I love being a family doctor. That being said, even when I was doggedly studying the sciences in pursuit of a medical school admission, I had a very vague idea of what medicine was. Nevertheless, I had a few principles…
In light of today’s litigation world and number of nursing facilities, there’s a rise in the potential increase of legal cases. The federal regulations that govern a skilled nursing facility is set forth by The Center for Medicare and Medicaid.…
1. Lesson: Vet and Screen Your (And Your Opponent’s) Experts “From depositions I got from other cases [the opposing expert] handled, I got him to admit he lied to the jury when he said he was a safety expert, as…
Hazardous chemical products that are sold commercially require warnings to alert potential users of these products, as well as others who may be adversely affected by them, to the health and physical dangers posed by these products. Four federal agencies,…
Natalie Lincoln was charged with vehicular homicide in the death of a man when the car she was driving crossed the center lane and struck the decedent’s vehicle.  At the scene of the accident, the defendant passed a field sobriety…
Working with experts throughout any case can be a complex process, requiring knowledge of the expert’s field, how they will be used strategically in your case, and how to get the most value out of the experts you retain. As…
The dental profession differs from the medical profession due to the general lack of professional oversight. This can, and many times does, result in patient injuries due to a breach of duty. Solo practitioners in an office setting, by and…
It is well-known that medical errors are common across the Unites States healthcare system. Many of these errors can lead to significant harm to patients. The unique clinical environment of the emergency department (ED) makes it an area that is…
Courts rarely disqualify expert witnesses due to conflicts of interest. However, if a court feels that there are sufficient concerns involving confidentiality, it will heavily consider disqualifying an expert. While disqualification is rare, it can be a devastating possibility. It…
Bicyclists who are involved in accidents with motor vehicles have a much greater risk of suffering from serious injuries than occupants of automobiles. Car occupants have the benefit of the car’s frame absorbing some of the shock. It also provides…