In 2009, more than 200,000 children ages 14 and under were treated in the ER for injuries associated with playground equipment. Adults should always actively supervise children on the playground. Protective surfaces such as shredded rubber, wood chips, or sand can help decrease the severity of injuries, but accidents may still happen. Following are some… Read More »
Medical errors injure millions of people each year and cost billions of dollars in increased health costs. Medical malpractice cases stem from serious medical errors, and can have lifelong effects or even result in the death of the patient. Following are some of the most common medical errors. Medication Errors. Medication errors can include anything… Read More »
Medical malpractice is a serious problem in the United States. In fact, following heart disease and cancer, it is the third leading cause of death. You may not be able to control every facet of your doctor’s treatment, but one thing you can do is keep the lines of communication open. Open communication with your… Read More »
When we think of medical malpractice, we usually think of high-profile cases we see on the news, like a doctor leaving scissors inside a patient or something equally egregious. However, not every medical malpractice act is as obvious as stitching up a patient with tools still inside. Failure to diagnose is one of these instances…. Read More »