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What Constitutes Medical Negligence?

January 26, 2023

When you go to the doctor, you’re trusting them with your medical care; but sometimes, doctors commit medical negligence by not providing proper care. That care, which is required by law, must be taken seriously. Now, you might wonder, “What is medical negligence?” Medical negligence occurs when a hospital or doctor injures a patient through a negligent act. Typically, negligence results in errors in diagnosis, treatment, aftercare, and health management. That negligence causes harm to the patient and affects their quality of life until the results of the neglect have been resolved, if not longer. This blog is

What to Prove in a Burn Injury Lawsuit

October 19, 2022

There’s a lot to prove in a burn injury lawsuit, including how severe your burn is, how much of your body is burned, and the depth of the burn.

Identifying and Avoiding Road Rage and Aggressive Driving

July 6, 2022

As Utah’s population grows, we must commit to avoiding road rage and aggressive driving from others and keeping our cool if we experience it. More drivers on the road mean slower commutes and more potential for aggression. Without greater intention to avoid emotional responses, this leaves us all at greater risk of an accident. “Road rage” is a term that was coined in the 1990s by a television news station in response to several incidents of freeway shootings. Many have expanded the term to encompass all forms of aggressive driving. However, while both aggressive driving and road rage

Common Causes of Brain Injury and Head Trauma

June 15, 2022

In this article, we’ll first discuss some common causes of severe brain injuries and offer a few tips for prevention. Then we’ll outline the essential steps you need to take if you or a loved one has sustained a head injury.

Medical Malpractice Cases: Misdiagnosis and Delayed Diagnosis

Medical Malpractice: Misdiagnosis and Delayed Diagnosis

February 22, 2022

Most medical malpractice cases involve misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis, but there are a lot of factors that determine if you have a legal case. Diagnostic errors are common in the medical field, and therefore, medical professionals cannot always be held legally liable. For the case to be medical malpractice, there must be proven negligence, and those negligent acts must lead directly to the patient’s harm. You also need to demonstrate a patient-doctor relationship—this part isn’t usually difficult. But proving there has been negligence can prove challenging. Suppose a doctor or other medical professional contributed to a patient’s harm

How You Can Be A Safe Motorcycle Driver?

How To Be A Safe Motorcycle Driver

February 1, 2022

Being a safe motorcycle driver requires different skills than driving a car; however, road laws apply to every driver just the same. Consistent education, regard for traffic laws, and common sense go a long way in reducing the amount of motorcycle-related fatalities each year. As a motorcyclist, you need to understand common safety motorcycle tips to ensure that your future rides are safe. Wear the Proper Gear Wearing a helmet is the most secure way to avoid a head injury in the event of a crash. A motorcycle rider who isn’t wearing a helmet is five times more

Poor Weather Conditions and the Risk of Auto Accidents

January 11, 2022

Snow, ice, rain, wind, and other poor weather conditions lead to dangerous roads and are a leading risk of auto accidents. As convenient as driving is, most people know that the road can be treacherous. Auto accidents occur in startling numbers each year on roads all across America. Unfortunately, poor weather conditions can further increase auto accidents’ risk. Statistics show that bad weather leads to over one million car accidents in America each year. These car accidents often result in severe injury and costly property damage. Dangers of Poor Weather Conditions Conditions such as rain, fog, sleet, and

Liability for Accidents Involving Unqualified Truck Drivers

January 4, 2022

Trucking accidents cause severe injuries, and one of the top causes of these accidents is incidents with unqualified truck drivers. The sheer size of a truck versus the size of a passenger vehicle sets the stage for catastrophe when the two collide, and passengers in a car typically suffer several significant injuries. If you believe you sustained injuries due to a truck accident involving an unqualified truck driver, you may be entitled to financial compensation. Recovering compensation for losses caused by a trucking accident requires finding causation and holding the responsible party accountable. Stay tuned to learn more

The Conditions That Lead To Auto Accidents and Drowsy Driving

December 23, 2021

Drowsy driving is hazardous as the crash rate for drivers who sleep five or six hours is twice that of drivers who sleep seven hours or more. With each hour of sleep lost, the likelihood of an auto accident increases. Similar to texting and driving or drinking and driving, driving after getting little-to-no sleep not only puts you at risk but puts others around you at risk too. If you’re tired, do not get behind the wheel. An Overview of Drowsy Driving According to the Sleep Foundation and survey data from the CDC, one in every 25 adults

Defective Tires and Auto Accidents

November 2, 2021

When most people think of auto accidents, they most likely think about the driver of one vehicle being either wholly or mainly at fault. In most automobile accident cases, one of the drivers is at fault. However, some auto accidents are tragically fated to occur due to defective automotive parts. These defects might happen in the design stage, the manufacturing stage, the marketing stage, or some combination thereof. Still, their mere existence made the automobile unforeseeably unsafe to drive – in essence, a ticking time bomb. Among the automotive products we rely most on, our tires are essential;

Surgical Errors Can Lead to Serious Patient Injuries

October 7, 2021

Some of the most tragic medical mistakes can occur during surgery, leading to severe and even permanent patient injuries. If you are concerned about medical malpractice, there are a few things you need to know about when it comes to surgical errors. We Expect a High Degree of Competence from Surgeons When we undergo any kind of surgical treatment, it’s not unreasonable to expect surgeons to perform procedures with a certain level of attentiveness and care. Their training and expertise have prepared them to complete even the most complicated medical procedures with competence, avoiding errors and acting diligently

What is the Process of Filing a Wrongful Death Claim?

September 9, 2021

If you have lost a loved one due to another person’s negligent behavior, your family may be eligible to file a wrongful death claim. A wrongful death lawsuit takes place against another person who can legally be held liable for a death. Nothing in the world can take away the pain and agony caused by this misfortune, but you should pursue legal compensation if a negligent person is responsible. Losing a loved one is a traumatic experience that comes with unexpected expenses. This guide will help you file a wrongful death claim so that you can receive damages.

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Category: blog

What Constitutes Medical Negligence?

What to Prove in a Burn Injury Lawsuit

Identifying and Avoiding Road Rage and Aggressive Driving

Common Causes of Brain Injury and Head Trauma

Medical Malpractice: Misdiagnosis and Delayed Diagnosis

How To Be A Safe Motorcycle Driver

Poor Weather Conditions and the Risk of Auto Accidents

Liability for Accidents Involving Unqualified Truck Drivers

The Conditions That Lead To Auto Accidents and Drowsy Driving

Defective Tires and Auto Accidents

Surgical Errors Can Lead to Serious Patient Injuries

What is the Process of Filing a Wrongful Death Claim?

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