Congress requests action from Amazon over selling bad products
Defective products in the Alabama marketplace can be a very dangerous situation when the companies that sell them do not conduct any safety investigations. A typical product liability claim is usually directed at the manufacturer instead of the distributor unless the...
Who is responsible for addressing fire hazards in my apartment?
Being in your apartment should give you a sense of safety and comfort. And if something breaks or goes wrong, you should know who is responsible for addressing the issue. Many people rent apartments because the burden of replacing broken appliances or making repairs...
Study finds surgery second reason for malpractice claims
Surgery creates a potential risk not only for patients but for doctors as well. Surgery ranks second on the list as a common reason for medical malpractice claims in Alabama and throughout the country based on one insurer's report. These claims could be the result of...
Retinal detachments: why malpractice claims are on the rise
When someone thinks about going to an ophthalmologist in Alabama, they usually don't think that anything will go wrong. This is understandable as ophthalmic malpractice claims don't usually make the rounds within the media. However, according to insurance companies,...
Important signs of medical malpractice to watch out for
People in Alabama who are seeking medical care should be on the lookout for signs of medical malpractice. When left unchecked, medical malpractice can lead to worsening illness, injuries, permanent disability and even death. Here's what people should look for when...
Diagnostic errors and nursing home injuries
People in Alabama should know that diagnostic errors can affect people in nursing homes. Diagnosing a patient can sometimes be hard. When the patients have comorbidities or difficulties communicating, it can be particularly difficult. That's one of the reasons that...
Second common cause of malpractice claims is surgical errors
According to a report from the medical liability insurer Coverys, surgical errors are the second leading cause of malpractice claims in Alabama and throughout the U.S. The study focused on the malpractice claims that the insurer had closed between 2014 and 2018. A...
Pharmacy technicians work to prevent errors with medications
The crucial role pharmacy technicians play at helping to prevent patients from receiving the wrong medication is only expected to grow in the future. This fact is good news for patients under a doctor's care in Alabama. Pharmacy technicians' role in primary care A...
Am I liable if someone drowns in my backyard pool?
One way to cool down during Alabama’s hot summer months is through a dip in your backyard pool. However, swimming can be dangerous and unfortunately drowning incidents occur all-too-often in Alabama. The following is an overview of liability for private pool owners...
Shoulder dystocia complications during birth
Shoulder dystocia, a birth injury that occurs in 0.2-3% of the population, is a birth injury that residents of Mississippi and Alabama should be aware of. Shoulder dystocia is a birth injury when one or both of the shoulders of an infant gets stuck inside the mother's...
