Bedsores or pressure wounds often develop in patients that are stationary for extended periods of time, due to a lack of blood flow to a specific area of the body. Unfortunately, bedsores are one of the first signs of neglect. Usually, bedsores are located in areas such as the back, tailbone, and shoulders. The constant pressure placed on these areas … Read the rest
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Asthma Can Be Fatal
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDCP), there are 18.4 million people in the United States who suffer from asthma. Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition that makes it difficult for a person to breathe. When an individual has asthma his or her airways narrow, swell, and cause excess mucus, which triggers coughing, wheezing, and shortness of … Read the rest
Improper Administration, Monitoring, and Removal of Surgical Staples May Give Rise to Medical Malpractice
In the healthcare field, surgical staples are often used to close an incision from an operation or a wound. Surgical staples connect skin together using a disposable stapler. Once the wound is healed, a special stapler remover will be used to remove the existing staples. However, if the insertion or removal of these staples is not completed properly, a patient … Read the rest
OSHA Entitles Construction Site Employees to Certain Rights
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is responsible for developing safety measures as well as establishing regulations to protect construction site workers from injuries. In the event that an incident occurs, OSHA will investigate. Like all workers, construction site workers must be provided with a safe working environment that is free of health and safety hazards. … Read the rest
Medical Negligence in Cataract Surgery
Today, surgery for cataracts has become extremely common. A cataract is a clouding of a person’s eye lens causing their vision to be impaired. Many individuals opt to undergo a surgical procedure in order to improve their ability to see. However, some individuals do experience complications as a result of this surgery.… Read the rest
Scaffold Accidents Are on the Rise
As New York City continues to build, the number of streets seemingly overwhelmed with scaffolding continues to increase. A significant concern among New Yorkers is the danger these structures pose to the public as pedestrians walk beneath them on a daily basis. Recently, there has been an increase in scaffold-related accidents leaving victims with serious injuries.… Read the rest
Negligent Security Personnel May Result in Compensation for Injuries
Many people visit a bar, lounge, or nightclub to relax and spend time with their family and friends. With patrons often consuming alcohol, a major concern among restaurant owners is the potential for fights to occur in their establishment. With that being said, oftentimes, these establishments will hire security personnel to ensure the safety of its staff members and customers. … Read the rest
Medical Negligence During a Routine Colonoscopy
In the United States, colorectal cancer is the second-leading cause of death. Colonoscopies are an essential part of diagnosing colon cancer. However, colonoscopies can result in serious or sometimes fatal injuries if not completed correctly. A colonoscopy is a procedure conducted by a gastroenterologist to assess the large intestine for polyps, inflammation, and bacteria. According to the American Cancer Society, … Read the rest
Intersection Crashes
The volume of traffic accidents at intersections are not only becoming more common but are also resulting in more serious injuries and fatalities. An intersection is the crossing over of two roads with cars traveling in different directions at the same time. Ordinarily, accidents that occur in an intersection are the result of one driver failing to yield to traffic, … Read the rest
Long Island Traffic Deaths Declined in 2017
Newsday
reported that Long Island saw fewer fatalities on the road last year than in the previous year. Safer cars, red-light cameras, increased traffic patrols and motorists better educating themselves on driver safety were cited for the reduction.… Read the rest
