After an Atlanta car accident, a driver who caused a collision to occur becomes responsible for covering losses that happen due to the crash. Victims can pursue personal injury claims, or family members can pursue wrongful death claims with help from an Atlanta car accident lawyer. There are circumstances where…
Swallowing, while a seemingly effortless task, requires the coordination of more than 50 muscles and nerves in your throat, chest and face. Unfortunately, many seniors- especially those who have suffered a stroke, who have Alzheimer’s or who suffer from other neurological conditions- may be unable to swallow their food safely.…
As Georgia Nursing Home Abuse Attorneys we have seen far too often the devastating effects of Sepsis. It is a life-threatening medical condition, especially in individuals who have long-term medical problems or weakened immune systems. Since many seniors in nursing homes already suffer from one or more health issues, sepsis…
Doctors and healthcare providers are expected to provide professional care and to make recommendations based on your best interests. Unfortunately, things don’t always work the way they are supposed to in the medical field. In some instances, improper procedures may be performed, creating a significant risk to your health. If…
Retained surgical instruments may sound like the stuff of a horror movie: you go to the hospital for surgery and a sponge, gauze or a surgical instrument is left inside your body. Unfortunately, the problem of retained surgical instruments is very real, with Patient Safety & Quality Healthcare (PSQH) reporting…
Truck drivers are expected to operate their vehicles in a safe manner and can be held legally liable for truck accidents if they are negligent or break the rules of the road. For help obtaining compensation if you or a loved one was involved in a Macon, GA Truck Accident,…
Lawrenceville, Georgia is the second oldest city in the metro Atlanta area and is the county seat of Gwinnett County. With a population of under 30,000, Lawrenceville is a relatively quiet area and a peaceful place to live within easy commuting distance of Atlanta. Lawrenceville, Georgia can be accessed through…
Post-operation complications can happen for many reasons. However, many complications are caused by surgical errors or by inadequate post-procedure follow-up care. Patients should be aware that the majority of complications following common surgical procedures occur among patients who were treated by a small group of care providers. This suggests that…
Nursing homes are supposed to provide a place of respite for senior citizens who need medical care or who can no longer live on their own. The obligation of every nursing home is to provide reasonably professional care to patients and to make sure that patients are treated with dignity…
Patients in a nursing home are often unable to keep track of their medications or manage their medications on their own. Typically, nursing home staff will monitor prescriptions, arrange doctor's visits for necessary prescriptions, and administer medications as required. Making sure that patients get the right medication in the correct…