Decoding the Complexities of Medical Device Recalls: A Guide to Legal Rights and Safety
medical |January 01th, 2024
In December of 2023 alone, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recalled seven medical devices, including infusion pumps to deliver medicines that are incompatible with syringes, cameras to examine a patient’s airway that could cause burns, and a magnetic resonance system that could explode du..
READ MOREThe Impact of Medical Device Failures on Patient Safety and Legal Remedies
medical |December 12th, 2023
Understanding the legal aspects becomes important when patients suffer injuries due to faulty medical devices. These claims often involve proving a defect in the medical device directly caused the injury. Documenting the injury’s impact, such as medical records and treatment details, is a key ..
READ MOREUnderstanding Your Rights in Medical Device Recall Cases
medical |December 12th, 2023
Medical device recalls occur when manufacturers realize a product is not safe or effective. These recalls can happen for various reasons, such as defects, health risks, or inaccuracies in labeling or instructions. When a recall is announced, patients need to understand their rights and the implicati..
READ MOREWhat Happens When There is Medical Malpractice After a Car Accident Injury or Illness?
medical |January 01th, 2023
According to Kaiser Health News (KHN), a 68-year-old man, Jean Louis-Charles, died hours after spinal fusion surgery to fix a continuous neck and back pain he was experiencing that resulted from a car crash. The spinal fusion procedure involved replacing three disks with an implant that the doctor,..
READ MORENew Contaminant Found in Popular Medications
medical |October 10th, 2022
Nitrosamines, which have been linked to cancer, have been found in Zantac, Januvia, and generic valsartan. Furthermore, the Food and Drug Administration announced that traces of a potential carcinogen were discovered in samples of a popular diabetes drug manufactured by Merck, marking the latest ins..
READ MOREFINDING THE BEST PHYSICAL THERAPIST
medical |November 11rd, 2018
FINDING THE BEST PHYSICAL THERAPIST By Zach Russell You already know the top physical therapists to visit in NOLA, but how do you know when you’ve found the right one? The physical therapist needs to suit your needs and make your time pleasant. Here are some qualities to look for when seeking out ..
READ MOREINSURANCE CLAIM TAKING TOO LONG?
medical |November 11rd, 2018
If and when you are involved in an accident resulting in personal injury, be aware of the time that passes. In the case of an insurance company taking too long to process your claim, it might be time for you to take action. Ask questions You don’t have to live in the dark. If you READ MORE
MOST COMMON INJURIES CAUSED BY CAR ACCIDENT
medical |November 11rd, 2018
According to the WHO (World Health Organization), more than three million people are injured every year in road accidents across the United States, causing considerable economic losses to victims and their families. The severity of the injuries will depend on each circumstance at the time of the acc..
READ MOREWHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SOFT TISSUE INJURIES
medical |November 11rd, 2018
When a motor vehicle accident occurs, the impact of the crash will make everyone inside move abruptly and roughly. The force of the impact can cause soft tissue to stretch considerably, resulting in significant damage. This jolt movement very often can cause injuries. Soft tissue injuries are the on..
READ MORECHEST INJURIES IN A CAR CRASH
medical |November 11rd, 2018
Thoracic injuries are common after a car accident. The damage could be caused by blunt force or penetration. Penetrating chest injuries can lacerate or injure lungs, heart or major blood vessels. Symptoms of chest trauma can be roughly the same, regardless of whether the trauma was blunt force or pe..
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