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Medical Malpractice: More Common Than You Think

Personal Injury News | December 4, 2019

Choosing a doctor is a vitally important decision. If you are entrusting someone with your medical care, then you are effectively trusting them with your life. You should never feel unsafe around your doctor. Unfortunately, some physicians are more trustworthy than others. Do you know how common medical malpractice really is? Medical Malpractice Statistics According…

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Could You Cause a Distracted Driving Accident?

Personal Injury News | December 2, 2019

Just like with drowsy driving, many people underestimate how big of a problem distracted driving is. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), distracted driving caused over 3,000 deaths in 2017 alone. Distracted driving is more than just texting and driving. The NHTSA defines it as “any activity that diverts attention from driving, including…

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Drowsy Driving: More Dangerous Than You Think

Personal Injury News | December 2, 2019

Everyone knows the dangers of driving under the influence, but what about drowsy driving? In today’s fast-paced world, only a lucky few get as much sleep as they need. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that around one-third of Americans get less than the recommended seven hours of sleep every night. Drowsy driving, then,…

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Suing for Truck Accidents in New York

Personal Injury News | December 1, 2019

Everyone knows how devastating a truck accident can be. Unfortunately, you can do everything right and still have something go wrong. In the year 2014, there were over 11,000 reported truck accidents in the state of New York alone. Do you know who to pursue legal action against after a truck accident? Commercial Trucking Companies Many people believe that a truck accident is…

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Common Types of Medical Errors

Personal Injury News | November 29, 2019

Many people don’t realize how common medical errors are in the health profession. Everyone is human after all, even your doctor. Some medical errors are more damaging than others. Recovering from serious damages can be difficult, especially if the damages were permanent or life-threatening. The good news is that you may be able to financially…

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