Hospital Negligence Lawsuit in Death of Glenn Frey
It is easy to assume that fame and money pave the way for better medical care. That is not necessarily so, as shown by a lawsuit for medical errors and hospital negligence filed by the widow of Glenn Frey, co-founder of the Eagles, an American rock band. In the suit, both the hospital and Mr.…
Read MoreForceps Left in Patient After Medical Procedure
Patients undergo surgical procedures to correct medical issues ranging from minor discomfort to severe conditions. Unfortunately, there are instances when a surgical error occurs resulting in major consequences for patients. In some cases, a mistake during surgery can leave a patient in a worse condition than before their procedure and may even put their life…
Read MoreCar Accidents Caused by Failure to Yield
All drivers have a responsibility to follow the rules of the road. Unfortunately for some drivers, being aware of the law does not necessarily mean that they will obey the rules of the road and follow the law. This can cause major problems on our roadways. For example, if a motorist fails to yield to…
Read MoreBurn Awareness Week
A burn injury is one of the most painful and serious injuries that a person can suffer from, and are the leading cause of accidental fatality and injury across the nation. The recovery from a burn injury often requires multiple surgeries, skin grafts, and physical therapy, as well as medications and frequent doctor visits. The…
Read MoreMan Hit After Standing by Disabled Car in Lawrence Township
A man sustained life-threatening injuries after a car hit him while he was standing beside his disabled car. On Sunday morning, around 2:10 am, the car accident occurred on Interstate 95 in Lawrence Township, New Jersey when a sedan rear-ended one car, which then hit the disabled car, and struck the driver of that car.…
Read MoreTraffic Light Countdown Timers
A recent study found that countdown timers on traffic lights that let motorists know when a light will turn from green to yellow leads to safer responses and fewer car accidents. The study was conducted by researchers at Oregon State University. The research aims for a better understanding of the gray area in red light…
Read MoreHysterectomies and Medical Errors
Many women undergo hysterectomies for benign, non-life-threatening reasons, including fibroids, endometriosis, and prolapse. Physicians may express to their patients that a hysterectomy does not pose long-term health risks. A new study, however, suggests that women who undergo a hysterectomy, even when they keep their ovaries, develop a greater risk for heart disease and other health…
Read MoreWoman Seriously Injured After Car Plows Into Fairfield Hair Salon
A woman sustained serious leg injuries after a car plowed into a hair salon in Fairfield, New Jersey. The 60-year-old woman from Totowa, New Jersey was leaving the hair salon when a car, driven by an 81-year-old woman, slammed into the store, and caused the customer injuries as well as significant property damage to the…
Read MoreADHD Drug Use During Pregnancy
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is estimated to affect approximately three percent of children, teens, and adults worldwide. Yet the use of stimulants, including methylphenidate, amphetamines, and others, to manage ADHD has increased by almost 800 percent between 1995 and 2015. Frighteningly, a recent study in the United States indicates the infants of mothers who…
Read MoreExploding Sunroofs
An investigation by Consumer Reports is drawing attention to the issue of exploding sunroofs in cars. As supersized sunroofs grow in popularity, so does the problem of them shattering without warning, leaving consumers to deal with the expensive repair. Since 2012, consumer complaints to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) have risen dramatically. From…
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