A Trusted Ally For The Injured
A new study published Wednesday in JAMA Surgery suggests there is a qualitative difference in the way female surgeons practice. The study suggests that patients treated by female surgeons have lower rates of adverse postoperative long-term outcomes including death...
As reported in Forbes, a lawsuit was recently filed in California against health insurer Cigna for using a software system which allowed healthcare claims to be systematically rejected in a matter of seconds without doctors ever opening patient medical records. The...
When personal injuries happen (through a car crash, slip-and-fall or medical malpractice), it is crucial to determine who is at fault so the injured party can claim the damages they are entitled to. Fault is the foundation of every personal injury claim. So, how is it...
You might not have thought about the safety difference between turning left and turning right before. After all, you can get injured doing either. Yet recent studies show that left turns are the more dangerous of the two, accounting for one in six intersection...
Abuse and neglect are unfortunately common in nursing homes. In 2021, approximately 1 out of six people aged 60 and older endured abuse in care settings. That said, you can take steps to ensure your friend’s or relative’s safety. Here are four ways you can protect...
When an older adult starts to develop significant issues with their short-term memory, this can create safety problems that may limit their ability to keep living independently. Due to a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s or dementia, many older adults find that they are safer...
Most people have a primary care physician who they see for routine concerns. People tend to deeply trust the physician who oversees their care. In modern medicine in the United States, primary care physicians are, essentially, medical gatekeepers. They evaluate...
While much of the country welcome springtime, northern Illinois residents realize we’re not out of the woods yet regarding wintry weather. All it takes is one big storm barreling in off Lake Michigan to create potentially deadly lake effect weather conditions. Snow...
Although most car crashes aren't deadly, collisions are still a leading cause of modern death across all demographic groups in the United States. When severe collisions occur, the people affected are often left dependent on insurance. Unfortunately, those who have...
If you share blame for a car crash in Illinois, your contribution will determine whether you can claim any compensation and the amount due to you. This is in line with the state’s modified comparative negligence rules. Here is a breakdown of what the law says. In...
