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A patient’s role in preventing a medical misdiagnosis
Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on May 26, 2019
People rely on their doctors every day in Washington to help them in making qualified decisions about their health that will enable them to overcome unwanted symptoms and maintain a healthy well-being. However, when a doctor sees dozens of patients each day, each with varying medical histories and symptoms, it is not unlikely that...
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Could your pacemaker involve legal trouble?
Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on May 21, 2019
If you have experienced certain heart problems, your doctor may have suggested the use of a pacemakers. And although there may be other options available for you at this time, getting one may be necessary in the future.Designed to regulate your heart’s rhythm, a pacemaker could help prevent your heart from beating irregularly, too...
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In terms of your health, does practice make perfect?
Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on May 21, 2019
No matter your physical condition, when you experience pain or symptoms outside of what is normal for your body, you consult a medical doctor.Although they trained for years to become licensed to practice medicine, a physician has the ability to make errors.In some cases, a provider may misdiagnose you. And lacking an accurate understanding...
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Monitoring driver behavior to prevent accidents
Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on May 19, 2019
Distracted driving is a prevalent problem in Washington and all over the nation. As technology has grown and time has passed, today’s drivers have significantly more to be distracted by than in times past. The original automobiles required vigilance to operate and often required the use of both hands. However, many cars and even...
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More than half of maternal deaths preventable
Posted in Birth Injuries, Firm News on May 19, 2019
Women who are pregnant or who have given birth in the last year in Washington State should be able to focus on the joys associated with bringing a new life into the world. Unfortunately, that is not always the case as the rate of maternal deaths is on the rise. Data from the United States...
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You bounced your infants, but is bouncing safe as your kids grow?
Posted in Firm News, Injuries on May 16, 2019
If your children ever played in a bounce house, they probably had a great time. Due to their previous fun, you may consider renting an inflatable for their next birthday party or your family reunion. Large inflatable toys can be an excellent way to entertain children. However, you may want to consider the types...
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Are E-Scooters Safe?
Posted in Firm News, Injuries on May 14, 2019
With companies like Uber, Lyft and Airbnb going public this year, you would likely agree that the sharing economy is in full swing. But these aren’t the only services designed to provide momentary convenience without the related costs of ownership. Companies like Bird and Lime provide electric scooters in some of the largest cities...
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What are the common risk factors of a birth injury?
Posted in Birth Injuries, Firm News on May 13, 2019
During pregnancy, every parent hopes for a strong and healthy baby. None of them expect their child to suffer a birth injury. And birth injuries are actually quite rare. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that only one in 33 babies suffer a birth injury.However, many of those situations involve a...
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Fiery crash near border kills man
Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on May 6, 2019
When car accidents occur in Seattle, it is likely understood that those who cause them typically had no intention to do so. Even in cases were recklessness is apparent, those guilty of it may never have intended for their actions to cause harm to another. Some may see that lack of intent as reasoning...
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Final exams and the risk of a car accident
Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on May 4, 2019
For some people, motor vehicle accidents may be especially likely during certain times. For example, someone who is under a lot of pressure at work may be more likely to collide with another vehicle, and this may also be true for someone who has been experiencing sleep problems. In this blog, we will look...
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