Culver City Medical Malpractice Blog
Is negligence the same as abuse?
As the American population ages, so does our reliance on skilled nursing homes and caregivers. In many cases, it is not possible for an elder to live on his or her own, and the family may not be able to provide 24-hour care. This is where the professionals come in....
Coping with the sudden loss of a loved one from a car accident
The loss of a family member or close friend is never easy to deal with. However, when the death of a loved one occurs suddenly due to a car accident, you must face a wave of difficult emotions that crashes on you all at once. Compared to when a loved one's death is...
About 20% of serious medical conditions misdiagnosed
You know your body better than anyone, and you may recognize when something is amiss. You may not know exactly what is causing your discomfort or symptoms, though, so you may depend on your doctor to tell you. Unfortunately, research shows that doctors provide...
The fatal impact of distracted driving
Many people may not think twice about looking at their cellphones as they drive. However, distracted driving can have severe consequences. Distracted driving is not just looking at a cellphone. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, people...
What is the new approach to malpractice?
You may think that when you file a medical malpractice claim that you are in for a long court battle. However, the trend is moving towards medical providers paying up for malpractice rather than trying to fight against it, according to the Association of American...
What rights do you have if you live in a nursing home?
As of 2019, over 1.5 million people live in skilled nursing facilities. The Nursing Home Reform Act of 1987 sets the federal quality standards for nursing homes. To receive Medicare and Medicaid funding, the nursing home must meet these standards. Along with the U.S....
What is nursing home negligence?
Unlike nursing home abuse, nursing home neglect can be difficult for loved ones to recognize. Whereas abuse is when an individual in a nursing home is taking harmful action against a resident, neglect is merely the absence of adequate care. Given that nursing home...
Severe whiplash due to impact collisions
When Californian drivers get into crashes, it may seem like everything is fine. But even in these situations, you should approach every crash as a serious matter. This is because there is always a risk of hidden injuries. These injuries do not make themselves known...
Can I sue the city if I drive into a sinkhole?
Taking Legal Action After an Injury California owes a duty of care to maintain safe public roadways for its residents. City, county and state officials have the responsibility of repairing any defects, potholes or sinkholes that may compromise the safety of the Golden...
What complications can stem from a traumatic brain injury?
If you experience any type of serious accident in southern California, there is a chance that you could suffer a traumatic brain injury. Once in the ER, doctors often have their hands full treating the various medical problems that can arise immediately following...
