If you have suffered injuries because you used a defective medical product, you may become part of a mass tort lawsuit. This allows you to pool your claim with others who have experienced similar injuries because of the same product or source. However, it is possible...
One might see a new teenage driver take to the road in Kentucky and find it difficult not to feel the excitement that comes with driving that the teen exudes. Most people understand the need for new drivers to gain experience behind the wheel. However, many may not...
Even the most routine of surgical procedures comes with some risks, but patients should feel confident when going under the knife. Unfortunately, the negligence of surgeons and other medical professionals can lead to devastating injury and even death. But how common...
After a recent motor vehicle accident, you have various injuries to address. Did the collision leave you with psychological scars, too? The American Academy of Family Physicians explores post-traumatic stress disorder after a car accident. Determine whether you may...
Kentucky car accidents are often harrowing, dangerous collisions for everyone involved, but especially little ones. According to the CDC, buckling children into age and size-appropriate car seats can reduce the risk of injury in a crash by up to 82%. If you have an...
You depend on several medications to keep you in good health. If you visit an emergency room, do you know how to prevent medication errors? U.S. News & World Report offers tips to keep you safe in an emergency medical situation. Learn how to keep yourself from...
Whether you walk near traffic for lengthy periods of time on a daily basis or you occasionally walk near the road, it is vital to understand the risks you face. Unfortunately, many pedestrian accidents take place because of negligent drivers, such as those who drink...
Sleep apnea is a breathing disease affecting an estimated 22 million Americans according to the American Sleep Apnea Association. With this condition, breathing repeatedly stops during sleep, an issue doctors commonly treat with a positive airway pressure machine. A...
A serious car accident can cause a wide range of damaging effects. This includes traumatic brain injuries (TBI), which can have lasting consequences depending on the severity of the injuries. According to the Mayo Clinic, TBI effects can range from mild to severe....
Infants can suffer physical injuries during the birth process. Birth trauma may occur due to various factors. Facial paralysis is a common birth injury resulting from excess pressure on the baby's face during a forceps or vacuum extraction delivery. What is facial...