Posted in News on June 8, 2016
The reliance on automobiles is only increasing in Montana and other states across the nation, and as a result there remains a growing concern for traffic safety and accident prevention on roadways across the state and country. While motorists have means to increase their safety by using safety technology in their vehicles and following the… read more
Are telemedicine patients at a higher risk of misdiagnosis?Posted in News on June 3, 2016
While going to the doctor is not the most enjoyable task, some Montana residents find it difficult to find a reputable specialist in their area, making it an important appointment to make and attend. In some cases, seeing a doctor face to face is not easily accomplished. Because of this, the growing trend of telemetry… read more
The growing concern of U.S. medical errorsPosted in News on June 1, 2016
When individuals in Montana and elsewhere are ill or injured, they often rely on medical experts to determine what is wrong with them and initiate a treatment plan. While it is not uncommon to place much trust in doctors, surgeons and nurses, medical professionals unfortunately do not always make decisions or take actions that benefit… read more
Helping victims recover from injuries suffered in a car accidentPosted in News on May 31, 2016
When a driver gets behind the wheel of a vehicle, he or she has many critical choices to make and important duties to uphold. If a driver fails to uphold their duty to drive safely while operating a vehicle, he or she is likely to cause a collision. Whether it is due to recklessness, negligence,… read more
What economic recovery is available for car accident victims?Posted in News on May 11, 2016
Automobiles present many dangers on the roadways across the nation. The dangers stemming from automobiles are often related to the negligence and recklessness of a driver. A distracted, negligent or intoxicated driver could easily cause a collision, resulting in serious harm to others on the roadway. What economic recovery is available for car accident victims?… read more
The recall process for FDA-regulated productsPosted in News on May 4, 2016
As a previous post highlighted, when it is discovered that a product could pose dangers to consumers, a recall is issued. When a defective product could cause consumers in Montana and elsewhere in the US harm, the product needs to be removed from the market. In order to do this properly and effectively, a product… read more
Frozen vegetables recalled in 35 statesPosted in News on April 28, 2016
Whether it is on a weekly, bi-monthly or monthly basis, residents in Montana and elsewhere will purchase food and consumer goods at local and chain grocery stores. While consumers are likely to look over their perishable goods to ensure they look good and are safe to eat, most consumers do not think to consider the… read more
How can patients prove fault in medical malpractice cases?Posted in News on April 22, 2016
As a previous post highlighted, the negligence of a medical professional could be detrimental on the health and wellbeing of patients in Montana and elsewhere. When a nurse, doctor or a surgeon fails to uphold their duties to a patient, this could result in worsened medical conditions or new medical complication. However, when a patient… read more
The alarming rate of medication errors during surgeryPosted in News on April 13, 2016
Whether people are prescribed a new prescription or they are picking up a refill, patients in Montana and elsewhere trust that their medical provider prescribed them the appropriate medication and dosage. Moreover, patients being treated at a hospital or being prepped to undergo surgery rely on the expertise of medical professionals when it comes to… read more
Helping truck accident victims following a collisionPosted in News on April 7, 2016
Whether a motorist is travel a long or short distance, the person will likely encounter large trucks on interstates, highways and other roadways in Montana and other states across the nation. While it is commonplace to travel near a tractor-trailer truck or a semi-truck, some drivers get anxious traveling near such a large vehicle. This… read more