Pediatric traumatic brain injury occurs when a child suffers a blow to the head that disrupts normal brain function. These injuries can range from mild concussions to severe brain damage. Children are particularly vulnerable due to their developing brains, and the...
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Promoting safety by avoiding dangerous driving habits
Even the idea of being involved in any type of collision can be a stressful and daunting notion, as the outcome of a crash could impact your life in various ways. While you might wish to take every possible step to avoid such a situation when possible, sometimes there...
How long can someone wait to file a med mal claim in Delaware?
If you or a loved one has suffered harm due to medical negligence in Delaware, you may be considering filing a medical malpractice claim. However, it is crucial to understand the time limits that apply to these cases, as waiting too long can result in losing your...
The impact of cognitive distractions on driving capabilities
While most people know by now that distracted driving is dangerous, it still happens on Delaware roads on a regular basis. Some sources of distraction may force you to take your eyes off the road or hands off the wheel, but manual and visual distractions might not be...
Swing shifts and medical negligence: Are they connected?
Errors in the medical industry certainly do not only occur in Delaware. In most states, there are problematic issues that should concern the average patient. There is no excuse for medical negligence, and there have been numerous studies to identify causal factors and...
Reducing crash risks when driving during wet weather conditions
Knowing how to adjust your driving behaviors to accommodate road conditions can prove vital to mitigating potential safety risks. However, if other drivers around you fail to take the same measures, there might be nothing you can do to react to a dangerous situation...
Burnout, surgeon errors and medical malpractice
As a medical patient, it doesn’t matter what your surgeon’s specialty happens to be. You can expect quality care in adherence to state laws and accepted safety standards of the industry. There appears to be a link between surgeon burnout and medical malpractice. If...
Possible cognitive and behavioral concerns with a TBI
It might be no surprise that suffering a traumatic brain injury can be devastating, as similar health concerns can have a significant impact on various aspects of your life. A TBI can present with symptoms that may affect your balance, prompt constant bouts with...
Are early vascular surgery and medical malpractice connected?
Atherectomy is a surgical procedure doctors in Delaware and across the country recommend as treatment for patients with vascular disease. Vascular disease is a broad term referring to adverse conditions of the circulatory system or blood vessels. There appears to be...
Understanding the hazards involved with distracted driving
There are a variety of scenarios in which a driver might lose focus while behind the wheel of a motor vehicle. Cell phone usage and eating while driving are just two examples of issues that could divert your attention off the road, and even if this only lasts a few...