Author: Alexandria Zant

Going to the emergency room can be very scary. In general, the people who come to this site require urgent medical attention that their GP cannot provide. In this chaotic environment, doctors and nurses do their best to provide efficient and quality service. However, some errors can occur. Here are four of the main ones that have been observed and how to avoid them.

1. A bad diagnosis. Working under pressure and in an environment where time is of the essence, misdiagnoses can sometimes occur. If possible, contact your GP while you are in the emergency room, and explain what your symptoms are so that he or she can guide you as to the possible diagnosis and treatment to follow.
2. Wrong information and poor communication between members of the medical staff. While patients are in the outpatient area, the data recorded on their admission sheet may be incorrect, as well as their vital signs and set of symptoms. Ask for the names of the people who are assisting you so that you can follow up on the steps that have been taken.
3. Mistakes regarding lab tests carried out and/or their interpretation. If the medical personnel does not have enough information about your symptoms, they may request the wrong laboratory tests. It is vital that you explain everything you are feeling so that they can find the cause of your condition and interpret the results correctly.
4. Poor monitoring. With so many critical situations to attend to in the emergency room, time is sometimes not enough to constantly monitor all patients. You must report if your symptoms become more severe and, if possible, do your best to be in constant communication with your GP.

If you believe that you have been given improper treatment or inadequate medical care, contact an attorney to discuss possible medical malpractice and how to file a claim.

When a person is involved in a personal injury accident, recovery can be long and painful. There are many expenses to cover, such as medical bills, property damage, rehabilitation, etc., and situations where the person cannot return to work immediately after the accident. These situations have a financial impact, not only on the victim but on the family as well.

Many of these victims hesitate to hire a lawyer to represent them, thinking that the attorneys’ fees will be tremendously high and only add to the existing expenses. Unfortunately, it is because of this belief that many people are left without obtaining the justice and compensation they deserve.

Most personal injury attorneys work under what is known as “contingency fees.” This means that the victim will not have to make any payment for the services of the legal firm until an agreement or resolution has been reached, one that is beneficial for the client. Only in this case will the lawyers charge for their services.

That is why lawyers specialized in this area carefully review each of the details of the accident and the person’s specific situation. They only accept cases in which they are sure that the result will be successful.

And how much would the contingency fee be? The amount of the contingency fee will be a percentage of the compensation received by the victim. And this percentage is determined out of various factors such as the severity of the injuries, current and future lost wages, the temporary or permanent disability of the person, etc. Most of these cases are resolved based on out-of-court settlements, however, should the case go to court, this would also be considered when determining a percentage.

Before signing any contract with a lawyer, you must review the clauses and clear all your doubts before signing any contract. Hiring a lawyer is your best bet to obtain justice!

Unfortunately, in the United States, there are about 6 million accidents a year. This causes a great loss of money and, many times, of lives and is responsible for severe injuries that the victims and their families have to face.

One of the essential things to be able to do after an accident is to determine who caused it.

Insurance companies (businesses, after all) are more likely to deny a claim if the case is not very strong or there is insufficient evidence to demonstrate the negligence of a third party.

Can photos help us as evidence that we were not responsible? Indeed.

It has always been said that a picture is better than a thousand words. And in these types of situations, this applies perfectly.

If you or a loved one are involved in an accident and have the opportunity to take photos, don’t miss out on the chance to do so.

Some of the photos that you can take and that will help you in case of a lawsuit are:

• Take photos of the conditions in which the two cars ended. Not only in terms of the damage they suffered but also the road’s position and direction where they ended. This can give you an idea of ​​what happened.
• Take photos of all the traffic signs you can see around you. From stop signs, speed limits, traffic lights, yield signs, etc. This will explain the rules that each of the drivers had to have followed when the accident occurred.
• Take photos of your injuries. If you have immediately visible injuries, take pictures of them right then and there—either your injuries or those of the people who accompanied you.
• If necessary, and if this was an essential factor during the accident, take photos of the weather conditions.

And another important thing, don’t forget to take the contact details of any witnesses!

A legal union in which a couple decides to live under the same roof but without getting married – whether they are heterosexual or same-sex couples – is called “domestic partnership.”

Although they do not have a legal marriage certificate, these couples can draw up a document that describes the legal rights and responsibilities of each of them. In fact, some counties in the state of Texas accept the presentation of these documents from couples and even maintain a registry of them.

These documents are essential for different reasons.

Although these couples do not have some of the benefits that married couples have – such as property protections – these documents can be used by their employers when granting some employment benefits. For this reason, it is so important to have them and that the responsibilities of each member of the couple in terms of debts, assets, etc., are defined in advance.

For all families and couples – regardless of sex – it is essential to have a will and power of attorney, which establishes the decisions that the other person can make in the event of death, accidents, medical decisions, etc.

This may come to represent the protection of the surviving family or partner and the protection of the children. It is always important to make decisions and discuss them before any eventuality can occur. Even with equal legal marriage, estate planning is vital for naming guardians, trusts, property management, etc.

In the absence of a will or a document of this type, and in the event of death, state law will make this type of decision and designate a person to perform these functions.

In addition to this, for those same-sex couples who would like to legalize their status outside of marriage officially, there are the options of domestic or civil unions.

In which seat do you think you would be safest in the event of a car accident? In the back seat or the front?

Previously, riding in the back seat was thought to offer you more protection if you were involved in a crash. However, with so many new security features that have been developed in recent years, that is no longer true. Front seat safety has come a long way. We now have better seat belts, sensors, and airbags; these tools make the driver or front passenger more protected in the event of a collision.

By contrast, progress in back-seat safety has been slow. In different studies, it has been shown that many times the force exerted by seat belts to stop passengers in their seats has resulted in various injuries. This is particularly important for older passengers as they are more vulnerable and prone to broken bones.

While it is true that a lot has to do with the type of collision you face and the point of the car that receives all the force of the crash, it is considered that car manufacturers and designers should pay more attention to improve the safety of the back seats.

On the other hand, the current safety levels in these seats comply with federal standards in terms of protection level. However, it should be noted that when we talk about minors, it is essential to consider the height of the children in relation to the height at which the airbags are placed. Seating a young child in a front seat puts them at significant risk of being suffocated by the safety feature, so in this case, riding in the back of the car is still the safest option for children.

We hope that the back seat’s safety will soon be equal to that of the front seats.

Driving is an activity we do daily, and usually more than once a day. Now, for those of us who have families, driving with children is even more necessary, whether to take them to school, for a walk, to their different activities, shopping, or to visit the family. It is imperative to know what we must do to keep our little ones safe when they are aboard our car. Let’s see some tips that are basic when transporting our children.

1. The first thing to remember is that children under the age of twelve must ride as passengers in the back of the car and never in the front.
2. Make sure you have an appropriate car seat for your child’s age. Children do not have to use special seats only when they are babies but at different ages. This way, we can ensure that they are correctly seated in the car seats.
3. After putting each of your children in the appropriate seats, make sure they are wearing their seat belts and any other restraints that child seats bring. Remember that seat belts save lives.
4. Try not to have objects in the car that are not well secured. In the moment of a collision, anything can act as a projectile, causing severe injury. Ensure you don’t have anything you don’t need inside the car; everything else you can put in the trunk.
5. Don’t be distracted. Do not use your cell phone to send messages or talk on the phone; this takes your concentration and attention away from the road. The same thing happens when you play with the radio, the temperature controls, or any other device and when you eat or are distracted by talking or observing the passengers. Put and keep your eyes and your full attention on the road.

The well-being of our children is the most urgent and essential concern for us These simple tips will help us keep them safe in the car. Remember, prevention is the most significant part of safety.