If you’re considering filing a wrongful death lawsuit, it’s important to understand how damages are measured when judges and juries award compensation or settlements with the at-fault parties get negotiated. The primary damages are usually financial – also referred to...
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Anaphylaxis after a vaccine can be fatal
On the whole, vaccines are very safe and they help to prevent the spread of disease. They have stopped epidemics and changed the course of modern medicine. Many deadly diseases are rarely found in the United States anymore because of the work of vaccines. That said,...
What are the qualities of a good, safe nursing home in Pittsburgh?
Nursing home abuse remains a large problem across the country. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is home to many nursing homes offering a wide range of care for elderly and infirm residents. Although it is nice to have several homes to choose from, how can you know if the one...
What do doctors mistake a heart attack for?
You go to the doctor or the hospital because you think you’re having a heart attack. The doctor makes a diagnosis, but they mistake your heart attack for something else. This delays treatment, increases the odds of death and puts you at serious risk. Even if things...
How bedsores can threaten the life of your loved one
Bedsores or pressure ulcers are injuries commonly associated with nursing home care. The way that bedsores form makes them a more significant risk for older people with limited mobility when compared with younger and more active individuals. However, just because...
Could firearm manufacturers lose their immunity from wrongful death claims?
Since 2005, weapon manufacturers have enjoyed much protection against wrongful death claims and other injury lawsuits, all thanks to the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA). That may soon change. In late September, a Pennsylvania court ruled that the...
Are you overly anxious about your health or is your doctor wrong?
You start to feel sick. Fearing that it’s serious, you go to the doctor. They look at you for a few minutes, tell you that you appear to be fine, and send you home. Maybe they recommend that you get some rest or drink more fluids, but they don’t seem to think it’s...
Vaccine-related seizures can happen days after a shot
Seizures are terrifying medical events both for the person experiencing them and any other individuals nearby witnessing the seizure take place. As a parent, seeing your child have an unexpected seizure maybe one of the most traumatic and horrifying experiences...
How triage practices can fail you at the emergency room
Sometimes, emergency rooms can go a long time without any new admissions, only to then get slammed by multiple people needing attention immediately. When an emergency room is busy, the medical professionals handling the influx of patients engage in triage to make the...
Understanding wrongful death claims
If a person dies from natural causes, it can be hard enough to accept. Yet, when they died due to another person’s actions or negligence, it can be much more challenging. A wrongful death claim may help in this case. When can you file a wrongful death claim? You might...