There is nothing more tragic or more devastating than the wrongful death of a child. Whether they are lost to a sudden accident or succumbed to injuries resulting from a medical error, parents deserve the chance to hold the responsible party accountable for their negligence. By filing a wrongful death of a child claim , the surviving family can pursue compensation for the loss of their child. If ...
Cerebral palsy is an umbrella term that encompasses a number of disorders that affect a person’s ability to move. These disorders occur due to damage to a baby’s developing brain during pregnancy or shortly after birth. Cerebral palsy can affect people in many ways, and often affects the person’s control over their body. This is a permanent condition, though some of the effects may worsen or ...
Cerebral palsy is a medical condition which will last a lifetime. Those who have been diagnosed with cerebral palsy will require ongoing an extensive medical care. Frequently, sufferers of cerebral palsy will also face other medical issues, including vision and hearing impairment, cognitive challenges, and seizures. This condition is the result of brain damage which occurs during pregnancy, during ...
If you’ve been injured, it is likely that you’re facing serious medical expenses, extensive treatment, and other losses, including wages, property, and transportation. You deserve compensation for your losses, but getting that compensation involves navigating the complexities of injury law. It might be surprising to learn that it is difficult to recover the full value of your claim, especially if ...
Millions of children and teens play a sport or join an athletic team at some point in their lives. Sports are often touted as a great way for youngsters to get exercise and learn valuable skills, such as dedication, teamwork, and self-confidence. Unfortunately, injuries are also a part of athletic activities. While bumps and bruises may not be much to worry about, traumatic brain injuries, ...
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said that a recent recall of drugs used to control high blood pressure and prevent heart failure was due to an impurity that could possibly cause cancer. According to the FDA, the products they recalled may contain N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA), a possible human carcinogen. Major Pharmaceuticals, Solco Healthcare, and Teva Pharmaceuticals Industries Ltd. were ...
The opioid epidemic has swept across the nation, reaching into all socio-economic groups and crossing ethnic lines. It has resulted in more than half a million deaths since it began, and it is expected to cause another 650,000 fatalities in the next 10 years. How did this epidemic begin, and who is responsible for fueling this deadly crisis? The Start of the Opioid Epidemic The opioid epidemic ...
Multidistrict litigation (MDL) allows courts to consolidate many similar cases into one action. This simplifies and speeds up the discovery and pretrial process, allowing the courts to avoid conflicting rulings, inconsistent pretrial obligations, and duplicate discovery. It also ensures consistency and accuracy of evidence, and allows plaintiffs to enjoy a more efficient process overall. In ...
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said that a recent recall of drugs used to control high blood pressure and prevent heart failure was due to an impurity that could possibly cause cancer. According to the FDA, the products they recalled may contain N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA), a possible human carcinogen. Major Pharmaceuticals, Solco Healthcare, and Teva Pharmaceuticals Industries Ltd. were ...
Recently, the FDA sent out a letter to health care providers that gives new safety recommendations for neurovascular stents that are used for stent-assisted coiling (SAC) of brain aneurysms. According to the FDA, the agency received reports about neurovascular stents that suggest some instances of peri-procedural stroke and/or death might have been related to procedural risks or factors related to ...
With millions of vehicles on the road in the U.S., it isn’t surprising that the number of auto recalls being made by manufacturers has risen slightly in recent years. What is surprising is how many car owners ignore these recalls and skip the necessary repairs. When a recall goes out for a potentially dangerous issue, many car owners may find themselves at risk—and not even realize it. It’s ...
Dogs are often called “man’s best friend,” but that doesn’t mean that every dog is a friendly one. Even the best dogs can bite when feeling scared or aggravated, but that doesn’t mean that a dog attack is a small matter. While anyone can be bitten by a dog, children are often at the highest risk for these attacks. There is a multitude of reasons for this. Often, small children may not have the ...
There is nothing more tragic or more devastating than the wrongful death of a child. Whether they are lost to a sudden accident or succumbed to injuries resulting from a medical error, parents deserve the chance to hold the responsible party accountable for their negligence. By filing a wrongful death of a child claim , the surviving family can pursue compensation for the loss of their child. If ...
Recently, the FDA sent out a letter to health care providers that gives new safety recommendations for neurovascular stents that are used for stent-assisted coiling (SAC) of brain aneurysms. According to the FDA, the agency received reports about neurovascular stents that suggest some instances of peri-procedural stroke and/or death might have been related to procedural risks or factors related to ...
As a patient, you expect that your doctor will do everything they can to ensure that you are quickly diagnosed and receive the appropriate medical care. In some instances, however, it is possible that your doctor may not perform these duties with the care and competency that they should. Many medical malpractice claims involve misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis. What Do I Need to Prove for My ...
