A new law signed by Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham caps damages that victims of medical malpractice in New Mexico can receive from independent healthcare facilities. If this sounds familiar, it should. State legislators and Gov. Grisham did the same thing in 2022. That...
Who coordinates the recalls of dangerous toys?
How safe are your children’s toys? As a parent, you hope the makers of your child’s toys are all acting responsibly. You want them to use safe materials and test the products to ensure they don’t pose any risk. And yet manufacturers recall dozens of unsafe toys every...
Why do some mothers have healthier babies?
Every mother-to-be wants her baby to be healthy. And this desire leads many women to give up alcohol and other unhealthy habits. They give them up to protect their baby’s health. But sometimes, the mother’s actions aren’t enough. Indeed, the Centers for Disease...
How do I make sure my public swimming pool is safe?
Heading to the pool is a great way to spend time on a hot day. Whether your pool is at your apartment building, or in your local neighborhood, it’s important to know that it’s safe. Here are a few quick ways to know that your local pool is following safety standards....
Medication errors are far more common than you may realize
In 2016, Johns Hopkins Medicine released a study that claimed medical errors were the third leading cause of death in the United States. While medication errors represent only a fraction of all fatal medical errors, there are plenty of ways medication errors can also...
What can medical malpractice victims get for compensation?
New Mexico lawmakers recently voted down a bill that would have capped some medical malpractice awards at $750,000. The bill aimed to help clinics and smaller healthcare providers who sometimes struggle with the cost of insurance. However, lawmakers ultimately decided...
Do you have a valid medical malpractice claim?
Healthcare providers can be held responsible for the harm suffered by a patient due to medical negligence. Therefore, you may wonder if you have a valid claim after a medical procedure yielded unexpected results or if you experienced an adverse outcome after receiving...
A prompt cancer diagnosis is critical
One of the most important things with a cancer diagnosis is to make it as early as possible. Medical experts agree that early detection gives people the absolute best chance of recovery. A big reason for this is that cancer becomes vastly more difficult to treat as it...
Traumatic effects of closed brain injuries
A closed brain injury occurs when the brain sustains damage due to a forceful impact without the skull being penetrated. Closed brain injuries can result from a variety of causes, including slip-and-falls, sports-related injuries and physical assaults. The dangers...
Why prolonged labor is so dangerous for baby and mother
Having a baby is one of the most exciting and rewarding experiences a family can have. There was a time when pregnancy was very dangerous for both mother and child. Fortunately, through advances in medical technology, most births go relatively smoothly. That being...