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What Is Medical Malpractice? Medical malpractice is an act or omission of normal and accepted care. To prove a doctor is truly negligent, a victim needs to prove 4 key pieces of evidence: There was a legal duty of care the doctor was responsible for.The doctor breached this duty by failing to follow standard procedures.There is a direct relationship between the breach of duty and the...

When you have a consultation with a personal injury lawyer, you should have some questions prepared to decide if they’re the right fit for you. In this article, we’ll tell you everything you need to prepare for your consultation. You’ll find information on: How to talk to a personal injury lawyerQuestions to ask a personal injury lawyerQuestions a personal injury lawyer asks youWhat to do...

What Is Nursing Home Neglect? Nursing home neglect is a form of elder abuse against seniors living in nursing homes. Elders receiving sub-par, inadequate, and improper care from their nursing home can face serious health concerns. Neglect is a dangerous and one of the most frequent forms of abuse in nursing homes, which will lead to an inevitable death if not handled properly.  Families...

Nursing homes and long-term care facilities are supposed to help elders age gracefully with proper care and attention. Families often drain savings and work tirelessly to find adequate accommodations for their elderly loved ones. It’s incredibly disturbing when an elder dies too soon because of a nursing home’s abuse and neglect.   Oddly enough, there are few studies that properly address...

Wrongful death lawsuits seek retributions from wrongdoers (defendants) for their negligence. In wrongful death lawsuits, a personal injury lawyer argues that a person’s death could have easily been prevented if not for the defendant’s negligence or intentional actions.  Each state has different laws on the statute of limitations. Today, we’ll go over some frequently asked questions on...

Workers compensation helps provide compensation to injured workers. This means you receive compensation for any wages lost and medical expenses. Workers compensation allows injured workers to recover from their injuries securely and prevents lawsuits for employers. If you have a case with little complications and minor injuries, you likely won’t need a lawyer. But if your case is more...

Returning to work is a highly anticipated end-goal for almost any traumatic brain injury (TBI) survivor. It’s nearly impossible to predict whether or not you’ll have the same function and ability before your TBI, but you are entitled to return to work if your health permits it. Dealing with a TBI is challenging for both employers and employees, as your TBI will have major physical,...

What Is An Independent Medical Exam (IME) An independent medical exam (IME) is an exam you have with a unbiased third-party doctor to assess your workplace injuries. A workers comp doctor determines the severity of your injuries, and makes an analysis on when they believe you can return to work.  Your IME is an essential part of securing and evaluating your settlement. But dealing...

Also Read: What Is Workers Compensation? Workers Comp Doctor Evaluation An important step in receiving your workers comp is attending your independent medical exam (IME). This exam can make or break a workers comp case for many injured workers. During an IME, your insurance company’s doctor evaluates your injuries, and determines how long it’ll take for you to likely recover. ...

Receiving Disability For Your Traumatic Brain Injury Traumatic brain injuries range from mild to severe, and can be caused by almost anything: sports, work, a car accident, or even just a bad trip. You deserve compensation for any traumatic brain injury that’s negatively affected your life, including: Concussions Anoxic brain injuriesBrain contusionsPenetrating brain...