According to 2019 data from the Agency for Healthcare Quality and Research, adverse drug events are the most common type of medication error. About 100,000 annual hospitalizations in the United States result from prescription drug errors, along with about 700,000...
Year: 2020
5 ways insurance companies try to undermine your claim
When you suffer serious injuries in a car accident, your whole life gets turned upside down. You may not be able to work. You may be suffering from chronic pain and you may need surgery or other expensive medical treatments to recover. The last thing you need is for...
When is a dog owner responsible for an attack in Massachusetts?
When a dog attacks someone in Massachusetts, the owner has legal responsibility for costs associated with the attack injuries. The standard applies even if the dog has never been aggressive before, with limited exceptions. Review the dog attack laws in...
Recognizing the signs of a severe concussion
Any type of blow to the head is terrifying. It doesn’t matter whether it comes from the impact of a car accident, a tumble on a broken sidewalk, or any other type of accident. These types of injuries are particularly dangerous because the symptoms may not be readily...
Surgical errors often lead to serious harm
Doctors make mistakes every day, just as other working professionals do. Physician errors are often due to biases and misinformation, Becker's Hospital Review reports. While these could cause delayed treatment, wrong treatment or other potentially harmful actions,...
Can you sue for an on-the-job injury?
Workers' compensation would probably be enough to handle many on-the-job injuries. You might still need to work to get a fair deal, but you might not need a separate lawsuit. If the insurance company denies your claim, you may need to start an appeal with the...
Dogs often provide warning signs before they attack
There is no arguing that dogs are among the most beloved pets in America, if not number one (some cat owners may disagree). Dogs are man and woman's best friend. If you treat a dog with respect and create a familial bond, they will want to cuddle, play, act in the...
How can you prevent a dog bite?
In the United States, over 4.5 million people suffer from dog bites every year. Of those 4.5 million, 800,000 people require medical care after a dog bite. Children are the most common victims of dog bites. Half of those who undergo medical care after an incident with...
What locations are the most dangerous for drivers?
Harm reduction involves making decisions based on the statistical likelihood of risks and negative outcomes. For drivers, harm reduction often involves learning about car crashes and taking proactive steps to reduce the risk they have for a collision. Learning about...
What if I am the victim of hit and run?
Considering how often the average American gets behind the wheel of a car, it is all but inevitable that most of us will deal with an auto accident at some point. However, few accidents are as frustrating as a hit and run. It is important to understand what to do in...