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Patient Safety Blog

Covers healthcare, disclosure, medical error, product safety, standard of care, surgery, and travel risks. By Patrick Malone.

http://www.protectpatientsblog.com/

Sep 20
In hurricanes’ wake, new concerns about elderly and tainted water

In hurricanes’ wake, new concerns about elderly and tainted water

Although Hurricanes Harvey and Irma have stormed off into the record books, their harms, particularly to health, persist for Texans, Floridians, and residents of the Caribbean. Recovery and return to normalcy will take the ravaged areas…
Sep 19
‘Poor me’ cries from Big Pharma, medical device makers? They’re bunk

‘Poor me’ cries from Big Pharma, medical device makers? They’re bunk

Big Pharma and medical device makers have mastered the art of crying “Poor me!” complaining without end about the time and costs of getting products to the market and the need for regulators to lighten up. New information,…
Sep 18
GOP senators trying to sneak in one more push to repeal, replace Obamacare

GOP senators trying to sneak in one more push to repeal, replace Obamacare

As the 40th President of the United States used to mutter, well, there they go again. The Republicans in the 115th Congress apparently will make another go at repealing and replacing the Affordable Care Act, what may be their 70-something…

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New York Injury Cases Blog

Covers pain and suffering verdicts and settlements. By John M. Hochfelder.

http://www.newyorkinjurycasesblog.com/

Sep 11
Substantial Pain and Suffering Award Affirmed in Pedestrian Knockdown Case

Substantial Pain and Suffering Award Affirmed in Pedestrian Knockdown Case

On April 6, 2011, at about 9:30 p.m., Claudia Shepherd was struck and run over by a sanitation truck in the crosswalk at the intersection of Nostrand Avenue and Fulton Street in Brooklyn. The driver fled the scene but an eyewitness chased the…
Sep 2
Significant Award for Future Medical Expenses Affirmed despite Modest Awards for Pain and Suffering in Car Crash Case

Significant Award for Future Medical Expenses Affirmed despite Modest Awards for Pain and Suffering in Car Crash Case

On August 7, 2010, Anil Sehgal was preparing to stop at a red light at the intersection of Fifth Avenue and West 57th Street in Manhattan when his car was struck from behind by another vehicle. Mr. Sehgal’s wife, Renu, was in the…
Aug 24
Huge Increase in Pain and Suffering Damages Award for Construction Worker in Ladder Fall Accident

Huge Increase in Pain and Suffering Damages Award for Construction Worker in Ladder Fall Accident

On June 3, 2005 Carlos Cano fell to the ground from the fourth rung of an unsecured ladder he was using to caulk the exterior walls of a gas station construction site in Cortlandt Manor. Mr. Cano, then 33 years old, had been employed by the…

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Philadelphia Injury Lawyer Blog

Discusses accidents and injuries. By Edith A. Pearce.

http://philadelphiainjurylawyerblog.com/

Sep 15
Negligent Security at Philadelphia Hotel

Negligent Security at Philadelphia Hotel

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Aug 31
Did a DUI driver Really Hit 27 Cars?

Did a DUI driver Really Hit 27 Cars?

Warning: call_user_func_array() expects parameter 1 to be a valid callback, function 'wb_excerpt' not found or invalid function name in /home/philade6/public_html/wp-includes/class-wp-hook.php on line 300On Saturday, August 26, 2017, a man…
Nov 27
Red Light Cameras Reduce Traffic Accident

Red Light Cameras Reduce Traffic Accident

Warning: call_user_func_array() expects parameter 1 to be a valid callback, function 'wb_excerpt' not found or invalid function name in /home/philade6/public_html/wp-includes/class-wp-hook.php on line 300Government studies estimate that…

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Salmonella Blog

Provides surveillance and analysis on salmonella news and outbreaks. By Marler Clark.

http://www.salmonellablog.com/

Sep 12
Papaya Salmonella Outbreak Spread

Papaya Salmonella Outbreak Spread

This outbreak is one of four separate outbreaks currently under investigation that are linked to imported Maradol papayas from Mexico This past spring, CDC, public health and regulatory officials in several states, and the U.S.…
Sep 1
Mexican Papayas Sicken 201 with Salmonella

Mexican Papayas Sicken 201 with Salmonella

A total of 201 people infected with the outbreak strains of Salmonella Thompson (131), Salmonella Kiambu (57), Salmonella Agona (8), or Salmonella Gaminara (5) have been reported from 23 states.…
Aug 18
Salmonella Papaya Outbreak Spike

Salmonella Papaya Outbreak Spike

A total of 173 people infected with the outbreak strains of Salmonella Kiambu (51), Salmonella Thompson (111), Salmonella Agona (7), or Salmonella Gaminara (4) have been reported from 21 states. …

Rank this Week: 973

Blane Law Blog

Covers personal injury law. By Mark C. Blane.

http://www.blanelaw.com/blog

Jun 27
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May 26
Two Successive Car Collisions Results In Great Settlement

Two Successive Car Collisions Results In Great Settlement

I represented a 34 year-old female Restaurant Manager injured in two successive preventable car collisions. Each collision occurred approximately 9 months from one another so technically, my client was still in medical care from the first…
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Chicago Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer…

Chicago Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer Blog

Covers elder abuse, medical malpractice and nursing home abuse and neglect. By Law Offices of Steven J. Malman & Associates P.C.

http://www.chicagonursinghomeabuselawyerblog.com/

Aug 25
Is it Medical Malpractice or Just a Bad Outcome?

Is it Medical Malpractice or Just a Bad Outcome?

An illness or injury is traumatic even when you receive care in a state-of-the-art hospital, with highly regarded physicians. Sadly, the problems you have might be compounded if a doctor or nurse makes a mistake and your condition becomes…
Aug 18
Are Fidget Spinners a Serious Risk for Your Child’s Safety?

Are Fidget Spinners a Serious Risk for Your Child’s Safety?

If you follow the news, you might have noticed one popular trend is already on its way out. The fidget spinners, which debuted and exploded earlier this year are now under heavy scrutiny by safety organizations and parents alike. Some…
Aug 11
What New Car Technology Might Prevent Accidents in the Future?

What New Car Technology Might Prevent Accidents in the Future?

While the idea of vehicles that can drive themselves is still well off in the future, other types of technology have emerged that could dramatically reduce car accidents. Naturally, car accidents will still heavily rely on motorists, how they…

Rank this Week: 982

David M. Benenfeld Blog

Covers Florida accidents and injury law.

http://www.injurylawservice.com/blog/

Sep 18
Are You an Independent Contractor or Employee? It Matters with Workers’ Compensation

Are You an Independent Contractor or Employee? It Matters with Workers’ Compensation

The difference between employee and an independent contractor might not matter initially. However, if you are injured at work, that distinction would matter a great deal. An employee is eligible for workers’ compensation coverage.…
Sep 11
5 Reasons to Hire a Workers’ Compensation Attorne

5 Reasons to Hire a Workers’ Compensation Attorne

After being injured on the job, you might feel like you have nowhere to turn. You want to know your rights under the Florida Workers’ Compensation Act, but you do not know if you need an attorney to explore those rights. Injured workers…
Sep 4
Do I Need a Lawyer to File a Claim with Homeowner’s Insurance?

