It’s no secret that Americans take more pills than ever before. In fact, more than half of individuals across “pill nation” regularly take a prescription medication—four, on average, as noted in a 2017 survey taken by Consumer Reports. Though many prescription drugs are deemed necessary to improve one’s life, some are not. What’s more is…
When it comes to whistleblowing, one needn’t look far, as current headlines surrounding Theranos and its CEO Elizabeth Holmes demonstrate that reporting misconduct does make a difference. By all accounts, speaking up when something is ethically or legally wrong can upend a company’s bottom line, as explained by Marketplace online. Yet, being a whistleblower is…
In a case presented by the American Dental Society of Anesthesiology, a 40 year old woman with severe dental caries and acute abscesses reported to the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine for full mouth extraction under deep sedation/general anesthesia. The surgical plan was extensive, as it planned to remove the 25 remaining teeth…
Is It Enough To Sustain A Medical Malpractice Lawsuit? Among the five diseases that Americans fear the most, Cancer can strike quickly and bring a host of debilitating side effects, painful surgeries and rigorous treatment programs. Though survival rates have improved over the years, depending on the type of cancer, there remains no known cure.…
To any degree, burn injuries are painful, and can occur in a number of different scenarios. From automobile accidents to poorly manufactured products, failure to warn individuals of an impending risk, house fires or an unsafe work environment, questions circle around the idea of negligence. What’s more, if negligence is a factor, how does one…
While holiday shoppers and visitors crowd the streets of Atlanta this month, property and business owners must take into consideration the safety of those that are welcomed or invited onto their property. A full inspection of a premise should be performed, and any dangers should be corrected or blocked off in an attempt to prevent…
Originally approved by the Food and Drug Administration as a sterilization option for women seeking an alternative to the standard tubal ligation procedure, Essure consists of two small metal coils. The coils are implanted into the Fallopian tubes where they create scar tissue that ultimately prevents fertilization. However, upon receiving the device, a growing number…
As a new kind of “car and driver for hire” system, rideshare companies such as Uber and Lyft continue to gain popularity, particularly across metro-Atlanta. However, rideshare drivers are not immune to accidents, and those injured as a result are facing an array of legal challenges. In part, this is due to the fact that…
Under the premise that proper alignment of the spine and musculoskeletal structure enables the body to heal itself naturally, chiropractic therapy is a pain relief alternative involving hands-on manipulation or “adjustments.” Generally speaking, chiropractic care is safe and effective, when delivered by a qualified chiropractor that considers a patient’s complete health history and other conditions.…
Imagine that you are walking into an office building when you slip and fall on a wet or icy surface on the sidewalk, resulting in a serious back injury. In turn, suppose you are working next to a construction site, and you become ill after being exposed to toxic fumes or chemicals. Moreover, what if…
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