Patients assume that there are safeguards to protect us from medical error. Surely, when we seek medical treatment there are systems in place to catch mistakes before they reach the patient. Unfortunately, a large number of medical errors occur every day in the United States, some of which are fatal or cause significant harm. One [...]
Date: March 31, 2017 / Medical Malpractice
Sometimes, the unexpected turns in life cause us the greatest harm. The things that we take most for granted are the ones that pounce when we are at our most vulnerable. Unfortunately, many Americans learn this lesson when they get sick and seek medical treatment. We trust that medical professionals will do everything in their po[...]
Date: March 14, 2017 / Medical Malpractice
It can be difficult to keep track of the many awareness weeks and observances that we have in the United States. Some are certainly more memorable than others. For example, you probably haven’t marked your calendar for “Fill Your Staplers Day” or the equally forgettable “Canadian Bacon Day.” But there are other desig[...]
Date: March 12, 2017 / Medical Malpractice
In late 2016, Houston police indicated that pedestrian fatalities in Houston jumped 31% from the year before. The dramatic increase left many safety advocates and government officials bewildered. "The numbers are just dramatically going up, and it's been really hard for us to explain why," said Houston Police Department Sgt. D[...]
Date: March 10, 2017 / Pedestrian Injury
In late 2016, Houston police indicated that pedestrian fatalities in Houston jumped 31% from the year before. The dramatic increase left many safety advocates and government officials bewildered. "The numbers are just dramatically going up, and it's been really hard for us to explain why," said Houston Police Department Sgt. De[...]
Date: March 2, 2017 / Pedestrian Injury
Houston residents are no strangers to floods. They have become an ever-present reality in our lives over recent years, and our city’s infrastructure is obviously struggling to meet the demands caused by flash floods. If you're seeking flood damage compensation in Houston, our experienced team can help you navigate the process e[...]
Date: February 28, 2017 / Vehicle Wrecks
Invokamet is a drug prescribed for the purpose of lowering blood sugar levels in combination with diet and exercise in adults with type 1 or type 2 diabetes. It is comprised of two different drugs, Invokana (canagliflozin) and metformin and is manufactured by Janssen Pharmaceuticals, a division of Johnson & Johnson. Canagli[...]
Date: November 30, 2016 / Drug Injury
What is an Endoscopy Examination? An endoscopy is a procedure that a doctor uses to see inside the esophagus (throat), the stomach, and the upper section of the small intestine. The medical tool that is used is called an endoscope, and it is made up of a camera mounted on a thin, bendable scope that is flexible enough to sli[...]
Date: November 21, 2016 / Product LiabilityWhen suffering from depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or another mental health condition, people may struggle to find relief. If other treatments fail, doctors may prescribe from a wide array of medications. However, certain prescription meds like Abilify (ariprazole) can cause compulsive gambling and other trigger-b[...]
Date: November 17, 2016 / Drug Injury
Onglyza and Kombiglyze are two of the many drugs intended for use in Type 2 diabetes patients. They are also known by their trade names saxagliptin and metformin, respectively. At one time, both were considered to be promising front-line options in the fight against the diabetes epidemic, and though they do provide some symptom[...]
Date: November 17, 2016 / Drug Injury
