The Dangers of Medical Misdiagnosis: How to Know if You Have a Claim
A misdiagnosis is a form of medical malpractice that is a serious issue and one that can have long-term consequences for patients. A misdiagnosed patient may not receive the proper treatment, leading to health complications, pain and suffering, financial costs, and...
Top 5 Causes of Surgical Mistakes That Can Lead To Medical Malpractice
Preventable medical mistakes can happen at any time and with any type of treatment. One setting that has a high risk and rate of errors is surgical operations — with at least 4,000 surgical errors seen yearly in the United States. There are a myriad of possible...
How to Deal with a Car Accident in Winter
Let’s say you’re driving home and a car hits you from behind. What do you do? If this happens to you this winter, don’t worry — we’ve got you covered. Winter is unfortunately the season when car accidents are most common, so it’s important to be prepared. Here, we...
5 Common Challenges in Obtaining Social Security Disability Benefits
The Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program offers financial relief for individuals with medical impairments that make it challenging to perform any work. However, the government only awards SSDI to half of the applicants, despite the other applicants...
What to Do When Involved in a Farm Accident
Workplace accidents are common in all industries. However, they tend to occur most frequently in the agricultural industry, with some of the highest workforce injury rates in the country. A farm accident can be devastating and lead to serious consequences. If you’ve...
Is It Important to Determine the Fault in a Car Accident?
Car accidents happen every single day, but most of us think it would never happen to us. The truth is that accidents can happen to anyone. When you are involved in one, it is important to determine who is at fault. Car accidents can be highly nerve-racking and...
3 Things to Know as an Ohio Driver in Michigan
If you're an Ohio-based driver, Michigan may be your top spot when planning a long road trip with your friends or family. But, before you jump behind the wheel and hit the road, you should know a few things about Michigan's driving laws that may be different from what...
5 Things to Do When Your Boat Starts to Leak
Many factors may cause boats to sink, from boating accidents to human error to loose screws. As with any emergency, it’s essential to maintain your composure. While seeing your boat flood may be terrifying, there are ways to keep yourself and your companions safe....
Summer Driving Accidents: What You Need To Know
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) states that car collisions are more widespread from June to August. The agency also showed that traffic accidents are 30% more likely to occur during summer than any other season. Summer trips are inevitable, but you...
What To Do After You Have a Car Accident
Jonathan Ashton recently appeared on NBC 24's "What's Going On" program. They discussed what you need to do after a car accident and tips for dealing with insurance companies. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ILHfQoGCVz4
Whistleblower Alerted FDA to Product Safety at Baby Formula Plant Months Before Recall
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) was provided a confidential whistleblower complaint by a former employee who worked in the production plant in Quality Systems, a subunit of the Quality Assurance organization in Sturgis, MI, as part of Abbott’s Nutritional...
Preventing Fall Injuries in Nursing Homes in 5 Steps
Falls are one of the most dominant causes of injuries in nursing homes. The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) sets the current tally at nearly one million falls, attributing falls to factors like aging gaits and medication side-effects. Falls among the...
