Who Can File a Medical Malpractice Lawsuit?
A medical malpractice claim is often necessary when a doctor makes a mistake and causes harm to a patient. Any compensation secured through this legal action can be used to pay for related damages, including medical expenses, lost income, and more. While many people might think they know who can file a medical malpractice lawsuit, […]
How Do You Prove Wrongful Death?
Countless scenarios can result in the untimely passing of a loved one, including an illness, such as cancer or a heart attack, or an injury, which can stem from a Houston, TX car accident, use of a dangerous product, or an act of violence. While deaths in these situations may occur at no fault of […]
Signs of Truck Driver Fatigue
Studies have shown that the effect of not sleeping for 18 hours is equivalent to a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08 percent—the legal threshold for drunk driving. Truck driver fatigue is a pervasive problem in the commercial trucking industry. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) defines fatigue as the result of physical or […]
How Do Medical Malpractice Settlement Negotiations Work?
When a doctor’s error leads to the furthering of an illness or the development of a new injury or health condition, victims are often left with few options for addressing their physical, financial, and emotional damages. Medical malpractice claims are typically the most effective method for recovering compensation and holding at-fault physicians and medical establishments […]
Child Killed and Six Others Injured in Arizona School Bus Crash
On Sunday, August 28th, a child was killed and six others seriously injured when a school bus traveling on an Arizona highway was rear-ended by a big rig truck. The bus was then pushed into a van and became entangled in a pileup. The eastbound lanes of I-40 were shut down for hours as a […]
How Is a Truck Accident Case Litigated?
Most motorists have had an auto accident at some point in their lives. However, very few have been involved in crashes with trucks. This lack of familiarity can make it a bit challenging to know what to expect out of the truck accident litigation process.
How Much Is a Wrongful Death Lawsuit Worth?
As you may have guessed, there’s no simple answer to the question: How much is a wrongful death lawsuit worth? In good conscience, we, as wrongful death lawyers, can’t accurately provide exact figures on our website. Every wrongful death claim is unique and determined by several factors, which we will discuss further below. Wrongful death […]
How Does Informed Consent Work in New Mexico Medical Malpractice Cases?
There are risks and benefits to every medical treatment. The decision to move forward with a procedure, therapy, or medication should involve both you and your doctor carefully weighing the potential benefits against any risks. When a doctor moves forward without first securing your informed consent, you could be at risk for suffering harmful side […]
Are SUVs More Deadly to Pedestrians?
A recent study released in March 2022 aimed to answer the question: Are sports utility vehicles (SUVs) more deadly to pedestrians? It was determined that SUVs, pickup trucks, and minivans are significantly more likely to strike pedestrians than small cars. This is especially true when the vehicle is making a turn or pedestrians are traveling […]
Fifteen Year-Old Albuquerque Boy Likely Killed by Explosives in Police Raid
Earlier this month, the Albuquerque Police Department (APD) issued a press release identifying a local 15 year-old boy killed in a recent police raid as Brett Rosenau. Preliminary autopsy results revealed that Rosenau died of smoke inhalation after SWAT team members used noise-producing explosives on a home. Initial reports stated that Brett Rosenau had been […]