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What Are the Most Common Reasons for Medical Malpractice?
Did you know medical malpractice is a legal cause of action that occurs when a hospital, doctor or other health care professional deviates from a recognized standard of care? Whether this happens through negligence or omission, if it results in injury to a patient there may be a serious problem. Successful claims must show that […]
What Is An Age Discrimination Complaint in 2020?
Older Americans are not only living longer, they are also working longer. As such, a growing concern adversely affecting millions of working Baby Boomers is age discrimination. Put simply, age discrimination involves treating job applicants or employees less favorably because of their age. Judging older workers on the basis of age rather than abilities is […]
Is It Possible to Sue A Doctor for Emotional Distress?
Is it possible to sue a doctor for emotional distress? The short answer is “yes.” Courts have ruled that when a doctor causes emotional distress due to negligence, the patient can sue just as if the doctor caused physical harm. In many instances, emotional distress is as damaging as physical distress. It can lead to nausea, […]
Why You Need to Use a Lawyer Instead of Artificial Intelligence
Do you remember a 1970s television program called The Six Million Dollar Man? It starred Lee Majors as astronaut/test pilot Steve Austin. After a horrible accident, government doctors “rebuilt” Austin by giving him “bionic” limbs. In the process, they made him “better, stronger and faster.”  To date, this particular technology has eluded us. Even so, […]
Learn How to Manage Your Health During Heart and Cancer Prevention Month
Did you know heart disease and cancer have several things in common? They are both massive health concerns, they share some of the same risk factors, and February is dedicated to raising awareness about them. Every February is designated American Heart Month and Cancer Prevention Month. It is an opportunity for healthcare professionals, advocacy organizations, […]
Tips for Fire Safety During National Burn Awareness Week
Did you know the first week in February is National Burn Awareness Week? It is an annual opportunity for burn care organizations, burn survivor support groups, and public safety professionals to increase awareness about burns, as well as the frequency and causes of burn injuries in America.  While fire safety during National Burn Awareness Week […]
3 Employment Tips for Tallahassee Employers to Start the New Year
Employment concerns are a relatively constant aspect of managing a business. Making good decisions can mean the difference between a successful new year and one that involves headaches, lost productivity, and potential lawsuits. Failing to establish sound hiring protocols, or procedures for handling inappropriate workplace behavior, for example, can lead to a number of avoidable […]
What Is Medical Malpractice and What Should You Know About It?
Most people are familiar with the term “medical malpractice,” but what does it really mean? From a legal perspective, it’s a serious violation of patient rights with a specific definition that far exceeds whether a patient is happy with the results of a medical treatment. It does not, however, apply to every medical mistake.  Medical […]
What are Structured Settlements and What Should I Know About Them?
Personal injury settlements are often reached before going to trial. They typically involve a monetary payment from the defendant to the plaintiff in exchange for an agreement to cease all further legal action. Such payments generally come in two forms: lump sums or structured payouts. A structured payout, or structured settlement, can provide regular payments […]
What You May Want to Bring to Your First Personal Injury Meeting
How much do you know about your potential first personal injury meeting? Unfortunately, offending parties and insurance companies do not always do the right thing when it comes to paying damages to victims. This is just one of the reasons why partnering with an experienced personal injury attorney is one of the best ways to […]