Motorcycle accidents are more likely than car accidents to include serious injury or death. A motorcyclist is 35 times more likely to die in a motorcycle accident versus a car accident. In fact, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, thousands of motorcycle deaths happen every year in the United States. When motorcycle accidents do not result in death, they can still cause catastrophic injuries including paralysis, broken bones, spinal cord injuries, and quadriplegia. Because of the gravity and seriousness of these accidents, motorcyclists should learn the most common types of causes of motorcycle accidents, and how to prevent them or reduce the risk of having them. Safety First Before learning about the most common types of motorcycle accidents......
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August 7th, 2019Surgical procedures sometimes end tragically
August 7th, 2019Many Louisiana and Mississippi residents have undergone a cardiac procedure of some sort, or at least have seen a close friend or family member do so. Most people would agree that surgical procedures dealing with the heart can be very stressful for the patient, of course, but also for people witnessing their loved one go through such an experience. Many patients survive the ordeal, but unfortunately, a woman in another state died during open-heart surgery, and several members of her family have filed a lawsuit alleging negligence led to her death....
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July 29th, 2019Most Louisiana and Mississippi residents have had to visit a pharmacy to have a prescription filled, and in fact, some people requiring medication for a chronic condition do so regularly. Pharmacists must complete years of education and training in order to properly and safely perform their job duties, so clients should feel safe knowing they will receive the correct type and dosage of medication, along with appropriate instructions for use. However, occasionally, a prescription will be filled incorrectly, and when this happens, the patient’s life may be in danger. As an example, a man in another state died when he was given a different medication than his doctor intended, and the executrix of his estate is now suing the pharmacy......
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