If your loved one is killed on the job, you are within your rights to speak to an attorney about a potential wrongful death lawsuit. While no amount of money will ever bring your loved one back to life, if an attorney decides to take on your case, you can seek damages for: Mental anguish ...
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Are Dangerous Drugs a Problem at Nursing Homes?
If your loved one is a nursing home resident, make sure you pay attention to any prescription medication that has been given to him or her. According to National Public Radio, it is common for nursing home residents to be prescribed antipsychotic drugs to suppress anxiety or aggression that can be caused by Alzheimer's disease...
Read MoreCan an Attorney Help Me with a Workers’ Compensation Claim?
Unfortunately, workplace accidents are quite common, especially in the construction industry. Injuries can occur from slip and falls, workplace violence, explosions, transportation accidents, mechanical accidents and fires. In addition to injuries, sadly, people can die in workplace accidents. In 2013, 4,405 workers were killed on the job, according to the United States Department of Labor. If...
Read MoreHow Can I Avoid a Bicycle Accident?
Unfortunately, there are times when cyclists do everything they can to prevent an accident from occurring, but a negligent driver still strikes him or her. Bicycle accidents can have devastating consequences, including death and catastrophic injuries, like traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, broken bones and...
Read MoreMedical Malpractice: Do Providers Withhold Information About Mistakes?
If a healthcare provider has injured you or your loved one, whether it was through failing to diagnose a disease, birth injuries or surgical errors, you could file a medical malpractice lawsuit. Unfortunately, errors in the healthcare industry are not uncommon. According to the Journal of Patient Safety,...
Read MoreWhat are the Consequences of Drowsy Driving?
Unfortunately, each year, drowsy drivers cause over 100,000 vehicle accidents, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Due to inconsistent reporting practices by states, NHTSA estimates that drowsy driving may play a role in 1,550 deaths each year, although many safety advocates say this number is probably low. Frighteningly, the National Sleep Foundation has...
Read MoreTakata Airbag Recall: Has a Wrongful Death Lawsuit Been Filed?
Were you injured by a defective Takata airbag? Do you have concerns that a defective airbag may have played a role in your loved one’s death? Updating a blog post we brought you recently, the family of a Florida woman who was...
Read MoreHas There Been a Graco Stroller Recall?
If you own a Graco stroller, you should be aware that the company recently recalled more than 4.7 million models after amputations were reported due to defects. According to CNN, the company recalled the models after it received reports of “10 full or partial fingertip amputations and one laceration.” The models reportedly have hinges on...
Read MoreDangerous Dietary Supplements Still Sold Despite FDA Recall Efforts
Unfortunately, each year, many people are injured or killed by taking defective dietary supplements in the United States. Recently, Reuters had a shocking story about how many recalled dietary supplements are still available for purchase online and in stores. According to the news source, even after a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recall takes place,...
Read MoreHow Does Contributory Negligence Affect Bicycle and Pedestrian Accident Victims?
As we have reported in our newsletters, Washington, D.C., Virginia and Maryland all have contributory negligence laws that make it difficult for accident victims to recover damages. These laws prevent injured persons from holding another person liable if the injured person slightly contributed to an accident. For example, persons involved in a
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