You have probably heard that you should be sure to wash any dog bites thoroughly, even if the dog only gave you a tiny nip. Yet you might not realize exactly what type of infection you are trying to prevent by doing this. Dogs can cause several serious infections...
Was your doctor distracted by their cellphone?
You probably know that many distracted drivers are using their cellphones behind the wheel. It has become a significant problem as drivers type or read text messages, browse social media, or even take pictures and videos. These drivers often cause serious car...
5 reasons slip and fall claims are not as simple as they seem
A slip and fall often looks like a brief, isolated moment of misfortune. Yet for the person who suffers the injury, the consequences can unfold over weeks or even months. What begins as a single incident may quickly evolve into a series of medical visits, missed...
3 playground dangers children face
Playgrounds at schools and public parks give children an opportunity to socialize and exercise. They are also a potential source of risk. Children who get too wild can injure themselves, and poor facility maintenance may increase that risk. The injuries that children...
Doctors are more likely to miss heart attacks in women than men
A misdiagnosed heart attack can be an extremely serious risk. Often, prompt medical attention is necessary when someone is experiencing a heart attack. Without it, they could die even if they have been rushed to an emergency medical center. For example, a woman may...
What is the mandatory review process for New Mexico malpractice claims?
If you or a loved one suffers an injury due to potential medical negligence, your legal path in New Mexico follows a specific route. You need to know the unique rules governing medical malpractice claims in our state. Your journey starts not in court, but with a...
Seeking compensation when your brain injury plateaus
If you suffer a traumatic brain injury (TBI), you may be interested in seeking financial compensation if someone else was responsible for that injury. Perhaps a doctor made a mistake during surgery, for instance, making it a case of medical malpractice. You needed...
3 times a wrongful death lawsuit against a business is possible
A wrongful death lawsuit may follow a person's premature death. If there is evidence that one specific party is responsible for a person's death, a wrongful death lawsuit could be an option. Many wrongful death lawsuits name individuals as defendants. However,...
When overreliance on AI leads to medical errors
Artificial intelligence has become increasingly integrated into modern medical approaches. This is understandable. After all, from reading imaging scans to predicting patient outcomes, AI systems are designed to improve efficiency and accuracy. Yet, as hospitals and...
Are large dogs more aggressive than small dog breeds?
Many people have a significant amount of fear around large breeds of dogs. They worry that they are going to be attacked, and parents may be very concerned about their children. This concern is understandable. Statistics do show that large breeds are responsible for...