Many Florida residents suffer from heart problems, and as a result, they may require a pacemaker. Pacemakers have leads, which are special wires that attach to the heart muscle and deliver energy. Sometimes one or more of these leads may need to be removed due to a fracture, scar tissue,… Continue reading Spectranetics Bridge Occlusion Balloon Catheter Recalled
Continue ReadingSloppy Sutures and Their Complications
After an intense surgery lasting several hours, wound care might not be the first thing on your doctor’s mind. However, even the most successful surgery can go awry if the wound is not properly stitched when it’s time to close it up. Believe it or not, stitching up the wound… Continue reading Sloppy Sutures and Their Complications
Continue ReadingMost Common Types of Spinal Injuries in Florida/Nation
Approximately 12,500 people in the United States are diagnosed with spinal cord injuries every year. Spinal cord injuries are no laughing matter. They can cause mobility issues and paralysis. Most spinal cord injuries are long-lasting and even permanent. A person with such an injury may never be able to walk… Continue reading Most Common Types of Spinal Injuries in Florida/Nation
Continue ReadingCommon Reasons Pharmacists Make Mistakes
Medical malpractice can occur in a variety of ways. Sometimes it happens during surgery, but it can also happen anytime while under the care of a licensed medical professional. A growing number of cases, though, are happening at your local pharmacy. Every year, medication errors affect 7 million Americans. Adverse… Continue reading Common Reasons Pharmacists Make Mistakes
Continue ReadingAuto-Pedestrian Accidents in Miami: What You Should Know
For those who love sun and fun, Miami is the ultimate destination. It offers gorgeous beaches, warm weather, world-class golf and a nightlife that other cities envy. If you’re looking for something to do once the sun goes down, your options in Miami are unlimited. In Miami, the party never ends.… Continue reading Auto-Pedestrian Accidents in Miami: What You Should Know
Continue ReadingDetermining Fault and Liability in Serious Car Accidents
You were driving to work when a speeding car rear-ends you. You suffered a broken arm and whiplash as a result of the impact. Your medical bills exceeded $50,000 and you had to take a month off work to recover. What happens next? Will you receive compensation from the other… Continue reading Determining Fault and Liability in Serious Car Accidents
Continue ReadingHelping Miami Residents with Hurricane Insurance Claims
Hurricane Irma left Florida several weeks ago, but the damage still remains. Insurance payments are expected to exceed $25 billion, with FEMA claims possibly reaching $15 billion. Those who have escaped uninjured from the flooding and winds now have the challenging task of trying to rebuild their homes – and… Continue reading Helping Miami Residents with Hurricane Insurance Claims
Continue ReadingSpotting and Reporting Intoxicated Drivers in Miami
After a night of partying, many Miami residents and tourists act in a responsible manner and have others drive them home. Some, however, choose to drive even though they are intoxicated. This is a careless, dangerous action that can cause serious car accidents. Many of these crashes end up severely… Continue reading Spotting and Reporting Intoxicated Drivers in Miami
Continue ReadingBrain Injury Due to Employer Supplying Faulty Hard Hats
If you work in the construction industry, you probably know by now that wearing a hard hat is a good safety measure to take while working. Head injuries account for 9 percent of injuries to laborers, and while that might not seem like a huge amount, that number would be… Continue reading Brain Injury Due to Employer Supplying Faulty Hard Hats
Continue ReadingDangers of Lane Diving in Miami
If you aren’t familiar with the dangers of lane diving, motorcyclist and artist Cynthia Fleischmann, who lost her leg in a lane diving accident in 2015, can tell you all about it. Since that time, both Fleischmann and a friend who was riding along side her and also suffered injuries… Continue reading Dangers of Lane Diving in Miami
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