Playing sports is associated with many positive developments for children and teens, including lower body weight and increased self-esteem. However, the statistics are very clear that millions of children suffer concussions while playing competitive sports. And when concussions remain undiagnosed, children are at greater risk of suffering long-term complications. Below,…
Many people shudder at the words “root canal” and for good reason. When a tooth becomes badly infected, your dentist might perform a root canal procedure, which basically consists of removing the pulp and nerve. The tooth is then sealed to prevent further damage. Sadly, many careless dentists botch root…
Like other municipalities, Miami-Dade regulates dog ownership for the safety of the general public as well as your dogs. Anyone violating an ordinance can be fined but, just as importantly, risks getting sued if their dog hurts someone. At Dolan Dobrinsky Rosenblum Bluestein, LLP, our premises liability attorneys can help…
Losing a loved one is a shocking event. There are so many questions that people might have, including whether the death could have been prevented. Other questions revolve around whether the defendant can be held accountable in civil court. Each wrongful death case is different, and there is no one…
Most deliveries happen without a hitch. However, some births are more traumatic than normal. A careless obstetrician can injure a child in the act of delivery, but symptoms might not show up for a considerable amount of time. The brachial plexus is a network of nerves located between the neck…
Few people imagine that they will be injured in their sleep, but defective beds and mattresses can do just that. Recently, manufacturers issued recalls for several bed frames, mattresses, and bunk beds because they posed unacceptable risk of injury. Each year, defective products injure thousands of people unwittingly and cost…
We’re pleased and excited to announce this year’s scholarship winner! Each year, Dolan Dobrinsky Rosenblum Bluestein, LLP awards one incoming or continuing law student a scholarship to help with tuition costs. We look forward to receiving applications each year from students, who we believe represent the top of their class,…
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has detailed requirements for drug testing that trucking companies must follow. Specifically, any driver who was involved in an accident should be tested. Pre-employment testing is also required, as is testing if the employer has reason to believe a trucker is high. Any…
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) like concussions cause many problems, such as impaired memory or loss of balance and coordination. A little known side effect, however, is the effect on sleep. Recent research shows that many of those who suffer from concussions end up with a range of sleep disorders. Poor…
According to the American Cancer Society, roughly 1 in 8 men will receive a prostate cancer diagnosis in their lifetime. Many other men will suffer from an enlarged prostate even without getting cancer, and the only treatment could be surgery. Prostate surgery, however, carries many complications. And careless surgeons who…
