Patients trust their surgeons to perform surgical procedures with undivided attention. After all, having their bodies cut open is a matter of life and death. So, the prevalence of “concurrent or simultaneous surgeries” taking the spotlight in recent years raises...
Year: 2023
Losing your loved one can hurt even more than physical pain
Most human beings look for a sense of belonging in the world, and we find that when someone unconditionally loves and cares for us. When we lose that person, our whole world can fall apart. The unexpected loss of a loved one can cause tremendous pain. But you don't...
Is your loved one being exposed to mold?
Fungus infections are a growing problem in nursing homes. Even more troubling is that it’s not readily noticeable. The nursing home may not know about it or opt not to inform the residents’ family members. Prolonged mold exposure could cause significant health...
Traffic safety authority warns of air bag explosion risk
Years after a recall sought to address Takata’s faulty air bag inflators, new reports have found that the deadly defect affects not just driver-side air bags, but passenger-side air bags as well. Automaker Stellantis and the National Highway Traffic Safety...
How does vicarious liability apply to medical malpractice?
If you’re considering taking legal action, you may have heard the term “vicarious liability.” This typically involves a party’s indirect responsibility for causing someone’s harm. It falls under something called the respondeat superior doctrine, which means “let the...
Ford, Lincoln vehicles recalled due to engine fire risk
Gasoline-powered cars work by burning fuel, but that doesn’t mean they’re impervious to accidental fires. Ford Motor Company has issued a recall of 125,322 vehicles over a potential fire risk. According to a release from the National Highway Traffic Safety...
The standard of care in a medical malpractice lawsuit
Negligence is the primary precursor to most personal injury claims. It is an individual’s lack of due prudence when fulfilling their duty. Every human being should behave with a reasonable amount of care every day of their lives to avoid accidents and preventable...
Do adult bedrails cause more harm than good in nursing homes?
It’s disconcerting when a piece of equipment supposedly designed to address older adults’ medical needs results in harm. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and the U.S. Food & Drug Administration reveal reports of injuries and deaths caused by adult...
Defective furniture can threaten your safety
Most American households have multiple pieces of furniture. Customers expect them to be long-lasting and safe because of the high price tag. Nobody ever thinks their furniture, such as bookcases or chairs, will harm them or their kids. Despite this, thousands of...
How to protect your loved one from nursing home abuse
There are times when we need the help of a nursing home facility to care for our elderly loved ones. Because of the potential for abuse and neglect, having to rely on strangers for their care can be nerve-wracking. Still, there are ways you can protect loved ones from...