Do I Need a Lawyer to File a Claim with Homeowner’s Insurance?

Homeowner’s insurance is there to help when you have a claim for your house, but also if you are injured at another homeowner’s house. To submit a claim, you must go through a specific process, but also deal with the claims…

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Chicago Car Accident Lawyer Blog

Covers car accidents, truck accidents, and personal injury law in Illinois. By Levin & Perconti.

http://www.chicagocaraccidentlawyerblog.com/

Aug 14
Jeep Holds Top 2 Spots on List of Cars with Safety Issue

Jeep Holds Top 2 Spots on List of Cars with Safety Issue

The latest quarterly report from the Safety Institute’s Vehicle Safety Watch List shows that Jeep’s 2014 and 2015 Grand Cherokee 4×4’s are holding onto the top 2 most unsafe car rankings. According to death and…
Mar 23
Safety Institute Lists 15 Cars on Vehicle Safety Watch List, Jeep Takes Top 2 Spot

Safety Institute Lists 15 Cars on Vehicle Safety Watch List, Jeep Takes Top 2 Spot

The Safety Institute has released its Vehicle Safety Watch List, a result of research on the most dangerous vehicles on the road today. The Safety Institute is a non-profit organization committed to advocating for and educating consumers…
Dec 24
Rules Related To Illinois’ Auto Insurance

Rules Related To Illinois’ Auto Insurance

Have you or a loved one been involved in a car accident? If so, you may wonder how auto insurance comes into play. In brief, Illinois is defined as a fault car insurance state. What this means is that the person who is found to be at fault…

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Chicago Car Accident Lawyers Blog

Covers Chicago car, bus, bicycle, truck and pedestrian accidents. By Abels & Annes, P.C.

http://www.chicagocaraccidentlawyersblog.com/

Aug 7
Collisions between a passenger vehicle and…

Collisions between a passenger vehicle and a semi-truck are often catastrophic. One of the most common semi-truck collisions are merging accidents. Semi-truck merging accidents occur frequently in the Chicago and surrounding areas as many…
Jul 7
Preventing Head-On Collisions in Chicago

Preventing Head-On Collisions in Chicago

A head-on collision is a motor vehicle accident that occurs when two vehicles moving in the opposite direction crash into each other. Head-on collisions have multiple causes, including drunk driving, distracted driving, fatigue, and…
Mar 7
Car Seats Can Prevent Serious Injuries to Children Involved in Car Accident

Car Seats Can Prevent Serious Injuries to Children Involved in Car Accident

Injuries caused by motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death among American children under the age of eight, according to the National Highway Safety Administration. During a car accident, children may be more likely to suffer…

Rank this Week: 1043

New York Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer…

New York Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer Blog

Covers national and New York based elder neglect and nursing home abuse news. Published By Gallivan & Gallivan.

http://www.newyorknursinghomeabuselawyerblog.com/

Aug 20
Lacking Effective Oversight, Nursing Homes Fail Many Patient

Lacking Effective Oversight, Nursing Homes Fail Many Patient

With toothless regulations and ineffective oversight, many nursing homes are still failing the neediest patients. With its budget for overseeing nursing homes slashed in half, the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has failed to…
Aug 8
Drug-Resistant Bacteria on the Rise at Nursing Home

Drug-Resistant Bacteria on the Rise at Nursing Home

In a new study released by Columbia University School of Nursing, a quarter of nursing homes had a “significant presence” of multidrug-resistant bacteria. The study reviewed eight prior studies, and the reported rates of…
Aug 2
Caretaker Charged After Elderly Man Complains of “Being Thrown Around Like a Rag Doll”

Caretaker Charged After Elderly Man Complains of “Being Thrown Around Like a Rag Doll”

A Berkshires caretaker has been charged with elder abuse after an 84-year-old man told hospital staff that his two broken ribs were caused by being “thrown around like a rag doll.” The 52-year-old man, Anthony Marcella II, was…

Rank this Week: 1045

Rhode Island Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers Rhode Island auto accidents, medical malpractice and personal injury law. By Joseph Lamy.

http://www.rhodeislandinjurylawyerblog.com/

Aug 10
SuperLawyers and the Top 2%

SuperLawyers and the Top 2%

I am absolutely honored to say that this year I have been recognized by SuperLawyers as a Rising Star and among the best personal injury attorneys in Rhode Island. SuperLawyers is really the gold standard in identifying the most…
Aug 7
When the End Isn’t Really the End

When the End Isn’t Really the End

Serious injuries, such as broken bones, head trauma, or disc herniations requiring back surgery, are not uncommon experiences following an auto accident or slip and fall. Serious injuries like these can require surgery, sometimes…
Jul 27
Progressive… #1 Insurer and #1 Headache

Progressive… #1 Insurer and #1 Headache

My firm has to deal with Progressive Insurance hundreds of times per year because they are the largest auto insurer in RI. Unfortunately, except for maybe Allstate, they are one of the most difficult insurance companies to work with.…

Rank this Week: 1047

Atlanta Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers personal injury law issues and topics, including medical malpractice, product liability, and discrimination and employment law. By the Law Offices of Robin Frazer Clark.

http://www.atlantainjurylawyerblog.com/

Sep 11
Warning: Equifax’s Free Credit Monitoring is a Scam Itself; It Includes a Waiver of Your Right to a Jury Trial Against Equifax for Their Negligence

Warning: Equifax’s Free Credit Monitoring is a Scam Itself; It Includes a Waiver of Your Right to a Jury Trial Against Equifax for Their Negligence

You probably by now have heard the shocking news that Equifax has been hacked by cyber terrorists which has resulted in the exposure of the personal data and identity of approximately 143 Million people. Now, in an obvious attempt at…
Aug 9
Social Media Strikes Again: Teen Kills Sister While Driving, Films it on Instagram

Social Media Strikes Again: Teen Kills Sister While Driving, Films it on Instagram

In continuing the series of blogs on distracted driving, I saw a heartbreaking story on the news last week that unfortunately fits right in with the other blogs on Texting While Driving and Snapchatting While Driving. An 18 year old girl was…
Jul 24
The Price of a Life: How much money is a life worth?

The Price of a Life: How much money is a life worth?

