Car accidents in Maricopa County, falls, physical violence, blows to the head, and participation in sports can all lead to a traumatic brain injury. A brain injury is a serious injury that requires immediate attention. Although a brain injury may …
Arizona Supreme Court: Hospitals Liable for Mistreatment of Vulnerable Adults
There are few things as hard as seeing a parent or other beloved older adult grow infirm with age. Even people who once led healthy, active lives can be struck by conditions that render them unable to attend to some of their most basic …
Arizona Supreme Court Rules on Medical Malpractice Expert Witnesses
Medical malpractice lawsuits help incentivize healthcare providers to adhere to the highest standards of safety. When a doctor, nurse, or some other health care professional makes a harmful mistake, the injured patient or the family of a patient who …
Clostridium difficile C diff
Clostridium difficile (C. diff) is a type of bacteria that can cause serious problems if not treated. The first signs of C. diff infection usually are fever, stomach cramps, and diarrhea. Unfortunately, the number of C. diff cases are increasing in …
Discontinued Meds May Still Get Dispensed
According to an article published in U.S. News Health, doctors sometimes fail to tell a pharmacist that their patient has been taken off a certain medication, and the prescription for the drug will continue to be refilled. A new study has found that …