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November 27, 2014

Should Americans Worry about Medical Errors? Survey Says Yes

The risk of medical errors is a concern for a majority of patients in the United States. According to a Wolters Kluwer Health survey conducted in 2012, 73 percent of patients expressed concern about potential medical errors. Nearly 30 percent...

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November 21, 2014

Close to Five Million Graco Baby Strollers Recalled Due to Repeated Cases of Infant Fingertip Amputations

Child safety is the number one priority for all parents. They are dependent on products that have been adequately tested and approved for use. When manufacturers fail to meet these requirements, they must be held responsible for damages. Graco, a...

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November 10, 2014

Investigations Reveal Preventable Fires and Mechanical Defects to Blame for General Aviation Deaths

The importance of a manufacturer recall when a product is proven to cause harm is to protect the safety of public consumers. In a series of articles published by USA Today earlier this year, the investigation found repeated occurrence of...

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October 28, 2014

Medical Malpractice Cases Continue to Climb for Nearly Two Decades

The Institute of Medicine’s (IOM) study “To Err is Human” was published over a decade ago with medical malpractice statistics showing that between 44,000 and 98,000 patients are killed in hospitals every year as a result of medical errors, leading...

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October 22, 2014

Over 14 Million Vehicles Recalled Due to Defective Air Bags

The rise of vehicle recalls has grown over the past few months due to defective airbags in over 14 million vehicles and 11 car manufacturers. In a published online insight by The New York Times, the article reveals that defective...

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October 22, 2014

Approximately 40 Percent of Illinois Doctors Yet to Switch to Electronic Medical Records

According to an article published by the American Academy of Family Physicians, doctors follow a risk management protocol when it comes to dealing with concerns surrounding possible cases of medical malpractice. The article refers to the “4 Cs” of risk...

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October 10, 2014

Chicago Police Department Begins Body Camera Pilot Program

Section 1983 of the U.S. Civil Code is often referenced in media reports regarding police misconduct. This federal law permits private citizens to sue local and state entities for the deprivation of constitutional rights. Part of the Code states: “…any...

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October 8, 2014

FDA Panel Votes to Impose Strict Limitations on Testosterone Drugs

Testosterone therapy drugs are prescribed to men who suffer from “low-T” or low testosterone, a condition that can lead to a decrease in bone and muscle mass, loss of libido, and depression. Since the early 2000s, the use of testosterone...

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