On the road, you could become involved in a commercial motor vehicle accident for a number of reasons. Whether a drunk driver collides with you or a commercial motor vehicle driver distracted by their phone hits you, the consequences of a commercial motor vehicle...
Medical Malpractice
What is the affidavit of merit requirement?
New Jersey statute requires plaintiffs in medical malpractice cases to provide defendants with an affidavit of merit within 60 days of the defendant's response to the lawsuit. If the plaintiff is suing more than one provider, the plaintiff must furnish an affidavit to...
Positive trucker drug tests up 13% nationwide
Commercial truck drivers across New Jersey and the rest of the United States are increasingly taking substance abuse-related risks behind the wheel. This means big trouble for everyone they encounter on the roadway. Research shows that drug abuse, in particular, is...
How can I prevent accidents due to sun glare?
Driving safely relies heavily on having clear visual paths. When something inhibits your ability to see clearly, it can greatly increase the chances you will have an accident. The sun is one of the most difficult barriers. At certain times of the day, the sun is at...
What treatment options are available for paralysis?
If an accident led to your paralysis, you may feel like you suffer from the worst luck. Paralysis is life-changing. According to Medical News Today, paralysis affects your physical health, your quality of life and independence. If you were paralyzed in an accident,...
APGAR: your newborn’s first health assessment
Advancements in medicine and technology help most babies in New Jersey enter the world without life-threatening complications. However, when things don’t go smoothly in the delivery room, it’s critical that the medical team understands how to handle the situation. If...
What does a capnocytophaga infection look like?
After suffering from a dog bite, many victims forget to focus on one serious possibility: infection. Victims understandably focus on other issues, such as the possibility of scarring and the potential mental and emotional trauma. But infection causes many more...
‘Inattentional blindness’ may prevent accurate cancer diagnosis
From minor oversights to major mistakes, millions of Americans receive a misdiagnosis each year. Whether underestimating the importance of key symptoms or failing to follow through with appropriate diagnostic tests, when a health care professional makes a judgment...
Reviewing statistics on large truck accident injuries
On the road, you need to remain vigilant and understand the risks you face. Unfortunately, many accidents involving large trucks take place, and due to the sheer size of these vehicles (as well as the increased difficulty in bringing a large truck to a stop), the...
What is intraventricular hemorrhage?
When you hear that your child has an intraventricular hemorrhage or IVH, it can be challenging to process. This refers to bleeding in and around the brain’s ventricles. Kids Health explains that babies born under three pounds, premature and after a difficult delivery...