What is the price of a life lost? Could you put a price tag on your own life or that of a family member, killed at the hands of a negligent defendant? How much would you want people to say your life would have been worth? These are the…

Rank this Week: 1050

Chicago Car Accident Attorneys…

Chicago Car Accident Attorneys Blog

Covers Illinois auto defects, car accidents and catastrophic injuries. By Law Offices of Steven J. Malman & Associates P.C.

http://www.chicagocaraccidentattorneysblog.com/

Apr 28
Illinois Car Crash Lawsuit Alleging Medication Caused 2005 Wrongful Deaths of Mother and Her Baby Still Not Resolved

Illinois Car Crash Lawsuit Alleging Medication Caused 2005 Wrongful Deaths of Mother and Her Baby Still Not Resolved

According to the Daily Chronicle, a settlement has not yet been reached in the Illinois car crash deaths of 18-year-old Amanda Elkins, 18, and her 10-month-old daughter Jazmine Luciano in 2005. Their family believes that Elkins crashed her…
Apr 28
Illinois Car Crash Lawsuit Alleging Medication Caused 2005 Wrongful Deaths of Mother and Her Baby Still Not Resolved

Illinois Car Crash Lawsuit Alleging Medication Caused 2005 Wrongful Deaths of Mother and Her Baby Still Not Resolved

According to the Daily Chronicle, a settlement has not yet been reached in the Illinois car crash deaths of 18-year-old Amanda Elkins, 18, and her 10-month-old daughter Jazmine Luciano in 2005. Their family believes that Elkins crashed her…
Apr 21
Woman Impaled in Lake County, Illinois Car Crash Caused by Tree Branch Sues Property Owner

Woman Impaled in Lake County, Illinois Car Crash Caused by Tree Branch Sues Property Owner

Helen Miller, a Lake Villa woman, is suing Vista Health System Surgery and Treatment Center for her Lake County, Illinois car accident injuries. Miller, 42, was driving in Lindenhurst last October when a tree fell on her car, causing one of…

Rank this Week: 1057

Tennessee Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers accident and injury law issues, cases and news with a focus on Tennessee. By the Higgins Firm.

http://www.tennesseelawblog.com/

Aug 2
Opioid Drug Makers Face a Lawsuit Because of Downplaying the Risks of Addiction

Opioid Drug Makers Face a Lawsuit Because of Downplaying the Risks of Addiction

In 2015, a baby boy only known as ‘Baby Doe’ was born addicted to opioid painkillers. His first few days of life were spent in an agonizing withdrawal in the neo natal unit. Three Tennessee prosecutors and the baby’s…
Jul 28
Physiomesh Hernia Mesh Lawsuits Exceed 80 Pending Cases in Multidistrict Litigation

Physiomesh Hernia Mesh Lawsuits Exceed 80 Pending Cases in Multidistrict Litigation

Since 2016 lawsuits involving hernia mesh developed by Ethicon, Inc. continue to mount. Sold under Physiomesh, the products have raised concern over their safety and ability to reduce the symptoms of a hernia. Multidistrict litigation, on the…
May 21
What Makes a Great Nursing Home and How to Find It

What Makes a Great Nursing Home and How to Find It

Eventually, many of us will spend time living in a nursing home. This does not need to be a negative or stressful transition. Instead, it can be a rewarding and fulfilling experience that also increases a persons’ safety, improves their…

Rank this Week: 1065

Florida Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers car, motorcycle and trucking accidents, including those caused by drunk driving. By Associates and Bruce L. Scheiner, Personal Injury Lawyers, P.A.

http://www.injury-lawyer-florida.com/

Sep 15
Fatal Bedsore Prompts Nursing Home Lawsuit

Fatal Bedsore Prompts Nursing Home Lawsuit

An elderly woman reportedly died after suffering a serious and painful bedsore while in the care of a physician at a nursing home in New Jersey. Media reports are the family of the 90-year-old woman died approximately three months after being…
Sep 11
Hurricane Evacuee Dies in Hit-and-Run Crash

Hurricane Evacuee Dies in Hit-and-Run Crash

As historic Hurricane Irma came barreling toward Southwest Florida, many residents hurried to leave the state. Some were under mandatory evacuation by local and state officials fearing unprecedented and dangerous storm surge. Others were…
Sep 8
Naples DUI Death, Injuries Results in Criminal Conviction

Naples DUI Death, Injuries Results in Criminal Conviction

Many South Florida DUI injury and death cases handled by our dedicated personal injury lawyers occur simultaneously with a pending criminal matter. The two processes are totally separate, and generally do not impact the other. The…

Rank this Week: 1077

Maryland Car Accident Attorney…

Maryland Car Accident Attorney Blog

Covers Maryland news and updates on motor vehicle accidents. Published By Lebowitz & Mzhen.

http://www.marylandcaraccidentattorneyblog.com/

Sep 18
Plaintiff’s Jury Verdict Affirmed in Recent Product Liability Case Against Auto Manufacturer

Plaintiff’s Jury Verdict Affirmed in Recent Product Liability Case Against Auto Manufacturer

Earlier this month, a federal appellate court issued a written opinion that may be of interest to anyone injured in a Maryland car accident due to a dangerous or defective component in a vehicle. In the case, the court affirmed a jury’s…
Sep 11
Appellate Court Refuses to Apply Heightened Standard to Designated Driver in Drunk Driving Accident Case

Appellate Court Refuses to Apply Heightened Standard to Designated Driver in Drunk Driving Accident Case

Earlier this month, a federal appellate court issued a written opinion in an interesting car accident case involving the applicable standard to apply to a designated driver’s conduct in a lawsuit brought against the designated driver by…
Sep 4
Insurance Company Permitted to Question Accident Victims Under Oath Prior to Approval of Claim

Insurance Company Permitted to Question Accident Victims Under Oath Prior to Approval of Claim

Earlier this month, an appellate court in Kentucky issued an interesting opinion in a car accident case that may be of interest to Maryland car accident victims who are considering filing a claim with their insurance company. The case…

Rank this Week: 1087

Oklahoma Law Blog

Covers Oklahoma personal injury and other legal topics. By Atkins and Markoff.

https://www.atkinsandmarkoff.com/blog/

Apr 29
What Does Pain and Suffering Actually Mean?

What Does Pain and Suffering Actually Mean?

