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What is cerebral palsy?
Posted in Birth Injuries, Firm News on February 2, 2017
Contrary to what some parents in Washington state may believe, not every birth injury is evident immediately after the birth of a baby. Some injuries may not present any symptoms for months or even years. Cerebral palsy is an example of this.As explained by WebMD, some children with cerebral palsy show absolutely no signs of...
read more New distracted driving legislation under consideration in Washington
Posted in Distracted Driving, Firm News on February 1, 2017
In Washington, it is illegal to text while driving – but technically, it is legal to use a smartphone to check websites and apps such as Facebook or SnapChat. These actions are just as distracting as texting while driving, but this fact is not reflected by current laws. Washington State is taking steps to...
read more Do you really need to wear a helmet?
Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on January 24, 2017
When it comes to helmet laws for motorcyclists, the rules will be determined by the state that you live in. This has resulted in many states requiring helmets for all riders, some only mandating them for riders of a certain age and four in which you do not have to wear helmets at all....
read more Medical malpractice statistics
Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on January 17, 2017
In the United States, most people who are sick or injured put their trust in the medical world for physical recovery. Some of the most vulnerable people in society, the very young, weak, sick or elderly, are dependent on doctors and nurses for their survival. However, even in hospitals and doctors’ offices, there is...
read more Types of distracted driving
Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on January 10, 2017
When it comes to distracted driving, one of the most important things for Washington motorists to realize is that there are more ways to get a ticket than just with a cell phone. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 1,161 people are injured and eight killed every day in crashes involving...
read more Washington State car accident fatalities have risen dramatically
Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on January 10, 2017
How safe are you while driving in Washington? Unfortunately, the answer to that question is “Not as safe as you were in the past.” Data shows that motor vehicle accident fatalities have been on the rise in Washington over the past couple of years. It is worth noting that despite the increase in fatal...
read more Infant Asphyxia and Hemorrhages During Birth
Posted in Birth Injuries, Firm News on January 4, 2017
It is natural for you to feel anxious about the birthing process, and the stress that you and your baby will undergo. However, a good Seattle medical team should be prepared to recognize any issues that may lead to complications with breathing or bleeding in the brain, and deal with these both before and...
read more What are the types of birth injuries?
Posted in Birth Injuries, Firm News on January 3, 2017
You may not know, but birth injuries are actually quite common. In most babies, these injuries clear up on their own without any lasting harm. However, you may have experienced an issue during delivery in Washington that led to a severe and lasting injury to your child. According to Merck Manuals, the types of...
read more Medical errors are the third leading cause of death in U.S.
Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on December 21, 2016
It is common to hear about how smoking-related diseases, cancer and auto accidents are leading causes of death in Washington and the country. However, people may not realize there is another danger lurking that does not receive as much attention, and it’s been a problem for quite some time. The reality, as reported by...
read more Taking a look at surgical errors
Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on December 19, 2016
When patients prepare for operations, they may face a number of challenges, from anxiety over the procedure to preparing for surgery. Unfortunately, some patients in Seattle and across Washington may experience a surgical error. When a surgical error occurs, the patient may suffer from a worsened condition or deal with a tremendous amount of...
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