Many people develop food poisoning at some point in their lives. From undercooked meat to unclean preparation techniques, food poisoning is unpleasant and could cause complications. While food poisoning is common and usually does not cause lasting harm, some cases can be harmful and cause severe distress to the victim. In these cases, the victim…
Personal Injury
Are Dating Sites Liable for Dates That Turn Violent?
Research shows 15% of American adults have used dating sites, or almost 38 million people. Some of the most popular dating sites and apps are eHarmony, Match.com, Bumble, Tinder, Plenty of Fish, and OKCupid. While dating sites and apps can be excellent ways to meet people with similar goals and interests, they can also be…
What Is Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI)?
The injuries resulting from an accident may take a long time to heal. The legal definition of “maximum medical improvement” (MMI) refers to the point a patient can reach after an injury at which no further recovery is possible, even with additional treatment. MMI can refer to a victim fully recovering from an injury or…
Can Delaying Medical Treatment Damage Your Case?
If you or a loved one sustained injuries in an accident caused by another party’s negligence, it is imperative to seek medical care as soon as possible after the incident. Any delay in treatment will not only reflect poorly on you in a future lawsuit or insurance claim, but can also put you at risk…
What Is Black Mold and How Do I Prevent It?
Property owners have many everyday concerns when it comes to maintenance, and one of the most important is preventing black mold infestation. Black mold is a fungus that thrives in moist and dirty environments. Basements and underground structures in moist climates generally face the highest risk of mold growth. Mold not only damages structures and…
What Is a Growth Plate Injury?
Bones do not fully develop until the ages of 13 to 15 for girls and 15 to 17 for boys. Until bones harden, they consist of soft and flexible cartilage. It is the softness of underdeveloped bones that can lead to injuries such as greenstick fractures, in which a bone bends and cracks instead of…
Tips for Avoiding Medication Errors
Prescription and over-the-counter medications save thousands of lives each year. Yet sometimes medications inflict harm on patients more than they heal. This is often the case when someone makes a medication error – such as a nurse mixing up two patients’ prescriptions or a doctor prescribing a drug that will have an adverse reaction with…