Residents of Georgia who undergo surgical procedures expect things to go smoothly. Unfortunately, that doesn’t always happen, and medical malpractice sometimes occurs. One study shows that there is a link between surgical errors and stress. What can cause stress in...
Anyone who drives a commercial truck must follow state and federal guidelines regarding the number of hours spent on the road. These guidelines are in place to keep other drivers safe. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's Hours of Service regulations...
Trucks are a common sight on Georgia roads. Since they are traveling at such significant speeds, going great distances, and are so massive, a collision can cause untold damage and even death. When there is a truck wreck, those who were impacted should think about the...
Sick and injured individuals place immense trust in medical professionals to understand and treat their various ailments but instead of finding relief, many patients experience deteriorated health due to misdiagnosis. According to the AARP, here are four of the most...
Medical malpractice is a serious issue plaguing the health and wellness industries and impacting millions of individuals and their families each year. If you have experienced a wrong-site, wrong-procedure or wrong-patient surgery in Georgia, understanding your rights...
When most people discuss injuries sustained in healthcare settings, they think of botched surgeries, misdiagnoses and medication errors. However, in a hospital, there are daily instances of injuries caused by medical personnel working hands-on with patients. Patient...
Medical malpractice is a niche area of law that provides victims the opportunity to hold medical professionals accountable for wrongdoing that results in serious injuries. This is important for a number of reasons, including: Funds. First, it can lead to funds to help...
Doctors are more likely to misdiagnose a serious condition when it is one of the “big three” diseases. Georgia patients need to remain vigilant when undergoing testing to ensure that their physicians are looking for the right disease or condition, as a misdiagnosis...
If your physician doesn’t have an open mind, their bias can contribute toward cognitive errors. This may lead to a misdiagnosis of your condition. If you are misdiagnosed, your time and money spent on getting a correct diagnosis are not the only things that get...
In the state of Georgia, you're legally obligated to stay at the scene if you're involved in an accident. Unfortunately, some drivers break this law by taking off anyway, making it even harder for you to deal with the aftermath. If this happens to you, it's important...
