According to a recent news report, one in eight women will develop invasive breast cancer at some point in her lifetime. This alarming statistic is why so many women seek yearly mammograms, which screen for abnormal cell growth in breast tissue. Unfortunately, not every lab technician that analyzes mammograms has the expertise to determine whether …
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Read MoreLosing someone close to you is an unrivaled trauma. While no amount of money can bring back your loved one, this video explains the legal option of filing a wrongful death claim in order to receive financial compensation for pain and suffering. This course of action may be a good idea if a third party, …
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Read MoreMedical mistakes often leave victims severely injured or unable to enjoy their lives. American law allows these parties to sue for negligence or wrongful death, and collect compensation in the form of financial settlements or judgments. The following article provides a brief overview of the medical malpractice system throughout the United States. Widespread Problem Medical …
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Read MoreMistakes in administering, prescribing, and dispensing medications injure more than one million people per year in the United States. Even more distressing is the fact that most of these medication errors are preventable. Luckily, you can help reduce your risk of suffering a medication error by taking an active role in your health care. Learn …
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Read MoreEach state limits the amount of time that can pass between a medical error and a resulting malpractice lawsuit. The goal of this is to give medical providers peace of mind that old patients will not suddenly decide to sue decades later. In New York State, the law is that victims and their families only …
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Read MoreThough it may seem unlikely, the new requirements outlined in the Affordable Care Act may actually increase the number of medical malpractice suits in the next few years. Critics to the ACA claim that this increase in demand will deplete the healthcare system’s resources, leading to more hospital and doctor errors. Decreasing medical malpractice suits …
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Read MoreIndividuals who have suffered injuries or complications from a medical procedure gone awry should know that they may have a legal right to sue the at-fault doctor or hospital. However, not all claims for relief result in financial awards. Sometimes these legal actions fail before making it in front of a judge and jury. These …
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Read MoreWinning a medical malpractice case requires a thorough understanding of the law as well as working knowledge of medical practices. Not only do you need to file the correct legal forms on time, but you also need to secure expert witnesses to testify on medical concepts, helping prove that the health care provider in your …
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Read MoreWhat is your most precious commodity? If you’re like most people, it is your health and the health of those you love. Many people enter the medical system—the system that cares for your valuable health—and simply assume that they are always in good hands. In reality, mistakes can and do happen in the medical environment, …
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Read MoreClaiming around 600,000 victims every year, heart disease is the number one cause of death among Americans. Perhaps the most tragic aspect of this statistic is that many of these deaths can be prevented. By making a few lifestyle changes, you can reduce your risk of heart disease and increase your lifespan. Quit Using Tobacco …
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