There is a worldwide movement to eliminate traffic fatalities, it’s called Vision Zero. An important piece of the puzzle is improving pedestrian safety. To do that we must focus on intersection design. So far that has been an insanely slow and costly process that relies on people dying so that the data can be collected. […]
Motorcycle Accidents: Brain Trauma and Your Legal Rights
February 10, 2017 By
You probably ride a motorcycle because you love the thrill of being out on the open road, feeling the breeze through your hair, and enjoying that inexplicable freedom that only a motorcycle can give. However, you should also realize that enjoying the ride comes with safety concerns. On average, there are 27 times more fatalities […]
3T Heater-Cooler Systems Lawsuits – What You Need to Know
January 27, 2017 By
A number of open heart surgery patients have been shown to have developed severe infections from the non-tuberculous mycobacteria, Mycobacterium chimaera (or M. Chimera). The infection has been shown to be potentially life threatening and has been linked to issues with the 3T Heater-Cooler systems used in operating rooms. Problematic Heater-Cooler systems Various machines are […]
Largest Settlement Ever in a Non-Fatal Police Shooting – Why it Matters
January 25, 2017 By
On January 6, 2017, it was announced that the City of Philadelphia will pay $4.4 million to an innocent man who was permanently injured after plainclothes police officers fired 14 rounds into his vehicle, striking him multiple times, in what the police commissioner called a, “tragic misunderstanding.” It is the largest settlement ever, in a […]
Pre-existing Injury – How it will affect your Car Accident Claim
January 23, 2017 By
Being injured is a normal part of life. If you are lucky you’re injuries will heal quickly and you can forget about them completely. However, some people have to live with their injuries for the rest of their lives. Injuries such as knee or shoulder injuries from sports activities or chronic back pain developed from […]
Infections and Birth Injury
January 18, 2017 By
While the fetus is in utero, the mother’s immune system helps to protect the developing child from infections. Such infections can be caused by a variety of harmful influences, including bacteria, fungi, viruses, protozoa, and other potentially harmful microscopic organisms. It is the job of trained medical professionals to help pregnant women mitigate the dangers […]
Auto Accident Claim – What Your Attorney Needs to Know
January 16, 2017 By
Have you been involved in a car accident? Chances are you’re not sure what to do next. If you want to ensure that you are compensated for damage or injuries resulting from the accident, it is important to seek the services of an attorney before talking to an insurance adjuster. How an Attorney Can Help? […]
Prolonged Labor and Birth Injury
January 12, 2017 By
Everyone has heard stories about women who have gone into labor and spent hours upon hours delivering their babies. But despite the difficulties of such instances, these situations usually still fall within normal birthing times. However, when a woman’s labor lasts too long, a dangerous medical situation can result for her and the baby. It […]
Fetal Distress and Cerebral Palsy
January 10, 2017 By
Fetal distress is a term used to describe the situation in which a fetus does not receive enough oxygen, whether during pregnancy or during the birthing process. When a fetus, or baby, suffers from a lack of oxygen (asphyxia), the results can be devastating. For this reason, medical professionals such as the doctors and nurses […]