“Pain and suffering” is a common term used in personal injury lawsuits in Oklahoma. If you’ve been injured, you’ve experienced some amount of pain and suffering almost by definition. We all know what the words mean,…
Apr 28
7 Simple Tips to Prepare for a Social Security Disability Hearing

7 Simple Tips to Prepare for a Social Security Disability Hearing

If you’re an Oklahoman struggling with a serious disability, you know that applying for SSD is a complex and draining process. Many disabled Americans rely on social security disability to manage their daily lives, and the stress of not…
Apr 27
The First 48 Hours After You’ve Been Arrested for a DUI

The First 48 Hours After You’ve Been Arrested for a DUI

Being arrested for a DUI offense in Oklahoma is a stressful and traumatic event. During the arrest and in the hours and days afterwards, you’re likely to face challenges both legal and emotional. Fortunately, you’re not alone. DUI…

Rank this Week: 1092

Maritime & Boating Accident Lawyer…

Maritime & Boating Accident Lawyer News

Covers boating accident and fishermen injury news. By Brais Brais Rusak.

https://news.braislaw.com

Jul 19
Florida Jet Ski Accident Attorneys Defeat Attempt to Dismiss Negligence Per Se Claim

Florida Jet Ski Accident Attorneys Defeat Attempt to Dismiss Negligence Per Se Claim

Our Florida Jet Ski accident attorneys handle many different types of personal watercraft injury cases. These cases range from negligently conducted Jet Ski tours to improper personal watercraft design. In this case, we represent a person who…
Jun 5
Florida Personal Watercraft Injury Release Found Unenforceable

Florida Personal Watercraft Injury Release Found Unenforceable

Our Florida personal watercraft injury lawyers were recently successful in convincing a court that a release was legally insufficient and, therefore, unenforceable. Facts of the Case Our client and her boyfriend were staying at the…
Apr 25
After Multiple Drownings and Near-Drownings Norwegian and Royal Caribbean Finally Hire Lifeguard

After Multiple Drownings and Near-Drownings Norwegian and Royal Caribbean Finally Hire Lifeguard

Earlier this year, Royal Caribbean announced its implementation of a new water safety program fleet wide starting with Oasis of the Seas. The program includes stationing of lifeguards trained by StarGuard Elite at every pool including…

Rank this Week: 1096

Sansone & Lauber Blog

Covers personal injury topics.

http://www.sansonelaw.com/blog/

Sep 11
$100,000.00 Verdict – Dead Tree Branch @ Park

$100,000.00 Verdict – Dead Tree Branch @ Park

“If it predictable its preventable”, as the cartoon above illustrates. Bottom Line: Dead tree branches fall, it is predictable and therefore dead tree branches must be removed form over designated camp sites. If not,…
Aug 16
Drugged Driving Crash Devastates Jerseyville Illinois Family

Drugged Driving Crash Devastates Jerseyville Illinois Family

Our clients, the Emersons, are the victims of a terrible St Louis area car accident caused by what appears to be a drugged driver. The video below is a heartbreaking story of how a alleged drugged driver ruined the birthday... The post…
Aug 1
Missouri “No Play, No Pay” law is Unconstitutional

Missouri “No Play, No Pay” law is Unconstitutional

Missouri’s “no play no pay” law RSMo 303.390.1 has been held unconstitutional by a Missouri court., Gilmore v. Page, 17PT-CC00092 (2017). No pay no play unconstitutional. Under § 303.390, uninsured motorists waive the…

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San Diego Injury Law Blog

Covers California personal injury law, as ell as motor vehicle accident, dog bite and defective product news. By Walton Law Firm.

http://www.legalpad.com/

Sep 8
Could Poway Children be Suffering Injuries from the Food Products They Consume?

Could Poway Children be Suffering Injuries from the Food Products They Consume?

When parents in Poway and throughout Southern California buy food products for their kids, they should be able to expect that these items will not result in unexpected injuries. Unfortunately, however, foods we buy at the local grocery store…
Aug 25
Preventing Hot Car Deaths in Escondido

Preventing Hot Car Deaths in Escondido

Leaving your car in an Escondido parking lot during the summer months for even a few minutes without the vehicle running typically leads to a very hot car. While hot cars are not a problem when they are unoccupied, hot cars can cause the…
Aug 11
New Study Addresses High School Football and Traumatic Brain Injury

New Study Addresses High School Football and Traumatic Brain Injury

Is high school football in San Marcos really as dangerous as scientists and physicians have been suggesting? Does playing high school football increase young athletes’ risk for sports-related concussions and more serious traumatic brain…

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Briskman Briskman & Greenberg Blog

Covers medical malpractice, auto accident, work injury, and wrongful death cases.

http://www.briskmanandbriskman.com/blog/

Sep 15
Family wins $15 million settlement in birth injury case

Family wins $15 million settlement in birth injury case

A Chicago Heights hospital agreed to pay $15 million to settle a 2013 medical malpractice lawsuit. The lawsuit was filed by the family of a 6-year-old girl who sustained severe brain damage during her birth. The family of Nyelle Brown sued…
Sep 6
Police upgrade charges after teen dies in hit-and-run bicycle accident

Police upgrade charges after teen dies in hit-and-run bicycle accident

When distracted or irresponsible motorists collide with bicyclists, they can cause serious injuries or even death. In a recent case, an alleged hit-and-run driver is facing upgraded criminal charges after the death of an Illinois teenager who…
Aug 31
Briskman Briskman & Greenberg File A Civil Lawsuit

Briskman Briskman & Greenberg File A Civil Lawsuit

On this episode of Chicago Injury Alert, we look at how two men filed a lawsuit against a bar for allegedly over-serving two other customers that led to an altercation that resulted in injuries and damaged property.

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New York Personal Injury Attorneys…

New York Personal Injury Attorneys Blog

Covers auto accidents, civil rights, construction accidents and personal injury. By Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf.

http://www.newyorkpersonalinjuryattorneysblog.com/

Sep 20
11 of our NYC personal injury attorneys named Super Lawyers and 3 named rising star

11 of our NYC personal injury attorneys named Super Lawyers and 3 named rising star

Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf is proud to announce that 11 of their New York personal injury lawyers were named 2017 Super Lawyers for the New York Metro area. The 11 named are Marijo Adimey,…
Sep 15
One cyclist dead and another one critically injured in two separate accidents in NYC yesterday

One cyclist dead and another one critically injured in two separate accidents in NYC yesterday

A cyclist was fatally hit by a truck in New York and another one was critically injured after being struck by a car yesterday in Brooklyn. The first accident occurred in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, around 7:00 am. A 35 year old…
Sep 14
Two Hit and run NYC cab drivers leave pedestrian to die in the street

Two Hit and run NYC cab drivers leave pedestrian to die in the street

A New York City cab driver whose passenger fell out of his cab just continued on his way. Seconds later the passenger was hit by another yellow cab who also fled the scene of the accident and left her dead on the road. The hit and run…

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Fort Worth Injury Attorney Blog

Features accident news, traffic laws, and personal injury verdicts and settlements. By William K. Berenson.

http://www.fortworthinjuryattorneyblog.com/

Sep 19
Fun Morning Supporting Children’s Fitness And Health

Fun Morning Supporting Children’s Fitness And Health

On Saturday I was proud to again sponsor the Cowtown Marathon’s exciting C.A.L.F. 15K, 5K, and one mile runs/walks as well as a healthy foods competition. It’s become one of my favorite causes as I’ve gotten older:…
Sep 18
Child Passenger Safety Week: Are Your Kids Properly Secured?

Child Passenger Safety Week: Are Your Kids Properly Secured?

