Forklifts are indispensable in factories and warehouses but pose big risks to workers. These machines are involved in 7,500 non-fatal injuries each year in the U.S. For workers and their families, these statistics represent life-altering events that can have...
Surgery is one of the most effective medical treatments available for many maladies. Conditions ranging from sports injuries to cancer may respond well to surgical operations. It is also one of the most invasive forms of medical care. There are many risks associated...
In road safety, dash cams have emerged as invaluable tools for drivers. These compact devices, mounted on vehicle dashboards, continuously record the road ahead, capturing events as they unfold. But can a dash cam significantly influence your car accident case?...
From pink football uniforms to ribbons on lapels, people throughout the country take steps to celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October. These steps help to promote awareness of the disease and funding for research, as well as encourage proactive measures to...
Different types of medical malpractice can result in a variety of negative consequences for patients. Some people go months without a diagnosis and become very sick as a result. Others may undergo the wrong type of surgery and then become ineligible for the treatment...
Medical professionals have traditionally recommended that older women and those with higher-than-average risk perform monthly self-examinations for breast cancer. If they notice any changes in the texture or appearance of their breasts, they may need to seek out...
People who are having symptoms of a heart attack, such as sudden and sharp chest pain or trouble breathing, will often dial 911 or head to the nearest emergency room for help. Once there, they expect that the medical team on call will make an accurate diagnosis so...
Food allergies can be a major health and safety issue. People with certain allergies have to carefully monitor what they eat. Parents who have children with known food allergies often need to be very cautious about what restaurants they visit, what foods they purchase...
Medical malpractice claims can help victims and their loved ones after an error in hospital treatment results in serious injury. For a claim to move forward, the victim generally needs to demonstrate the four following elements: Duty. This element requires the victim...
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which is a good time to discuss how doctors can fail to diagnose it. Breast cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer diagnosed in the United States. While doctors correctly diagnose a patient with breast cancer,...