Car crashes happen every day in America. The majority of those crashes involve only a single vehicle (58%), but they still maim and take lives. With nearly 40,000 people dying in crashes annually, it’s important to understand why these crashes are happening and what...
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Doctors owe a duty to prevent adverse drug effects
Physicians prescribing medications owe a duty of care to monitor their patients for adverse drug effects. The Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion notes that certain medications may result in preventable injuries. The harm could come from diagnostic...
Common legal issues that can compromise real estate closing
Homebuyers and sellers rely on their realtor to manage the complications associated with this major transaction. As you represent your client as a real estate agent, you must ensure that closing goes smoothly and help prevent unexpected snags. Familiarize yourself...
The four elements of a medical malpractice case
The John Hopkins University estimates that around 250,000 people die each year due to medical practitioners’ or facilities' mistakes. It means medical errors are responsible for more Americans' deaths than any other single cause except heart disease and cancer. For...
Realtors, remember to protect yourself from litigation
Americans have a reputation for being litigious. People are often readily prepared to take legal measures when they believe someone has done them wrong. All Americans have the right to rely on the legal system for the acquisition of justice. However, the individuals...
What is a breach of contract?
Contracts are legal agreements that companies often use to protect their interests. Contracts may be used with landlords, suppliers, distributors, independent contractors and employees, among others. They're designed to spell out everyone's obligations -- and what...
You deserve support after a serious brain injury
If you’re involved in a car crash, one of the things that could potentially happen is that you could suffer from impalement. If an object penetrates your skull, you may suffer a brain injury with long-lasting complications and implications for your future. Also known...
Surviving sepsis may not be the end of your problems
Getting sepsis while in a hospital can have serious consequences. If it develops into severe sepsis, you have about a one in three chance of dying. If you survive, there is a high chance you will suffer long-term consequences. What is sepsis? When you get an...
Traumatic amputations in car crashes
Car wrecks cause a lot of injuries. While some of these are minor, others are particularly serious, including traumatic amputations. A traumatic amputation occurs when a part of the body is severed from the rest of the body in an accident. These amputations can be...
When an electrical shock happens, get the victim help — fast
When you work with electricity, you know that safety is a must -- but even people who follow the proper safety precautions are at risk of suffering from an electrical shock, which can cause a serious burn and other injuries What should you do if someone near you...
