A broken neck is any fracture to one or more of the vertebrae in the neck, technically called a “cervical fracture.” Although a popular myth is that all broken necks are fatal, the truth is that many people survive these injuries. However, the outlook for recovery depends on many factors,…
Shoulder dystocia is a serious medical complication during delivery, in which a baby’s head has passed through the birth canal but the shoulders are stuck behind the pubic bone. Shoulder dystocia can lead to serious problems for both mother and child if not addressed. Many doctors are unaware of how…
According to the Dayton Daily News, a woman in her 60s was attacked by a pack of dogs in her backyard. The dogs belonged to her neighbor, which were apparently drawn to the woman when they spotted her with her small dog. Media reports state that the woman had just…
Cruise ship deaths are tragic but, unfortunately, not rare. The Independent reports on a recent wrongful death lawsuit involving Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines. The lawsuit stems from the death of a toddler who fell from the window from the cruise liner’s eleventh floor. According to the story, the company has…
The New York Times has published a shocking report on the rise of pharmacy negligence, in particular dispensing the wrong medications to the wrong patients. Pharmacists themselves have complained that these mix-ups are unsurprising given the stress that they are under. Corporate Performance Metrics to Blame As reported in the…
Having a limb amputated is an expensive, life-changing event. It is also one that is rife with complications that can last a lifetime. An amputation is rarely a “one time” event. Instead, victims can continue to suffer and require additional medical care to deal with the host of complications. Surgical…
Each year, Florida ranks among the worst states in the country for pedestrian deaths. News reports are filled with the grisly stories of pedestrians cut down by motorists, such as the taxi cab that crashed into a pedestrian in Miami Beach in December. Fortunately, the city of Miami is aware…
When a patient suffers a concussion, they can experience a range of debilitating symptoms, including headaches, confusion, problems with coordination or balance, and mood changes. But concussion patients could also experience intracranial bleeding, which can have even more dire consequences, including death. Fortunately, a new blood test can help doctors…
Florida, like other states, gives injured victims a limited amount of time to sue for injuries suffered. This is true in medical malpractice cases involving children injured during labor and delivery. Florida’s statute of limitations states that a lawsuit must be brought within 2 years of the negligent treatment or…
Dog bites are serious injuries, and millions of Americans soon find themselves in the emergency room for stitches, booster shots, and other medical treatment as a result of a canine sinking its teeth into the patient’s skin. Medical care is expensive, and many victims have tens of thousands of dollars…
