to pay the full amount.…
If you’re in a serious auto accident of any kind, flying bits of debris from your car and shards of glass present some obvious dangers to your eyes. If your airbag deploys, you may get hit right in the face with all its force, which can also damage eye tissue. Finally, if you have any sort of head trauma, eye damage can be one of the unexpected results. Here is what you should know about protecting your vision and your rights after an eye injury in an auto accident.…
