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Can I Make A Malpractice Claim After My Baby’s Traumatic Birth?
Having a baby should be a wonderful experience, but childbirth can be a complicated undertaking. The responsibility of doctors and hospital staff is to make sure that all medical possibilities are accounted for. Unfortunately, not all deliveries go smoothly. Complications and unexpected problems can heighten the risk of injury to both the mother and the…
You Should Protect Yourself When Seeking Medical Care
Seeking proper medical care is essential, especially when you are concerned about a serious condition for yourself or a family member. It is important to trust the doctors and nurses to make decisions that are in your best interests. But while you might be tempted to follow their advice without any question or doubt, you…
Life Can Change Drastically After A Cervical Spine Injury
Injuries to the cervical spinal nerves, located in the neck, can be life changing. Spinal cord injuries impact the area below the injury, which means that your entire body except for your head can be affected by an injury to this area of the spinal cord. The higher the level of spinal cord injury, the…
Hospitals Must Take Precautions To Prevent The Spread Of The Flu
The 2018 influenza season is one of the worst in recent history. The only state that hasn’t been affected by the epidemic is Hawaii. Because of the severity of this year’s most common flu, hospitals must be extra cautious when treating patients because deaths from this strain of the common flu virus are higher this…
Does Your Employer Understand Your Brain Injury?
Mild traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are deceptively destructive injuries that can disrupt or even destroy a victim’s entire career and lead to conflicts within a victim’s community. Unlike other injuries that present visible or otherwise easily identifiable symptoms, mild TBIs often seem like nothing to those who do not understand the scope of difficulties that…
Understand Your Options For Handling A Drunk Driving Charge
A DUI arrest starts a series of events that can be very difficult to live with. You will have to go to court and possibly face significant civil penalties, depending on the circumstances of the case. Connecticut laws are strict when it comes to drunk driving. Understanding the law can help you determine how you…
Medical vs. Recreational: Understanding Connecticut Marijuana Law
The subject of marijuana is discussed frequently in this country. Many states, including Connecticut, have decriminalized some cannabis use. This doesn’t mean that there aren’t potential consequences for having marijuana on your person. If you are found to be in possession of marijuana, you may be subject to civil or criminal penalties. In some cases,…