Many people have the incorrect idea that when a victim files a personal injury lawsuit he or she can get “lucky” and collect millions of dollars in damages for very slight injuries. The fact is that many states place a cap or limit on the damages that can be collected in all types of personal injury cases, making it very unlikely that a victim will be able to recover unlimited compensation. What Are Florida Damage… read more →
A “never event” is a term that applies to something that occurs in a healthcare setting that would never happen if proper care were taken to ensure patient safety. Never events are critical in proving medical malpractice and therefore have become the focus of attention in many of these cases. The underlying idea behind never events is that, with proper planning and preparation, healthcare workers would never commit certain acts or omissions. When patients are… read more →
Robotic surgery seems like something from science fiction, but it is a reality in an increasing number of hospitals and medical facilities. However, the initial excitement over robotic surgery has cooled somewhat in the face of problems that have developed as these procedures become more widespread. The Explosion of Robotic Surgery Robot-assisted surgery was conceived as an idea that machines could help surgeons perform difficult operations more accurately and effectively. Besides the fact that machines… read more →
When you are involved in any type of accident, you may need access to your medical records in order to file a claim against the person who caused your injuries. However, if you are not familiar with the process of obtaining your medical records or your rights in this regard, you may have trouble collecting the necessary information for your claim. It is a good idea to educate yourself about your rights under the law… read more →
Truck Driver vs Trucking Company Liability can be complicated When a semi-truck driver causes an accident, liability would seem to be a foregone conclusion. However, while many “big rig” drivers work for companies that carry liability insurance in the event of an accident, many others are independent contractors who are responsible for carrying their own coverage. In fact, many of these drivers own their own rigs and work on jobs for many different companies, making… read more →
