While it may seem that any person who causes an accident that results in a fatality should be liable for wrongful death, Maryland laws require specific circumstances to make those claims. If family members want to pursue wrongful death cases, they must prove these...
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Three medical conditions that doctors frequently misdiagnose
Regular checkups with a doctor are essential for detecting early signs of illness. Unfortunately, physicians and other medical professionals often fail to identify underlying conditions, even when those conditions could prove fatal without timely intervention....
Examining data on pedestrian injuries
Whether you like to walk for fun, as a way to get exercise or because it is a more convenient way to get to work or take care of other responsibilities, you need to understand the hazards you could encounter on the road. Every year, far too many pedestrians become...
What are complications of bedsores?
Bedsores refer to injuries of the skin and underlying tissues that occur when a part of the body receives pressure for too long of a time. Though bedsores can occur just about anywhere, they typically develop over bony areas of the body, such as the hips, tailbone,...
What back injuries may result from slip and fall incidents?
Back injuries can happen for many reasons. In particular, slip and fall incidents send many people to the emergency room every year and do even more damage than most people know. What type of back injuries commonly occur because of slip and fall incidents? What should...
Teen driver-involved crashes rise during 100 Deadliest Days
Each year, teenage driver-involved car crashes increase across Maryland and the rest of the United States during a period known as summer’s 100 Deadliest Days. The name refers to the stretch of time that occurs between Memorial Day and Labor Day when most high school...
What are possible dangers from cuts or lacerations?
When you shop in a place of business in Maryland, you do not expect to suffer a fall onto a hard floor. Unfortunately, due to the negligence of a business owner or manager, sometimes a customer slips and falls. Experiencing a sudden drop to the ground may result in a...
What hazards should you know about in nursing homes?
Putting your loved one in a nursing home can alleviate some of your responsibilities. A good facility will provide high-quality care, customized assistance and opportunities for socializing. However, sometimes hazards can put your family member at risk of a severe...
Responsibility of business owners to prevent slips and falls
A slip and fall refer to when an individual receives injuries from slipping and falling on someone else's property. Although the prevention of all falls is not always possible, business owners do have a responsibility to minimize hazards in both the interior and...
How can you detect neglect in a nursing home?
For most families, deciding to transition a loved one to a nursing home is not a simple decision. Like many others, you have probably spent hours comparing options, visiting facilities and helping your family member prepare for the adjustment. Suspecting that a person...