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How to Choose the Right Medical Specialist for Car Accident Injuries
Navigating the aftermath of a car accident can be an overwhelming experience, particularly when it comes to addressing your health concerns. Selecting the right medical specialist is critical for your recovery and for substantiating any legal claims you may have. For residents of Memphis, finding the appropriate medical care after an accident involves understanding the…
Read MoreNew Mothers Deserve Better Postpartum Care
Having a baby is supposed to be a joyous experience. The purpose of “maternity leave” is to give new mothers and their babies time to bond and allow families to focus on creating a new way of life. Yet many mothers receive poor or inadequate postpartum care, and it leads not only to quality-of-life issues…
Read MorePentagon Raises Cap on Military Medical Malpractice Claims
There are many situations where a mistake made by a doctor, nurse, or hospital can cripple someone’s life, making it hard for them to engage in activities they enjoy or simply work at their job. When this happens, you expect to seek out fair compensation from those at fault. However, in military medical malpractice cases,…
Read MoreWhat Are the Most Dangerous Intersections in Memphis?
Intersections are one of the most intimidating places for new drivers as well as experienced drivers. The reason for this is because multiple cars usually meet at intersections and must yield the right of way or wait for their light to turn green, alerting them that it is their turn to go. While this may…
Read MoreInjuries Caused by IV Mistakes: Tennessee Medical Malpractice Lawyers Explain Signs and Liability
It is commonplace during a hospital visit for a patient to receive an administration of IV fluids or medications. This could be for a seemingly innocuous visit such as dehydration due to illness, or for a serious admission such as before or after a major surgery. Through IVs, healthcare providers can administer a broad range of fluids…
Read MoreBariatric Surgery Can Be Deadly
Something like bariatric surgery, or weight-loss surgery, is sometimes highly promoted in our modern culture with more than 30% of adults and 17% of adolescents struggling with obesity in the United States. Many people love the idea of a Gastric Bypass or a Gastric Sleeve procedure since either one can result in substantial weight loss,…
Read MoreIs It Better to Settle a Medical Malpractice Claim, or to Go to Trial?
In malpractice cases, many hospitals and doctors prefer to settle instead of entering into a trial proceeding that can potentially leave them liable for a much larger judgment. Further, many patients are eager to settle in order to obtain compensation faster and to avoid a difficult and extended legal process that can stretch over several…
Read MoreWhat Happens if I’m Injured by a First Responder Vehicle?
When we call the emergency line for help, we expect to be assisted right away. It’s our right. But what would happen if you were never assisted? What would happen if you were being transported, but an accident happened before you could even get to the hospital? Or, what if you were just driving as…
Read MoreWhy Brachial Plexus Injuries Are So Damaging
Imagine having to take your baby through surgery to correct a serious injury that can affect their arms. Imagine losing the feeling in your arm after suffering from a motorcycle accident. This is the reality for victims of a brachial plexus injury. These injuries can leave a person’s arms paralyzed. The consequences are even more…
Read MoreHow Automatic Emergency Braking Can Cut Down on Crashes
Wouldn’t it be nice if you had additional protection while you were driving? Advances in driver safety technology can help ensure that this additional protection would reduce the chances of an accident. Well, that idea may become a reality quite soon. Car manufacturers are always finding ways to improve their models and make them as…
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