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- What Kind of Mistakes Can Amount to Medical Malpractice?
Nov 12, 2019
Medical malpractice is a legal cause of action that can occur when a hospital, doctor or other health care professional deviates from a recognized standard of care and injures a patient, whether through a negligent act or omission. That is different from being unhappy with the outcome of a medical treatment, and it does not apply to every mistake. Successful malpractice claims often must establish three distinct elements: A violation of a standard...Read More - What Is Restitution and What Does It Mean for Crime Victims?
Nov 11, 2019
What is Restitution? Put simply, restitution is payment for an injury or loss. In a criminal case, a perpetrator of a crime may be ordered to pay restitution to a victim when his or her crime causes the victim a financial loss. This is different than a court-imposed fine, in that fines are paid to the government to deter future criminal behavior. Examples of restitution might include a shoplifter who is ordered to...Read More - Injured by a Prescription Drug Error? You May Have a Case.
Nov 4, 2019
Prescription drug errors violate trust and cause harm, sometimes serious harm. Unfortunately, this can be a much bigger problem than most people realize. The U.S. National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health recently published a More research revealed that as many as Under-dosing or overdosing Misdiagnosis or incorrect prescriptions Incorrect duration of medication Inaccurate frequency of medication Expired medications If you or...Read More - How A Wrongful Death Lawsuit Works
Oct 29, 2019
Losing a loved one is devastating under any circumstances. Losing a parent or child, however, due to negligence or an intentional act by another person can make the suffering unbearable. While nothing can bring them back, a “wrongful death” claim can hold the liable party accountable regardless of whether he or she is convicted in a criminal proceeding. A wrongful death claim is a civil action, usually brought by close family members of the...Read More - Safety Tips for Trick-or-Treating this Halloween
Oct 28, 2019
Kids love Halloween! School parties, scary costumes, and trick-or-treating make for exciting childhood experiences. While it is an event that we can all get excited about, Halloween also presents a number of safety risks. Did you know, for example, that children are twice as likely to be hit by a car and killed on Halloween than any other day of the year? It is a nightmarish statistic, but one that can be combated through safety...Read More - SPEAK UP! October Is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Oct 21, 2019
October is Domestic violence affects millions of people across every racial, ethnic, religious, social, and economic boundary. The issue is commonly associated with physical violence against women and, while true, it includes many other alarming behaviors, such as stalking, rape, intimidation, threats, harassment, and emotional aggression. Men are also victims of domestic violence, although women suffer in much greater numbers. Children and other loved ones often suffer indirectly but, in all situations,...Read More - Resources and Tools to Support Those You Love Battling Breast Cancer
Oct 16, 2019
The diagnosis of breast cancer is one of the most horrifying to receive. This form of cancer can appear in anyone with breast cells and tissues. Contrary to popular belief it is a diagnosis that not only women receive, but men as well, although the number of those impacted is far less. In fact, the National Breast Cancer Foundation Did you know, in addition to the belief that men cannot get breast cancer,...Read More - 3 Issues Your College Student May Encounter This Semester
Sep 30, 2019
The fall college semester is in full swing. This means young adult students across the country are engaged in rigorous academic and social endeavors away from home, many for the first time. While these pressures are part of the college experience, students should be prepared for certain challenges they may face. As parents, we know that you help them prepare for the future. Let us share three frequently seen issues that we help our...Read More - Get Involved in Your Community’s Preparedness this National Preparedness Month
Sep 23, 2019
As September is National Preparedness Month, we are helping raise awareness about the importance of getting involved in your community’s planning and preparedness. Unfortunately, emergency situations can arise at any time, many of which are not foreseen ahead of time. Even if you already have a plan for yourself and your loved ones, being involved in your community’s disaster preparations can help you stay connected to the resources available in your local area. In honor...Read More - Teach Youth to Prepare for Disasters This National Preparedness Month
Sep 17, 2019
Did you know that September is National Preparedness Month? Emergency situations, inclement weather, and natural disasters can occur at any time and without much notice. While disaster planning, response, and recovery efforts are typically led by adults, it is important to teach youth to also prepare for disasters. To help accomplish this, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) offers numerous resources to help involve youth in disaster planning. In honor of National Preparedness Month, let...Read More