Wrongful death is a term that most people are familiar with, but do you know what it actually means? Not only is a wrongful death claim a special kind of personal injury lawsuit, it is one of the most complicated. For a wrongful death lawsuit… Read More
What Are the Most Common Types of Personal Injury Lawsuits?
Many people do not realize this, but personal injury claims are among the most common types of legal actions that occur on a daily basis. We see hundreds – if not thousands – of personal injury cases brought to the U.S. court system every single… Read More
Do I Have a Medical Malpractice Lawsuit?
According to the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), medical malpractice is the third-leading cause of death in the United States. Only heart disease and cancer cause more fatalities each year. This is perhaps shocking to many, but others are all familiar with what… Read More
Understanding Medical Malpractice During Childbirth
Childbirth is one of the most incredible experiences a person can be a part of. However, it is also a risky medical procedure that can cause devastating, lasting effects. Unfortunately, the risk of a poor outcome for either the mother or child is quite high… Read More
Understanding Premises Liability
When it comes to personal injury law, premises liability cases address injuries that are caused by a property owner’s negligence or failure to maintain his or her property. These types of cases can pertain to both residential and business properties and oftentimes include slip and… Read More
Poorly Rated Texas Nursing Homes Receive Federal Money Thanks to Loophole
Texas nursing homes will receive an additional $69 million in federal money this year alone, with more to come in the future. While this may seem like a positive thing, it unfortunately is allowing owners of for-profit nursing homes to receive money intended for nursing… Read More
Five Common Construction Site Accidents
It is no secret that construction workers have a highly dangerous job. Whether working in residential or commercial construction, the men and women who hold these positions are putting themselves at risk for serious injury on a daily basis. While it is true that there… Read More
Most Common Medical Malpractice Cases
Medical errors are listed as the third-leading cause of death in the United States. A recent study uncovered that the number of patients who die from preventable medical errors is between 210,000 and 400,000 each year. These are both shocking statistics that should not be… Read More
Takeda Settles Lawsuit in Diabetes Case
Japan’s Takeda Pharmaceutical Co. recently announced that it would agree to pay $2.37 billion in order to resolve lawsuits over its diabetes medication, Actos. People throughout the country have been contacting lawyers and suing Takeda for hiding the fact that Actos has been linked to… Read More
Are Hospitals Focusing on Patient Satisfaction, Instead of Wellness?
Patient satisfaction is a key component to how high a hospital or medical office is rated, but at what cost? First implemented in October 2012, the Affordable Care Act included a policy that stated 1 percent of total Medicare reimbursements – adding up to about… Read More