Commercial truck drivers are under tremendous pressure to meet tight delivery deadlines, so they often drive long hours through the night. While federal hours of service regulations state that drivers may not go more than 14 consecutive hours without a break, truck drivers repeatedly violate these rules to make their...

Patients undergoing medical procedures do not expect to suffer side effects and injuries caused by anesthesia, but it does happen. Anesthesia allows providers to perform life-saving operations and less severe medical tasks without causing pain. There are risks involved, however. Some patients might experience mild or medium side effects, but...

Distraction for teen drivers is a serious problem because it can lead to serious and fatal accidents. The loss of focus can be visual, manual, or cognitive. One might think that cell phones are the only issue, but the culprits are often vehicles’ passengers. A study sponsored by the AAA...

The burden of proof in truck accident cases can be crucial to determining who is at fault. You may face severe injuries and a long road to recovery when you are involved in a truck accident. Here is what you need to know about the burden of proof and how...

Car accidents can be highly traumatic. Often, long after the physical injuries have healed, the accident’s impact can cause you to suffer emotional and psychological symptoms. In extreme cases, you may suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), which can harm your ability to work, maintain relationships with friends and family,...

It is standard practice for patients to read and sign forms before medical procedures are initiated, and things can only get underway once they are completed and signed. Once the paperwork is submitted, the patient has informed consent and medical providers have a measure of protection against lawsuits. However, what...

In most cases, when a massive commercial truck is involved in an accident with a passenger vehicle, the occupants often suffer severe or fatal injuries. The medical expenses and other losses associated with a truck accident can accumulate quickly, mainly when the injuries are catastrophic. If you suffered a devastating...

If you or a loved one was injured or suffered a severe health complication while under the care of a trusted healthcare professional, you may be entitled to financial compensation by filing a medical malpractice lawsuit. However, due to the nature of these cases and the fact that it can...

If you were involved in a car accident, and the other motorist was at fault, hiring a lawyer is in your best interest. This is particularly true if you are seriously injured, as your medical expenses will accumulate quickly. However, some hesitate to contact a car accident lawyer because they...

Truck accidents are known for causing some of the most severe injuries due to the massive size and weight of the vehicles. Unfortunately, the occupants of the passenger vehicle often suffer the most catastrophic, often fatal, injuries, regardless of who caused the accident. Underride truck accidents are particularly devastating due...