The U.S. Department of Transportation has designated this week as the Child Passenger Safety Week. Parents, here is a good opportunity to learn more about how to prevent your children from being injured in a car or truck crash. And on…
Sep 15
Attending MADD Seminar Today

Attending MADD Seminar Today

I will be attending the first annual seminar for personal injury attorneys this afternoon. This is designed to teach us how we can more effectively represent injured people in drunk and drugged collision cases. It is being held at the…

Rank this Week: 1144

Boston Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers Massachusetts personal injury and wrongful death news. By The Law Office of Neil Burns.

http://www.boston-injury-lawyer-blog.com/

Nov 13
Slip and Fall Injury Recovery Made More Difficult by Massachusetts Court

Slip and Fall Injury Recovery Made More Difficult by Massachusetts Court

In a case called Sarkisian v. Concept Restaurants, the Appellate Division of the District Court declined to extend the "mode of operation" law to a nightclub in Boston. In Sarkisian, the plaintiff was at a bachelorette party all evening at…
Nov 13
Slip and Fall Injury Recovery Made More Difficult by Massachusetts Court

Slip and Fall Injury Recovery Made More Difficult by Massachusetts Court

In a case called Sarkisian v. Concept Restaurants, the Appellate Division of the District Court declined to extend the "mode of operation" law to a nightclub in Boston. In Sarkisian, the plaintiff was at a bachelorette party all evening at…
Nov 13
Slip and Fall Injury Recovery Made More Difficult by Massachusetts Court

Slip and Fall Injury Recovery Made More Difficult by Massachusetts Court

In a case called Sarkisian v. Concept Restaurants, the Appellate Division of the District Court declined to extend the "mode of operation" law to a nightclub in Boston. In Sarkisian, the plaintiff was at a bachelorette party all evening at…

Rank this Week: 1145

Chicago Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers accident and injury law, as well as medical malpractice and construction injury news. Published by Chicago, Illinois personal injury attorney, Joseph Klest.

http://www.josephklest.com/

Sep 22
Left turn accident kills Motorcyclist in Wilmette

Left turn accident kills Motorcyclist in Wilmette

Motorcycle accidents may not occur more frequently than any other kinds of accidents, but the injuries that result from a motorcycle crash are often more serious and more likely to result in death simply based on the lack of protection a…
Sep 22
Left turn accident kills Motorcyclist in Wilmette

Left turn accident kills Motorcyclist in Wilmette

Motorcycle accidents may not occur more frequently than any other kinds of accidents, but the injuries that result from a motorcycle crash are often more serious and more likely to result in death simply based on the lack of protection a bike…
Sep 9
Legionnaires' outbreak at veterans' home claims two more live

Legionnaires' outbreak at veterans' home claims two more live

Adams County health officials have reported that two more victims of a Legionnaires' disease outbreak at the Quincy Illinois Veterans' Home died as a result of the disease, bringing the overall death toll to nine. The local health…

Rank this Week: 1149

Austin Personal Injury Blog

Litigation and injury news, cases and commentary. By Perlmutter & Schuelke, LLP.

http://www.civtrial.com/blog/

Sep 1
Texas’s Texting While Driving Ban Goes Into Affect Today. Will It Make You Less Safe?

Texas’s Texting While Driving Ban Goes Into Affect Today. Will It Make You Less Safe?

Today, Texas’s new texting while driving ban goes into affect. For the first time, Texas will have a state-wide ban. A violation of the ban is a misdemeanor, with fines between $25 and $99 for first time offenders and $100…
Aug 25
Will Victims Of Hurricane Harvey Be Victimized Twice?

Will Victims Of Hurricane Harvey Be Victimized Twice?

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of those in the path of Hurricane Harvey. The potential damage is simply heartbreaking. Unfortunately, due to the timing of the storm, it also makes it likely that many of you who suffer…
Aug 1
I’ve Handled Dog Attacks, But A Pig Attack? What’s The Law On That?

I’ve Handled Dog Attacks, But A Pig Attack? What’s The Law On That?

Over the years, I’ve handled a number of dog attack cases, but last week, I read a story about a 3 year old Alabama girl who was injured when she was attacked by a neighbor’s pig. I don’t want to make light of the story…

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Drug Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers adverse drug updates, preemption, and drug product liability litigation. By Pogust Braslow & Millrood.

http://www.druginjurylawyerblog.com/

Aug 26
Bard IVC Filter Lawsuits Sent to MDL

Bard IVC Filter Lawsuits Sent to MDL

Lawsuits from victims of faulty Bard IVC filters have been centralized in a newly formed multidistrict litigation (MDL) in Arizona. This will allow recipients of the Bard IVC to join together in a common lawsuit that will challenge the…
Aug 26
Bard IVC Filter Lawsuits Sent to MDL

Bard IVC Filter Lawsuits Sent to MDL

Lawsuits from victims of faulty Bard IVC filters have been centralized in a newly formed multidistrict litigation (MDL) in Arizona. This will allow recipients of the Bard IVC to join together in a common lawsuit that will challenge the…
Aug 26
Bard IVC Filter Lawsuits Sent to MDL

Bard IVC Filter Lawsuits Sent to MDL

Lawsuits from victims of faulty Bard IVC filters have been centralized in a newly formed multidistrict litigation (MDL) in Arizona. This will allow recipients of the Bard IVC to join together in a common lawsuit that will challenge the…

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Pharmacy Error Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers pharmacy and medication errors. By Lebowitz & Mzhen.

https://www.pharmacyerrorinjurylawyer.com/

Sep 15
The Risks of Pharmacy Compounding Errors in Hospitals May Be Under-Appreciated

The Risks of Pharmacy Compounding Errors in Hospitals May Be Under-Appreciated

Maryland pharmacy errors are shockingly common and have several causes. One cause that is rarely discussed is compounding errors involving intravenous (IV) medication. The use of IV medication is very common is hospitals. Normally, a nurse…
Sep 8
New Report Indicates Pharmacy Errors Are Often Results of System-Wide Lapse

New Report Indicates Pharmacy Errors Are Often Results of System-Wide Lapse

Pharmacy errors are much more common than most people believe. Indeed, according to some estimates, one in 12 patients are provided the wrong medication or an incorrect dose, or are given instructions that are not correct, given the…
Sep 1
Pharmacy Errors Resulting from Incorrectly Read Prescription

Pharmacy Errors Resulting from Incorrectly Read Prescription

While pharmacy errors have a number of causes, one of the more common causes of Maryland prescription drug errors is when a pharmacist incorrectly reads the prescription form filled out by a patient’s physician. In the past, these…

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New York Legal Blog

Offers information and articles related to injury and accident law, criminal law, and immigration law in New York. By the Law Office of Mark Siesel, Esq.

http://www.nylegalblog.com/

Aug 13
NFL Settlement Of Concussion Class Action Lawsuit With Former Players–Is It Adequate?

NFL Settlement Of Concussion Class Action Lawsuit With Former Players–Is It Adequate?

