Although car accidents routinely result in serious injuries, not all injuries are readily apparent. In fact, due to a variety of factors, including the surge of adrenaline experienced during a car accident, many people walk away from car accidents feeling perfectly fine. However, these same people often experience symptoms hours—or even days—later....
Bicycling is popular throughout Long Island because it offers fresh air and exercise for commuters. Whether you ride a bicycle for exercise or for work, however, you are at risk every time you hit the road. Unfortunately, drivers often fail to obey the law and respect the rights of cyclists, which can...
After going through several long months of pregnancy, the last thing a new mother expects is for her baby to suffer birth injuries. Unfortunately, however, birth injuries occur every day, and many of them are due to the negligent behavior of doctors and other medical staff. In this article, we examine risk...
Cancer is a terrible disease. In many cases, a person’s survival is dependent on early detection and diagnosis. So, when a doctor fails to diagnose cancer early, it could literally mean the difference between life and death. Following a doctor’s failure to diagnose cancer, a case that may have been treatable is...
Car accidents can occur at any time. And although most people understand that it can be dangerous to drive during the snowy winter months, a high number of car accidents also take place in the spring. In fact, studies have found that fatal car crashes in the U.S. increase by 6% during...
Truck accidents are extremely common—and extremely dangerous. In fact, accidents involving commercial trucks are far more likely to result in serious injuries and fatalities than those involving other types of vehicles. These injuries translate into major medical bills, lost wages, and more.
Fortunately, by taking precautions, it’s possible to...
Heart disease is routinely misdiagnosed in the U.S. A heart disease misdiagnosis occurs when a medical professional delays or incorrectly diagnoses heart disease in a patient. Heart disease is often accompanied by atypical symptoms and comorbidities, making it difficult for many healthcare professionals to correctly diagnose their patients. In this article,...
As patients, we place the utmost trust in medical professionals. After all, when we need medical treatment, we literally place our lives in their hands. Unfortunately, when doctors are negligent, patients often suffer devastating injuries. Luckily, when a patient is injured due to the negligence of a medical professional, he or she...
It is estimated that as much as 10 percent of the elder population experiences abuse in some form. The horrifying consequences of elder abuse can lead to significant injuries. Several state and federal laws have been enacted to help curb elder abuse. Unfortunately, the problem remains widespread.
According to...
Exactech issued a recall for thousands of polyethylene plastic inserts used in knee and ankle replacements because the plastic may wear early, leading to implant failure and revision surgery.
Recalled Exactech Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE) Knee and Ankle Polyethylene Inserts fit in between metal components in knee and...
