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Patients generally trust the doctors who treat them. While the vast majority of doctors take patient care seriously, some are not as safety-conscious as they should be. When medical professionals are negligent, patients can suffer harm, which could lead to grounds...
Medical malpractice is far more common than many people assume. A 2016 study from Johns Hopkins Medicine determined that medical errors were the third-leading cause of death in the United States, behind heart disease and cancer. The study calculated that almost 10% of...
Motorcycle crashes can cause catastrophic injuries, which in turn, can cause missed work and massive medical bills. Often, motorcycle crashes also result in extensive property damage. Frequently, motorcyclists are not to blame for the wreck but faced with large bills,...
When someone in your family dies because of lawbreaking or negligence on someone else's part, your entire family suffers, not just the person who dies. Iowa protects the victims of criminal actions and negligence by letting them file a personal injury lawsuit against...
Modern cars are equipped with a variety of safety features, including airbags. While these can go a long way in saving your life in the event of a serious accident, they also pose a threat to your health if you don’t know what you’re doing. Airbags save lives, but you...
Dog bites are a significant problem when they happen. Even seemingly minor puncture wounds could cause life-threatening infections. That’s why these bites should always be taken seriously. There is a reason why dogs often cause catastrophic injuries when they attack....
How do you know if your surgeon is competent? Most of the time, patients don’t have long relationships with their surgeons. Most patients are referred to a surgeon by their primary care doctor or specialist. In fact, they likely will meet the surgeon just once for a...
People consider many factors when thinking about the odds that a car accident will turn fatal, from the safety rating of the car to the speed at which the crash occurs to whether or not those in the car are wearing seat belts. One thing that they may need to consider...
The Department of Transportation (DOT) recently changed the hours of service regulations to which truckers must comply. These regulations are meant to ensure that the truckers don’t drive too many hours or work too many non-driving hours before getting back behind the...
Dogs are normally friendly, loving animals. Unfortunately, even the most docile pet can become aggressive when it is sick or injured, scared or upset. This year, as you’re traveling for the holidays, it’s important to remember how you can avoid dog bites when you’re...
