A car accident can change your life in a matter of seconds. While broken bones and visible injuries often receive immediate attention, it may take days or weeks before symptoms of a traumatic brain injury (TBI) appear. The first indications of a TBI may be subtle at...
Those who file a claim of medical malpractice or “medical professional liability” in West Virginia must first obtain what’s called a screening certificate of merit. This is a document signed under oath by a qualified medical provider. West Virginia is one of a...
When a woman goes into labor, she expects that her labor and delivery will be without incident and that she'll be able to enjoy her newborn. In some cases, childbirth is unpredictable, and complications can arise during the delivery that can affect the newborn's...
Some medication errors are technically dispensing errors. A pharmacist or the technicians assisting them provide the wrong drug, offer the wrong dosage or make mistakes when compounding medications intended for intravenous (IV) administration. However, quite a few...
Preparing for a malpractice claim often requires you to make difficult decisions, including whether to settle your case or take it to trial. Each option carries different advantages and risks that can affect both your recovery and your peace of mind. This blog...
Most drivers remember that they must be well rested before they get behind the wheel of their vehicle. But with the busyness of today's society, some don't realize just how dangerous it is to drive while fatigued. There comes a point when driving fatigued produces...
When consumers get hurt by dangerous products, they may have grounds for a product defect lawsuit. Under personal injury statutes, manufacturers are sometimes liable for negligent business practices that lead to the release of dangerous products. Some products are...
Women in active labor have contractions in rapid succession. Typically, they head to the hospital after their contractions reach a certain frequency or their water breaks, indicating that active labor has begun. Women give birth in hospitals largely to receive medical...
With some minor wrong-way accidents, the problem is just confusion. For instance, maybe someone who is used to driving in rural areas and is a rather young and inexperienced driver finds themselves in the city. It may be relatively easy to accidentally turn the wrong...
Distracted driving has become a hot topic in the public safety world in recent years. There are now major awareness campaigns warning motorists of the risks of handling mobile devices while driving. Police officers may pull people over to enforce texting while driving...
