It’s natural to feel like you should run away from a dangerous dog when it approaches you. If you’re out for a walk and someone’s dog charges out of their backyard, you may be tempted to turn and run the other way down the sidewalk. However, this is not a good idea...
Property owners and businesses have a basic duty to the public. They generally need to maintain business facilities and rental homes so that they don't present any obvious safety hazards. Property owners and business occupants may have premises liability in cases...
Spinal cord injuries are among the most devastating medical challenges people may ever face. The medical consequences of a spinal cord injury include a loss of physical sensation and motor control. People focusing on their physical healing and emotional needs after...
When the summer sun is shining, playgrounds become the perfect place for kids to run, climb and play. But amid the laughter and games, injuries can happen in an instant, and sometimes with serious consequences. No child heads to the park expecting to end up in the...
Proper medical care doesn’t end when a procedure is over. Aftercare is a key part of the recovery process. It involves monitoring, guidance and support that help patients heal safely and avoid complications. Below are some key aspects of aftercare in medical...
A mother who goes into the hospital to have a baby usually expects that everything will go as planned. She likely thinks that she’ll have her little bundle of joy and go home in a few days. Most women don’t go to labor and delivery thinking that something...
When people think of medical malpractice, they understandably tend to imagine adults suffering from surgical errors or misdiagnosed illnesses. After all, medical errors are a leading cause of death among adults. But children are just as vulnerable—sometimes even more...
Outpatient surgery centers are sometimes referred to as ambulatory surgical centers. They offer a convenient option for many types of procedures, and some patients prefer them because they’re often less costly than having surgery in a hospital. The procedures at these...
Albuquerque is already grappling with temperatures rising into the high 80s. As May 29 is the last day of school for students in the Albuquerque public schools, parents will soon be faced with bored kids looking to cool off and have fun by going swimming. Pools are a...
Losing a loved one unexpectedly can leave families with unbearable grief. When the death was caused by someone else's carelessness or wrongful actions, it may also bring financial stress and unanswered questions. In New Mexico, the law allows certain family members...