Going through a surgery, treatment regimen, or other medical procedure to remedy an injury or illness is a trying experience. Unfortunately, these events do not always proceed according to plan. On occasion, that may be due to the negligence of a doctor or medical facility. However, proving medical malpractice in a court of law is a challenging undertaking that requires the experience of a proven and tested medical malpractice lawyer. If you believe you might… read more →
History of the Chiropractic Profession Chiropractors have been in business for 122 years. The profession began in 1895 with D.D. Palmer, the first official chiropractor. Palmer was in his office when the janitor, Harvey Lillard, entered to empty the trash can. Lillard was working shirtless and when he bent over to grab the trash can Palmer observed a misaligned vertebra. Palmer asked Lillard how the vertebra got out of alignment. Lillard responded stating that he… read more →
Brain injuries are one of the most serious types of injures you can have. It is important to get them treated as soon as possible. Brain injuries are common in car accidents. Even if you do not notice any symptoms immediately after an accident, you should still be checked out by a doctor. Sometimes symptoms do not show up for days or weeks after the accident. No matter what kind of accident you were in,… read more →
We’re all familiar with the concept of a waiver. Chances are you have signed one for yourself or a minor to be able to participate in some sort of activity that is deemed “dangerous” such that you explicitly agree to accept your own risk and hold the owner harmless. Skydiving, bungee jumping, hot dog eating contests are all prime examples of why a waiver may be necessary – because if something happens to someone while… read more →
You may be able to file for wrongful death if the death of your loved one was caused by someone else’s negligence. Your state may allow you to file on the behalf of the deceased’s estate. If you are successful and win a settlement, then you will either be able to keep it, or it will be distributed to other heirs of the estate. What is a Claim of Wrongful Death? If someone’s negligent behavior… read more →
