Archive for June, 2009

According to a report by the Institute of Medicine, medical errors and negligence are responsible for at least 44,000 deaths each year in the United States and possibly as many as 98,000 each year. Sadly, cervical cancer makes up a large number of these deaths. If a woman develops cervical cancer–even though Pap Smears were being performed on a regular basis at the suggestion of a physician, negligence may be the cause. Doctors and hospitals must properly perform and ...

A cave-in occurs when a trench collapses. Tons of dirt often bury workers when such incidents occur. Regulations designed to prevent injury caused by cave-ins are in effect. The failure of a company to abide by such safety regulations constitutes negligence.

More and more people each day are experiencing the pain of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. This is a common form of repetitive stress injury which commonly occurs when a person’s wrists are exposed to repetitive strain on a regular basis. Carpal tunnel syndrome can lead to impaired or lost nerve function, reduced muscle control and reduced grip strength.

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome can lead to high medical bills as well as time lost from work. If you or someone you love ...

Millions of car wrecks damage vehicles, property, and lives each year.

If the accident is minor, the parties can exchange insurance information, file a police report, and get on with their lives. But in a serious accident where personal injury occurs, loss of mobility, loss of income, medical expenses, rehabilitation, and mental suffering can follow.

Victims are entitled to money to cover their losses. But they’re also possibly entitled to compensatory damages and, in extreme cases, punitive damages if ...

American workers are electrocuted on the job and experiencing work-related fatalities by increasing numbers, according to the Burn Survivor Resource Center. Contact with overhead power lines accounts for about two-fifths of fatal electrocutions.

Chemical burns occur when the skin is in contact with strong acids or alkalids. The chemical will continue to “eat” away the skin and its deeper layers until it’s washed away. Common chemicals found both in the home and at the workplace include bleach, boric acid, paint thinner, ...

Falls, construction accidents, traffic accidents, sporting accidents can all be the cause of broken bones. There are two common types of broken bones. Simple fractures are when the skin is non puctured. A compound fracture happens when the skin is pierced by the broken bone. When broken bones are caused by the negligence of others, you should have your case evaluated by a competent injury legal team.

Sudden trauma to the brain can cause damage. Tramatic brain injury can be the result of auto accidents, falls, accidents at home or work, and athletic accidents. Brain injuries may lead to speech problems, loss of earing, speach, or sense of touch, paralysis, and other serious problems. About one half of severly injured patients will need surgery. If you are a family member has suffered a brain injury as a result of the negligence of another, you should have your ...

Sudden trauma to the brain can cause damage. Brain damage can be the result of auto accidents, falls, accidents at home or work, and athletic accidents. Brain damage may lead to speech problems, loss of earing, speach, or sense of touch, paralysis, and other serious problems. About one half of severly injured patients will need surgery. If you are a family member has suffered brain damage as a result of the negligence of another, you should have your case reviewed ...

An accident has occurred, and now you have seriously injured your back. Back injuries can result in pain, lost work, inconvenience, and possibly other serious health problems. Back injuries can impair you for the rest of your life.

If you or someone you love has been involved in a serious yet preventable accident and has injured their back, it is crucial to obtain capable and knowledgeable legal representation as quickly in the process as possible.

Children and adults love the exciting escape from day to day activities that amusement parks and carnivals provide. But sometimes mechanical hazards, employee mistakes and unsafe behavior, or ride malfunction allow children and adult to be injured on roller coasters and other thrill rides. Sometimes these accidents are serious.

It is estimated that more than 10,000 injuries are caused by amusement park rides each year. If you or a loved one has been injured by a ride, amusement ride ...

Millions of auto accidents wreck vehicles, property, and lives each year.

If the accident is minor, the parties can exchange insurance information, file a police report, and get on with their lives. But in a serious accident where personal injury occurs, loss of mobility, loss of income, medical expenses, rehabilitation, and mental suffering can follow.

Victims are entitled to money to cover their losses. But they’re also possibly entitled to compensatory damages and, in extreme cases, punitive damages if the accident was ...

Asbestos and silica have been widely used in many American industries, used to create many products – and caused health problems for many of those exposed.

Silica is the second most common mineral in the earth’s crust, and silicosis is a disabling and sometimes fatal lung disease caused by overexposure to it. More than 1 million U.S. workers are exposed to crystalline silica, and more than 250 American workers die with silicosis each year. No cure exists for the disease, but ...

Businesses which permit the service of alcohol to minors or intoxicated persons may be liable for the negligent acts comiited by such persons. A prompt and thorough investigation of such conduct is required. Over-service of alcohol occurs when a person is served alcohol after he is observed to be intoxicated, in violation of the law. Texas Law imposes liability on alcohol servers who provide alcohol to obviously intoxicated persons.

Air traffic is increasing every year, and so is the risk of aviation accidents. Pilot error, faulty equipment, design problems, neglegent employess and air traffic controlers are some of the causes of airplane accidents. Generally, air traffic is safe, but accidents do occur. If you have been injured in an airplane accident, you need an attorney to review your case. 18 wheeler, be sure to contact a qualified personal injury lawyer at Ted Machi & Associates, P.C.

The complicated legal issues involved in an 18-wheeler accident incorporate Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, Hazardous Materials Regulations, Hours of Service, State and Federal Rules, and corporate liability. Department of Transportation rules are not always followed by drivers and corporations. Driving too many hours, falsifying travel logs, and improper maintenance on an 18 wheeler complicate matters. If you, a family member, or friend are involved in an accident with an 18 wheeler, be sure to contact a qualified personal injury ...

Roofing is a particularly dangerous occupation due to the danger of falling. Fall protection should be provided by employers utilizing roofers. Perimeter protection is the way that employers can protect workers who are working near the edge of a building.