There was an interesting editorial by Joe Nocera of the New York Times on August 11, 2015 as to the NFL’s settlement with thousands of its ex-players and their families of a class action lawsuit alleging that the NFL knew of, and…
Aug 13
NFL Settlement Of Concussion Class Action Lawsuit With Former Players–Is It Adequate?

NFL Settlement Of Concussion Class Action Lawsuit With Former Players–Is It Adequate?

There was an interesting editorial by Joe Nocera of the New York Times on August 11, 2015 as to the NFL’s settlement with thousands of its ex-players and their families of a class action lawsuit alleging that the NFL knew of, and…
Aug 13
NFL Settlement Of Concussion Class Action Lawsuit With Former Players–Is It Adequate?

NFL Settlement Of Concussion Class Action Lawsuit With Former Players–Is It Adequate?

There was an interesting editorial by Joe Nocera of the New York Times on August 11, 2015 as to the NFL’s settlement with thousands of its ex-players and their families of a class action lawsuit alleging that the NFL knew of, and…

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Railroad Accident/FELA Lawyers…

Railroad Accident/FELA Lawyers Blog

Covers railroad accidents and F.E.L.A. (Federal Employers Liability Act) claims. By Shapiro, Cooper, Lewis & Appleton.

http://railroadaccidentfelalawyers.com/

Nov 12
Railroad Worker Receives Compensation After Workplace Asbestos Exposure

Railroad Worker Receives Compensation After Workplace Asbestos Exposure

By Richard N. (Rick) Shapiro, FELA/Railroad Injury Attorney A sad story out of Britain showcases some of the terrifying and hidden dangers posed to workers by asbestos. Those in the construction, manufacturing and railroad industries used the…
Oct 30
NTSB Releases Details Of Deadly Parade Train Crash In Texa

NTSB Releases Details Of Deadly Parade Train Crash In Texa

By Kevin Duffan, Virginia (VA) Railroad Injury Attorney A lengthy investigation by the National Transportation Safety Board regarding last year’s deadly accident where a parade float in Texas carrying veterans was hit by an oncoming has…
Oct 29
Red Line Accident Leaves One Metro Worker Dead And Two Others Injured

Red Line Accident Leaves One Metro Worker Dead And Two Others Injured

By Richard N. (Rick) Shapiro, FELA/Railroad Injury Attorney Earlier this month an accident left one D.C. Metro contract worker dead and another two employees seriously injured. Some worker safety advocates fear that the accident is yet…

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Maryland Nursing Home Lawyer Blog

Covers nursing home injuries, negligence and legislation. By Lebowitz & Mzhen.

http://www.marylandnursinghomelawyerblog.com/

Sep 14
Nursing Home Residents’ Right to Be Free from All Forms of Abuse

Nursing Home Residents’ Right to Be Free from All Forms of Abuse

Maryland nursing home residents have the right to live in a safe environment, free from mistreatment. Abuse against residents can take many forms, including physical abuse, financial exploitation, sexual abuse, neglect, and psychological…
Sep 7
Proving Abuse or Neglect in Maryland Nursing Home Case

Proving Abuse or Neglect in Maryland Nursing Home Case

Maryland nursing home plaintiffs must prove that the nursing home staff or management was somehow negligent or involved in some type of wrongdoing before they are able to recover compensation for their loved one’s injuries through a…
Aug 28
Nursing Home Resident’s Claim Sent to Arbitration After Signing Contract Ten Days Before Her Death

Nursing Home Resident’s Claim Sent to Arbitration After Signing Contract Ten Days Before Her Death

One issue that often arises in Maryland nursing home cases is the effect of an arbitration agreement on a resident’s claim. In a recent case, one state’s appeals court considered whether an arbitration agreement was enforceable…

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Texas Trial Lawyers Blog

Covers personal injury cases. By Baumgartner Law Firm.

http://www.texastriallawyers.com/blog

Aug 19
Big Rig Accidents and Truck Driver Training: Is Commercial Truck Training Enough?

Big Rig Accidents and Truck Driver Training: Is Commercial Truck Training Enough?

Millions of miles are logged on U.S. roadways each year by big rig operators, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation. Indeed, Texas is one of the top three Read More The post Big Rig Accidents and Truck Driver Training: Is…
Aug 10
Contingency Fees in a Personal Injury Case

Contingency Fees in a Personal Injury Case

In you have been injured in an accident, the last thing you need is the added burden of trying to find a way to come up with money to Read More The post Contingency Fees in a Personal Injury Case appeared first on Baumgartner Law Firm.
Jul 29
Handling an 18-Wheeler Accident Case on Your Own: What You Must Know

Handling an 18-Wheeler Accident Case on Your Own: What You Must Know

If you are in an accident with an 18-wheeler, you may be considering pursuing a claim on your own. There are certain factors you need to bear in mind Read More The post Handling an 18-Wheeler Accident Case on Your Own: What You Must…

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The Kielich Law Firm Blog

Covers employment law, personal injury and family law issues related to Texas and federal law.

http://kielichlawfirm.com/blog

Feb 16
Spousal support in Texa

Spousal support in Texa

There is no guarantee of alimony or spousal maintenance in a Texas divorce. Texas, like many states, changed its family relations laws (our Texas Family Code) in recent decades to curb the power of family court judges in Fort Worth, Dallas,…
Feb 8
7 Tips for Taking FMLA Leave — Fort Worth Employment Attorney

7 Tips for Taking FMLA Leave — Fort Worth Employment Attorney

Most of my work with clients involves helping clients after they have sought FMLA leave and the employer has already violated their FMLA rights but it’s equally as important that employees understand how to properly exercise their…
Feb 1
Enforcing child support with child support liens and QDROs with Bedford Divorce Attorney

Enforcing child support with child support liens and QDROs with Bedford Divorce Attorney

Unpaid child support is a serious problems for many families where the child support may be the difference between keeping food on the table or lights on in the home. Enforcing child support in court can be a challenge when the child support…

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Louisiana Personal Injury Lawyer…

Louisiana Personal Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers legal news and case developments in personal injury. By Berniard Law Firm.

http://www.louisianapersonalinjurylawyerblog.com/

Sep 20
Lack of Authenticated Evidence Leads to Abandoned Case in Jefferson Parish

Lack of Authenticated Evidence Leads to Abandoned Case in Jefferson Parish

Generally, plaintiffs bring an action against an adverse party to be made whole again in some way. Bringing a claim is a remedy seeking process. But, can a claimant’s inaction cause the proceeding to be dismissed? The Louisiana Fifth…
Sep 19
Parish of Lafayette Found Not Liable for Inmate’s Injury

Parish of Lafayette Found Not Liable for Inmate’s Injury

Law abiding citizen or not, people expect local governments to keep them safe, especially from dangerous conditions on public property. But, just how much responsibility do local governments have in keeping public grounds safe?…
Sep 18
Lafayette Medical Malpractice Claim Dismissed for Untimely Filing

