In the wake of an unusual death, it is typical for a coroner to perform or order an autopsy. An autopsy is a medical procedure with the intention of determining the cause of death and other details surrounding a case. In the event of a motor vehicle accident, an autopsy may provide key evidence for […]
Children have a higher risk of injury in an accident than their adult counterparts. When parents do not use child car seats, booster seats or appropriate seat belts for children, their risk increases drastically. While the car seat may protect your child during a severe accident, you do not want to continue using the car […]
There is always some risk when you undergo surgery, even in a modern medical environment where skilled surgeons are present. One such risk comes from the irresponsible use of anesthesia. The purpose of anesthetic drugs is to reduce your sense of pain and overall awareness so that you may undergo surgery without discomfort. Serious problems […]
Drivers understand that drowsy driving puts them at significant risk for injury. But what about microsleeping? This problem goes hand-in-hand with drowsy driving, and yet fewer people know about it. Why microsleeping is a problem WebMD discusses microsleeping as a problem drowsy drivers face. First, what is microsleeping? This happens when a person has not […]
Fetal distress, or non-reassuring fetal status, occurs during pregnancy or labor when oxygen levels in the uterus fall below normal. Signs of fetal distress include early labor pains, decreased movement in the womb and breathing troubles. Without detection and attention from qualified medical professionals, fetal distress and birth injury can result in several life-altering complications. Cerebral palsy […]
Any type of traffic collision has the potential to result in serious injuries, but if you become involved in a large truck accident you are especially likely to face devastating consequences. On top of the sheer size of trucks, other factors can increase the severity of a collision, such as the amount of time it […]
Big rigs traverse Pennsylvania highways on their way to destinations across the nation every day. Given their size and the weight of their loads, a truck crash in any capacity can have a devastating outcome. Understanding which factors increase your risk of crashing when you drive a big truck can help you stay safer. Your […]
As a patient, you put your health and your life in the hands of your doctors. If doctors do not treat you seriously or practice due diligence in diagnosing you, they can miss serious diagnoses like cancer. As medical treatment advances, many cancer patients have a more positive prognosis than in the past. Unfortunately, when […]
Medical malpractice is a specialized area of tort law that addresses professional negligence by healthcare providers. In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, as in most American jurisdictions, the legal framework for these claims is designed to balance the rights of injured patients with the practicalities of medical practice. To successfully litigate a medical malpractice case in […]
Now more than ever, hospitals across the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania suffer from overcrowding and understaffing. From the major medical hubs in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh to smaller community clinics in rural counties, this combined issue makes it difficult for both staff and patients alike. Unfortunately, understaffing is a known catalyst for negligence, and in the high-stakes […]