Month: May 2017
Advocate for women with cancer after morcellation dies of cancer
In 2013, Dr. Amy Reed had her uterus removed because of fibroids. Unbeknownst to her, the surgeon used a power morcellator for the procedure. Only after she was stricken with upstaged uterine leiomyosarcoma did she…
Read MoreWhat truckers need to know about required electronic driving logs
It seems like a week rarely passes without news of a horrific crash involving a semi-truck. There are a number of reasons for this, including driver fatigue, the risk of driving such a large vehicle…
Read MoreHow can I protect my parent from nursing home abuse?
Placing your elderly parent into a nursing home in Greenville was no easy decision. You researched your options well and chose a place that you believed was the safest place for your parent to receive…
Read MoreSharing the road with large trucks
The sight of a big rig looming up in the next lane can make most drivers nervous. There are several good reasons for this reaction. When trucks get into accidents, the fatality and serious injury…
Read MoreKnow these tips for safely sharing the road with truckers
Vehicles come in all shapes and sizes, from semi-trucks to automobiles to motorcycles. As large trucks have their own set of driving standards and requirements, they are often involved in accidents with smaller vehicles. In…
Read MoreSigns your loved one may be suffering from nursing home abuse
As your elderly loved ones live out the final years of their life, they deserve dignity and care. Unfortunately, many families are ill-equipped to deal with the medical, emotional and physical needs that the aging…
Read More3 warning signs of nursing home neglect
While nursing home abuse is sometimes characterized by intentional violence, it often takes the form of neglect. Intentional and unintentional neglect can cause serious problems for your loved one. Your loved one is in a…
Read MoreFactors that contribute to staffing issues in nursing homes
If you are comparing nursing homes for a relative, staffing numbers are one thing you are likely assessing. The number of staff members is important because overwhelmed or undertrained staffers can be stretched thin and…
Read MoreCar accidents can cause traumatic brain injury
A car crash can cause a variety of injuries. One of the most serious can be traumatic brain injury. TBI typically occurs as a result of a violent impact on the brain; thus, car accidents…
Read MoreMedication errors can lead to compensation claims
Our previous blog post discussed the case of the woman who was burned from the inside out due to a medication that she was prescribed. This woman now has to deal with severe disfigurement and…
Read MoreDosing error leads to a woman suffering severe burns
Imagine taking medications to make you feel better only to find out after a few days that the medication is actually burning you from the inside out. This is exactly what a young woman from…
Read MoreDo you cringe when you see a construction zone up ahead?
If you find driving in a construction zone to be an unpleasant prospect, you are far from alone. There is no doubt that construction zones are a pain for many drivers. They slow traffic, thus…
Read MoreHow hypoxia can evolve into a permanent disability for infants
During the course of its delivery, a baby may not receive the necessary oxygen it needs for its brain to continue functioning optimally. This puts the child at an increased risk for a number of…
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