Today we are all about convenience. We want everything to be done fast and that includes getting from point A to point B. Walking and enjoying the sites is a thing of the past in most metro areas. The electric scooter has taken over and Atlanta is no exception. Electric scooters are located throughout a…
In an effort to provide an appropriate standard of care and prevent life-threatening complications, healthcare professionals across the country must maintain an understanding of the risks associated with blood transfusions and other procedures. In most cases, a blood transfusion is performed as a life-saving measure following surgery or a traumatic injury. Thus, imagine the devastation…
On any given day, thousands of individuals visit the properties of commercial businesses and organizations, trusting that they are safe. Yet, when dangerous conditions arise, customers and patrons could be seriously injured or even killed. As a result, individuals and families might be left with staggering medical bills and other costs. Perhaps most tragic, however,…
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…
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