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What is the statute of limitations for wrongful death?
A wrongful death lawsuit is your right if someone causes the death of your loved one. You can recover damages for your loss and for costs associated with the death from the guilty party if you win your case. It may be difficult to think about filing a lawsuit after...
Causes and risk factors associated with Erb’s palsy
When delivering a baby, you count on the doctors and nurses to do everything possible to keep you and your baby safe and healthy. In some cases, though, complications may occur. In rare instances, a difficult delivery may lead to a condition known as Erb’s palsy or...
What are risk factors for spinal cord injury?
Suffering a spinal cord injury is something just about everyone wants to avoid if at all possible. Many spinal cord injuries happen because of accidents, so anyone could suffer a SCI if certain circumstances occur. Still, some factors do make it more likely that you...
Trucker fatigue and risks on the road
Records from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration show that the number of fatalities from large truck crashes in Georgia increased every year for three consecutive years between 2014 and 2017. In 2014, the state recorded 155 such deaths. That figure rose...
Recent research into misdiagnosed health conditions
Receiving an accurate diagnosis may mean life or death for somebody with a health problem. Misdiagnoses have caused patients to lose precious time in seeking treatment or to receive the wrong treatment that further damaged their health. Research has shown errors in...
The trucking company may be liable when a tire blows out
Semi-trucks are a common sight on Georgia roadways. Whether you are driving along the E Bypass, Route 37 or I-75, chances are you give big trucks a wide berth. Unfortunately, when a tire blows out at highway speeds, extra space may not be enough to prevent a...
How much does an unexpected funeral cost?
When tragedy strikes and you lose a loved one to a motor vehicle accident or medical malpractice, the last thing you may want to think about is the logistics of finances and funerals. The unexpected happens, you are reeling and you have to contend with both grief and...
Medical care for paralysis after a spinal cord injury
When a person experiences a traumatic brain or spinal cord injury in a car accident, he or she may suffer from paralysis. With this condition, the muscles no longer respond to messages from the brain. Learn more about the required medical treatment and potential...
Who helps spinal cord injury victims?
After suffering a spinal cord injury, you may have a long road of recovery and rehabilitation ahead of you. While you have family and friends to offer assistance and support, which professionals can you rely on for help? The University of Iowa Health Care offers a...