The FDA recently announced that Endologix is recalling the Ovation iX Abdominal Stent Graft Systems used in surgeries to repair abdominal aortic aneurysms. The particular abdominal stent recall is due to a material weakness, which according to the FDA, occurred during the manufacturing process of the stent and can lead to serious health complications. Have…
Improper dental sanitation practices can lead to devastating consequences for patients. Failure to properly sanitize dental instruments can lead to bacterial endocarditis and other serious conditions that go beyond the mouth. Luckily the CDC provides information regarding infection prevention that will help protect patient health. The following post is an overview of the dental sanitation…
Despite the inconvenience of a trip to the dentist, most people don’t anticipate problems occurring due to improper treatment. Sadly, bacterial endocarditis can cause significant health problems that can even result in death. In case you visit an irresponsible dentist, it’s important to understand what bacterial endocarditis is and how improper dental procedures can lead…
The three-part series into different injury law misconceptions begins with a look at the expenses associated with hiring a law firm. Over the course of this series, we will look at the expenses, holding the right people responsible and the amount of time an individual has to file a lawsuit. If you suffer a serious…
Serious injuries can result from retail hazards. If a manager knew or should have known about a hazard, but failed to remove or fix the hazard, then stores can be liable for injuries occurring on its premises. Failing to clean up a spill and leaving cardboard boxes or merchandise in an aisle are preventable tripping…
While swimming pools can be an excellent reprieve from the sweltering summer heat, they also present serious injury risks that can spoil the fun. Drowning may be the leading cause of swimming pool injuries. However, there are other situations that can occur in a swimming pool that can risk injuring people of all ages. In…
A truck following too close is a recipe for disaster. However, a disaster can be avoided if the truck driver knows proper stopping distances and keeps his tractor trailer under control, especially in heavy traffic situations. The interstate highway system is for the use of all of us-private individuals and commercial trucks as well. And…
Keeping up with the most recent recalls can help prevent serious injuries from defective products. Some HP batteries purchased between December 2015 – April 2018 could cause serious damage to your computer and is a potential fire hazard. For this week’s look into product recalls, here’s a breakdown on the batteries that are causing issues…
Under South Carolina law, every case involving medical malpractice must first go through pre-suit mediation before filing the actual lawsuit. What is Pre-Suit Mediation? In order to begin a formal medical malpractice claim in South Carolina, a plaintiff-that is the injured party or personal representative if involving a wrongful death in a medical malpractice case…
