Texas is an “at-will” state when it comes to employment. That means that an employer can hire someone without signing a formal written contract with the employee and has the power to change or terminate the employment at any time for any reason. With an… Read More
The Most Common Types of Nursing Errors
Nursing is one of those fields that requires years of experience and schooling. However, this does not mean that those within the industry are not at risk of making an error from time to time. This is especially true of new nurses. When a nurse… Read More
Florida Hospitals Putting Thousands at Risk Because of Policy Changing
A recent move by the state of Florida has outraged doctors, nurses, and hospital staff members alike, as it is putting thousands of children with heart defects at risk. According to a recent report, Florida hospitals were affected by a change in policy that came… Read More
Are Changes Coming to Texas’ Workers’ Comp Opt-Out Law?
Texas’ workers’ compensation laws are notoriously confusing and have posed serious problems for employers and workers alike over the years. However, this may be coming to an end. At a recent conference, a national association of state lawmakers announced they will be investigating whether or… Read More
Report: Elder Abuse is Rising in Texas
Unfortunately, millions of Americans are victims of elder abuse right here in the United States every single year. This abuse is oftentimes at the hands of relatives, friends, caretakers, scam artists, and other supposedly ‘trusted’ people. However, less than 20 percent of all elder abuse… Read More
Yet Another Case of a Medical Instrument Left Inside a Patient
When we check into a hospital or healthcare clinic for a surgery of any kind, we are putting our trust in the surgical staff and doctors. Undergoing a surgery can be an intimidating and scary experience, regardless of what type of operation is being performed…. Read More
One of The Leading Causes of Car Accidents? Speeding
If you think back to when your parents were first teaching you how to drive, chances are you can recall them talking about how important the speed limit is. This is still the case, whether you are 16 or 60. It probably won’t come as… Read More
Four Common Causes of Trucking Accidents
In recent years, research has indicated that trucking accidents are happening far more frequently than we originally thought. While many of the accidents that take place today can be blamed on distraction or negligence on the part of the at-fault driver, there are a host… Read More
Reckless Driving: What Are the Most Common Causes and Injuries?
Reckless driving is a serious offense that can result in devastating injuries and even death, in some cases. This type of traffic violation typically occurs when a driver displays complete and utter disregard for traffic lights, signs, and signals made by other drivers. Unfortunately, it… Read More
Concerns Over Contaminated Medical Scopes on the Rise
Just last week the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning to doctors and all healthcare professionals that bronchoscopes may transmit infections among patients when not cleaned properly. This is just the latest in a series of alerts that the FDA has made regarding… Read More