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The Stockert 3T Heater-Cooler Linked to Infection for Heart Surgery Patients

When a person undergoes heart surgery, they know that they are undertaking a huge risk that is necessary in order for them to survive. Unfortunately, a manufacturer of a popular medical device that is essential to performing open heart surgeries…
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Medical Errors: The Leading Cause of Death

When you go to the hospital, you want to feel safe and in good hands, but recent reports suggest that the number of people who suffer harm caused by medical errors made in US hospitals is much higher than previously thought. When a person is…
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The Truth About the Overmedication of Nursing Home Patients

Federal law prohibits nursing homes from medicating residents simply to render them easier to manage. This is referred to as a chemical restraint. All too often, a nursing home staff will administer powerful sedatives or mood-altering drugs…
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How Much Are Truck Accident Injury Claims Worth?

As large as today's truck are, even a relatively low impact collision with a truck can lead to serious injuries and even death. A typical fully loaded commercial truck can weigh over 80,000 pounds, whereas the typical passenger vehicle weighs…
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Information on Suing Multiple People for Your Personal Injury?

As an accident victim, you have a right to sue all those who are responsible for your injuries. If you can prove that you were hurt because of the negligence of one or more individuals, they may all be held responsible for compensating you for…
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The Trouble With Transvaginal Mesh Implants?

Big pharmaceutical companies often cut corners, and when they do, people can get hurt. If you have had any complication after a pelvic surgery where transvaginal mesh was used, you need to be aware of your legal options. You may be entitled…
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What You Need To Know About Spinal Cord Injury Lawsuits

If you're reading this article, there is a chance that either you or someone you care about has suffered a severe spinal cord injury. These injuries are very serious and it is imperative that you take immediate steps to protect your family's…
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The Most Common Types of Abuse and Neglect in Nursing Homes

You may think that it could never happen to you or your family. After all, why would someone want to hurt your loved one? Unfortunately, nursing home abuse and neglect happens every day in the United States. Often, the abuse or neglect goes…
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How Do Defective Medical Devices Get Past The FDA?

If you or a loved one has been the victim of a defective medical device, you are not alone. Over 100,000 defective medical device cases have passed through U.S. courts in the last year. One of the questions you may be asking is how do defective…
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How Dangerous Drugs and Defective Medical Devices Affect Consumers

You may think that the drugs that your doctor prescribes for you are safe to use because they have been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). But, all too often, this is far from the truth. FDA approval does not mean that the drug…