Lafayette Medical Malpractice Claim Dismissed for Untimely Filing

Generally, claimants interested in bringing any cause of action are required to stick to certain procedures including filing the claim within a specified time period. Medical malpractice claims are no different. Failure to file a claim…

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Boston Personal Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers Massachusetts products liability, medical malpractice and dram shop liability news. By Alan H. Crede.

http://www.bostonpersonalinjurylawyerblog.com/

Jun 23
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Jun 18
Supreme Court Routs Title VII in 2007: Goodyear Wins Right to Discriminate Based on Gender

Supreme Court Routs Title VII in 2007: Goodyear Wins Right to Discriminate Based on Gender

Employment attorneys seem to agree that the most controversial decision in 2007 was the Supreme Court’s ruling in Lilly Ledbetter v. Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. Let’s review what happened: In 1979, Lilly Ledbetter began working…
Jun 18
Gender Discrimination Class Action Certified by Ninth Circuit Against Wal-Mart

Gender Discrimination Class Action Certified by Ninth Circuit Against Wal-Mart

Wal-Mart is just not getting it: gender discrimination in the workplace really is illegal. From coast to coast, Wal-Mart is learning this principle one case at a time. This past summer, in Haddad v. Wal-Mart, a Berkshire County jury in…

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California DUI Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers DUI accidents, injury and wrongful death liability issues. By Estey & Bomberger, LLP.

http://www.californiaduiinjurylawyerblog.com/

Oct 15
Pedestrian Killed by Motorcyclist in Suspected DUI Crash

Pedestrian Killed by Motorcyclist in Suspected DUI Crash

ALAMEDA COUNTY - A 67-year-old Hayward man tragically died Saturday night after he was struck by an allegedly speeding motorcyclist, the San Jose Mercury News reported. The collision occurred at Jackson Street at Silva Avenue around 8:54…
Oct 9
Two People Killed in Suspected DUI Crash on Highway 152

Two People Killed in Suspected DUI Crash on Highway 152

MERCED COUNTY - Two people were killed early Tuesday morning in a suspected DUI crash on Highway 152, the Los Banos Enterprise reported. The accident was reported at 1:07 p.m. on October 9, 2012, on eastbound Highway 152, west of Highway 33.…
Aug 27
Woman Killed, Man Injured in Suspected DUI Crash in Concord

Woman Killed, Man Injured in Suspected DUI Crash in Concord

CONTRA COSTA COUNTY - A 23-year-old Napa woman was tragically killed Friday night in a collision on Highway 4 in Concord, the Napa Valley Register reported. According to the news report, the victim, Maria Anaya-Garcia was a passenger in a…

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South Florida Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers medical malpractice, motor vehicle accidents, premises liability and sexual abuse. By David J. Halberg.

http://www.southfloridainjurylawyerblog.com/

Sep 19
Fla. 2nd DCA Awards Expert Witness Fees to Medical Malpractice Plaintiff

Fla. 2nd DCA Awards Expert Witness Fees to Medical Malpractice Plaintiff

One of the reasons Florida medical malpractice cases are so complex – and costly – is because they require at least one (and usually more) expert witness. F.S. 766.102(1) places the burden of proof in these cases on the plaintiff…
Sep 9
Nursing Home Abuse Cases Tougher With Arbitration Agreement

Nursing Home Abuse Cases Tougher With Arbitration Agreement

Corporations love arbitration agreements. Whether it’s a cell phone contract or an employment agreement, compelling people to give up their right to take any future disputes to court is advantageous to these firms. But as our nursing…
Sep 1
Attorney Halberg Negotiates $2.3M Fort Myers Medical Malpractice Settlement

Attorney Halberg Negotiates $2.3M Fort Myers Medical Malpractice Settlement

David J. Halberg, Attorneys at Law, recently secured a $2.3 million medical malpractice settlement with Golisano Children’s Hospital, stemming from a brain injury and arm amputation of a newborn in 2013. Halberg fought on behalf of the…

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Truck Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers legal issues relating to truck, trailer, and auto accidents. Published by the Law Offices of Morgan G. Adams.

http://www.truckinjurylawyerblog.com/

Sep 6
Donate Blood: In Memory of Kate Hayden and All of Our Client

Donate Blood: In Memory of Kate Hayden and All of Our Client

Donate blood. One hour of your time, one life saved. Pretty easy to do the math. Blood. Saves. Lives. Sure, its a bit of a bother at least until you, or someone you know, needs blood. That is when you realize strangers who donated blood saved…
Oct 23
Horrific Bus Crash in Palm Springs, CA – How do you find the best Bus Accident Lawyer?

Horrific Bus Crash in Palm Springs, CA – How do you find the best Bus Accident Lawyer?

The recent bus crash in California was horrific in nature. Entire families have been forever changed due to the loss of life (13 to date) and massive injuries suffered by the survivors (31 reported). The National Transportation Safety…
Apr 30
Why Treating a Bus Wreck Case Like a Car Wreck Case is a Multi-Million Dollar Mistake

Why Treating a Bus Wreck Case Like a Car Wreck Case is a Multi-Million Dollar Mistake

I was honored to speak to a large roomful of lawyers, from around the nation, at the American Association for Justice’s Jazz Fest Program in New Orleans, LA. My topic, in case you hadn’t guessed, was Why Treating a Bus Wreck…

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Burn Injury Resource Center

Covers burn injury treatment and care, as well as the legal rights of burn injury victims. By Kramer & Pollack, LLP.

http://www.burn-injury-resource-center.com/

Feb 26
Severe Burns and Skin Flaps and Graft

Severe Burns and Skin Flaps and Graft

Skin flap is a surgical procedure in which a healthy skin and its underlying subcutaneous tissue is taken from an area very close to the wound to be covered, the flap remains partly connected to its original site via its blood supply. Skin…
Feb 26
Severe Burns and Skin Flaps and Graft

Severe Burns and Skin Flaps and Graft

Skin flap is a surgical procedure in which a healthy skin and its underlying subcutaneous tissue is taken from an area very close to the wound to be covered, the flap remains partly connected to its original site via its blood supply. Skin…
Feb 26
Severe Burns and Skin Flaps and Graft

Severe Burns and Skin Flaps and Graft

Skin flap is a surgical procedure in which a healthy skin and its underlying subcutaneous tissue is taken from an area very close to the wound to be covered, the flap remains partly connected to its original site via its blood supply. Skin…

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Boston Personal Injury Attorney…

Boston Personal Injury Attorney Blog

Covers car accidents, work injuries and nursing home neglect. By Jeffrey S. Glassman.

