Prescription errors can have serious consequences for patients, causing harm, suffering, and even life-threatening situations. When you’re given a prescription by your doctor, you trust that it’s the right medication and dosage for your health condition. But what happens when something goes wrong? In this blog post, we’ll take a closer look at prescription errors, […]
When we think about medical malpractice, we often focus on the physical injuries that a patient may suffer. But it’s important to remember that medical malpractice can also cause serious psychological and emotional damage. These types of injuries can be just as devastating as physical ones, and they deserve to be taken seriously. In this […]
As a property owner, the safety of your visitors should always be a top priority. Whether you own a residential rental property, a commercial building, or a public space, you have a legal and moral obligation to ensure that your premises are safe for anyone who enters. Failing to do so can result in serious […]
Imagine this: you’ve entrusted your health to a medical professional, only to suffer harm due to their negligence. It’s a nightmare scenario that, unfortunately, many people face. When a healthcare provider fails to meet the required standard of care, resulting in injury or harm to a patient, it’s known as medical malpractice. If you find […]
Identifying hazards on properties is crucial for ensuring the safety of occupants. Property owners and managers must be aware of common hazards. These hazards can lead to accidents, injuries, and even fatalities. Slips, Trips, and Falls Slips, trips, and falls are common hazards on properties. Uneven or damaged walking surfaces can cause people to stumble. […]
Business owners have an important responsibility – keeping their employees and customers safe. This is known as “premises liability” and it’s something every operation, big or small, needs to understand. When someone gets injured on your property, it falls on you regardless of whether you were directly at fault or not. That’s why it’s so […]
Getting bitten by a dog can be a traumatic, painful experience. More than 4.5 million dog bites occur in the U.S. each year, sending nearly 800,000 people to get emergency medical care. For some bite victims, the physical and emotional trauma haunt them for life. As a dog owner, you want to make sure you […]
Property owners have various legal duties to ensure their land and buildings are reasonably safe for anyone who enters the premises. The exact obligations a landlord or homeowner has depends on the situation, including local laws, property type, and status of the visitor. However, most regions impose a “duty of care” that requires some precautions […]
When Janice brought her elderly mother to the emergency room for an infection, she expected quality care. Instead, a chaotic ER environment and overworked staff led to a near-fatal medication error. Janice was left wondering – could the hospital be held responsible for this mistake? Most people don’t think about hospital liability until an incident […]
Elderly abuse and neglect in nursing homes is an unfortunate issue that affects many seniors and families right here in Jacksonville. No loved one deserves to suffer mistreatment when they are supposed to be cared for. This article will go over the different types of elder abuse that can happen in nursing homes. It will […]