Multidistrict litigation (MDL) allows courts to consolidate many similar cases into one action. This simplifies and speeds up the discovery and pretrial process, allowing the courts to avoid conflicting rulings, inconsistent pretrial obligations, and duplicate discovery. It also ensures consistency and accuracy of evidence, and allows plaintiffs to enjoy a more efficient process overall. In ...
The opioid epidemic has swept across the nation, reaching into all socio-economic groups and crossing ethnic lines. It has resulted in more than half a million deaths since it began, and it is expected to cause another 650,000 fatalities in the next 10 years. How did this epidemic begin, and who is responsible for fueling this deadly crisis? The Start of the Opioid Epidemic The opioid epidemic ...
Multidistrict litigation (MDL) allows courts to consolidate many similar cases into one action. This simplifies and speeds up the discovery and pretrial process, allowing the courts to avoid conflicting rulings, inconsistent pretrial obligations, and duplicate discovery. It also ensures consistency and accuracy of evidence, and allows plaintiffs to enjoy a more efficient process overall. In ...
The opioid epidemic has resulted in more than half a million fatalities since 2000, and it is expected to cause another 650,000 deaths over the course of 10 years. Pharmaceutical manufacturers and distributors have pushed the sale of prescription opioids, claiming they are safe, effective, and all-purpose pain relief solutions. However, they failed to provide adequate warning about the serious ...
Millions of children and teens play a sport or join an athletic team at some point in their lives. Sports are often touted as a great way for youngsters to get exercise and learn valuable skills, such as dedication, teamwork, and self-confidence. Unfortunately, injuries are also a part of athletic activities. While bumps and bruises may not be much to worry about, traumatic brain injuries, ...
There is nothing more tragic or more devastating than the wrongful death of a child. Whether they are lost to a sudden accident or succumbed to injuries resulting from a medical error, parents deserve the chance to hold the responsible party accountable for their negligence. By filing a wrongful death of a child claim , the surviving family can pursue compensation for the loss of their child. If ...
The Missouri personal injury attorney you choose to handle your injury claim needs to be your steadfast legal advocate. Perhaps more importantly, they need to be aligned with your objectives, understand what you expect, and do whatever they can to deliver. How can you be certain your lawyer has what it takes to meet all of these expectations and then some? Start by asking a series of questions ...
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said that a recent recall of drugs used to control high blood pressure and prevent heart failure was due to an impurity that could possibly cause cancer. According to the FDA, the products they recalled may contain N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA), a possible human carcinogen. Major Pharmaceuticals, Solco Healthcare, and Teva Pharmaceuticals Industries Ltd. were ...
With millions of vehicles on the road in the U.S., it isn’t surprising that the number of auto recalls being made by manufacturers has risen slightly in recent years. What is surprising is how many car owners ignore these recalls and skip the necessary repairs. When a recall goes out for a potentially dangerous issue, many car owners may find themselves at risk—and not even realize it. It’s ...
Nearly any product can have a defect, and while most things we interact with on a daily basis are safe, it only takes one damaged of faulty product to cause serious harm. If you’ve been injured by a defectively designed or manufactured product , you have the right to receive compensation. From whom, though, is another issue. Before you can file a claim, you will need to first determine who may be ...
With millions of vehicles on the road in the U.S., it isn’t surprising that the number of auto recalls being made by manufacturers has risen slightly in recent years. What is surprising is how many car owners ignore these recalls and skip the necessary repairs. When a recall goes out for a potentially dangerous issue, many car owners may find themselves at risk—and not even realize it. It’s ...
When you purchase a car, you assume that your vehicle has been rigorously inspected before making its way to the dealership. Unfortunately, there are have been many cases where auto defects have resulted in injuries, deaths, and recalls. In 2016, a record-high 53.2 million vehicles were recalled in the United States. Furthermore, one in four vehicles currently on the road has an open recall. The ...
Phillips Company has issued a voluntary recall of topical antibiotics produced by the company. The recall comes after an FDA inspection uncovered a number of manufacturing procedures which may compromise the safety of the medications made by the firm for the past 3 years. These practices were not adequate to control the quality and consistency of the product. This may have affected the safety and ...
Millions of children and teens play a sport or join an athletic team at some point in their lives. Sports are often touted as a great way for youngsters to get exercise and learn valuable skills, such as dedication, teamwork, and self-confidence. Unfortunately, injuries are also a part of athletic activities. While bumps and bruises may not be much to worry about, traumatic brain injuries, ...
There is nothing more tragic or more devastating than the wrongful death of a child. Whether they are lost to a sudden accident or succumbed to injuries resulting from a medical error, parents deserve the chance to hold the responsible party accountable for their negligence. By filing a wrongful death of a child claim , the surviving family can pursue compensation for the loss of their child. If ...