http://www.bostonpersonalinjuryattorneyblog.com/

Sep 18
Statute of Limitations in Boston Personal Injury Case

Statute of Limitations in Boston Personal Injury Case

People often hear the term statute of limitations on television shows such as “Law and Order” when dealing with criminal cases, but rarely think of the statute of limitations terms of civil cases. While this makes for very…
Sep 8
Slip and Fall Cases in Hospital Setting

Slip and Fall Cases in Hospital Setting

If you have ever been treated at a hospital, you may have had to be escorted to the exit of the hospital in a wheelchair following your discharge even though you were perfectly capable of walking. The reason they do this is because they do…
Aug 20
Boston Slip and Fall Accidents in Winter Month

Boston Slip and Fall Accidents in Winter Month

As summer comes to a close and the weather turns colder, Boston tends to get a lot of ice and snow on the sidewalks and in front of businesses. This means we can expect to see a lot of slip and fall accidents. In the Commonwealth of…

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Seattle Injury Blog

This blog covers all aspects of personal injury law, including topics such as automobile accidents, insurance issues, motorcycle accidents, and truck accidents. By Bernard Law Group, PLLC.

http://www.seattleinjuryblog.com/

May 16
Pet Owners Have The Power To Avoid Dog Bite Incident

Pet Owners Have The Power To Avoid Dog Bite Incident

Many dog bite incidents happen with animals victims are familiar with. It’s because of that reality that many victims of these horrific attacks are now speaking up. To a mother whose child lost the left side of his face in a dog bite…
Nov 3
Students Scared After Distracted Driving ‘Drill’

Students Scared After Distracted Driving ‘Drill’

Every now and then, official government entities launch campaigns and other efforts to fight distracted driving. But other groups are also part of the effort, attempting to promote safety within their circles and make sure that safety comes…
Nov 3
Students Scared After Distracted Driving ‘Drill’

Students Scared After Distracted Driving ‘Drill’

Every now and then, official government entities launch campaigns and other efforts to fight distracted driving. But other groups are also part of the effort, attempting to promote safety within their circles and make sure that safety comes…

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Chicago Truck Accident Lawyer Blog

Covers truck accidents and trucking regulations. By Law Offices of Steven J. Malman & Associates P.C.

http://www.chicagotruckaccidentlawyerblog.com/

Apr 27
Mother and Daughter Killed in Illinois Semi-Truck Crash

Mother and Daughter Killed in Illinois Semi-Truck Crash

Lorraine McNeil, 69, and her daughter Kathleen Wilcox, 45, died last week in an Illinois semi-trailer crash on Interstate 80. The two women, who are both from Ottawa, were pronounced dead at the truck accident site. The accident took place at…
Apr 27
Mother and Daughter Killed in Illinois Semi-Truck Crash

Mother and Daughter Killed in Illinois Semi-Truck Crash

Lorraine McNeil, 69, and her daughter Kathleen Wilcox, 45, died last week in an Illinois semi-trailer crash on Interstate 80. The two women, who are both from Ottawa, were pronounced dead at the truck accident site. The accident took place at…
Apr 22
Illinois Semi-Trailer Crash on Highway 34 Kills One Trucker

Illinois Semi-Trailer Crash on Highway 34 Kills One Trucker

Trucker Bradley Conkle is dead following an Illinois truck accident involving three semi-trucks on Highway 34. The multi-vehicle collision occurred at around 3am on Monday and the road had to be shut down for several hours so clean up crews…

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Hepatitis A Blog

Covers Hepatitis A news, legal cases and resources. By Marler Clark.

http://www.hepatitisblog.com/

Sep 19
City of Angles has 10 with Hepatitis A

City of Angles has 10 with Hepatitis A

Public Health Announces Hepatitis A Outbreak in LA County – Hepatitis A vaccine is the best protection The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (Public Health) has declared a local outbreak of hepatitis A (HAV) in…
Sep 12
San Diego Hepatitis A Outbreak Kills Another

San Diego Hepatitis A Outbreak Kills Another

The death toll in an outbreak of hepatitis A in San Diego has reached 16, and 421 people have been sickened with the disease, the county Health and Human Services Agency reported Today. The figures are associated with an outbreak that began…
Aug 30
Hepatitis A Illnesses Spike in California, Colorado and Michigan

Hepatitis A Illnesses Spike in California, Colorado and Michigan

Thanks to HepMag.com for a great summary of ongoing hepatitis A outbreaks going on in the US. California Public health officials first detected the hepatitis A outbreak in November 2016 and as of July 21, 2017, 251 cases and 5 deaths…

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Florida Accident Attorney Blog

Covers premises liability, work related injury claims, and vehicle accident updates. By Chalik & Chalik.

http://www.floridaaccidentattorneyblog.com/

Nov 4
AAA Study: Hands-Free Technology Poses Threat to Drivers, Passenger

AAA Study: Hands-Free Technology Poses Threat to Drivers, Passenger

Researchers who study distracted driving have long asserted that talking on a cell phone can be as dangerous as texting when you’re behind the wheel. However, many states, like Florida, continue to allow cell phone use by drivers, so…
Nov 2
Uspenskaya v. Meline – Collateral Source Rule in Florida Injury Case

Uspenskaya v. Meline – Collateral Source Rule in Florida Injury Case

Florida’s collateral source rule prohibits defendants in personal injury cases from benefiting when plaintiffs receive payments for things like medical bills or lost wages through collateral sources, such as health insurance or…
Oct 29
“Terrible” Florida Car Accident Claims Woman’s Husband, Baby and Memory

“Terrible” Florida Car Accident Claims Woman’s Husband, Baby and Memory

After a horrific crash in Altamonte Springs that claimed the life of her husband and 1-year-old son, it’s been reported that a 27-year-old woman has no memory of either the crash – or her family. That might on the surface…

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Illinois Truck Accident Lawyer…

Illinois Truck Accident Lawyer Blog

Covers truck accident injuries and wrongful death in Illinois. By Levin & Perconti.

http://www.illinoistruckaccidentlawyerblog.com/

Dec 4
Back to the Basics – Unique Dangers of Tractor Trailer

Back to the Basics – Unique Dangers of Tractor Trailer

There are a significant number of tractor-trailers on the road at any given time of the day. These tractor-trailers play an important role in our economy. Yet, with all these tractor-trailers on the road, the number of tractor-trailer related…
Dec 4
Back to the Basics – Unique Dangers of Tractor Trailer

Back to the Basics – Unique Dangers of Tractor Trailer

There are a significant number of tractor-trailers on the road at any given time of the day. These tractor-trailers play an important role in our economy. Yet, with all these tractor-trailers on the road, the number of tractor-trailer related…
Nov 26
The Dangers of Distracted/Inattentive Tractor-Trailer Driver

The Dangers of Distracted/Inattentive Tractor-Trailer Driver

Distracted driving occurs when a person is driving a motor vehicle while, at the same time, engaged in an activity that could take the his or her eyes off of the road. Distracted driving, or inattentive driving, is a very common cause of…

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