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Defective jack stands may lead to products liability claims
Products Liability

Defective jack stands may lead to products liability claims

Individuals in Kentucky and elsewhere may be impacted by a recent product recall — the second of its kind by Harbor Freight in 2020. The product being recalled is a three-ton jack stand. Unfortunately, sometimes, defective products like these cause injuries to consumers, which is grounds for dangerous product liability claims. The jack stand that is being recalled was designed to help automotive workers to support the cars they are working on.

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Failing to make a proper diagnosis can be medical malpractice
Medical Malpractice

Failing to make a proper diagnosis can be medical malpractice

Patients in Kentucky and across the country rely on the knowledge and expertise of medical professionals. Successful medical treatment is a step-by-step process that requires doctors and providers to be thorough and meticulous. If one step is missed in any part of the treatment process, the patient can suffer permanent or fatal injuries. Even something that seems minor, like misreading a test result, can be considered medical malpractice and have disastrous implications. A

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Why should truckers check load securement
Truck Accidents

Why should truckers check load securement?

Truckers have a responsibility to ensure that the cargo they’re hauling makes it the destination without any issues. Not only is this important from a business standpoint, it’s also critical from a safety standpoint. Load securement must be handled properly to ensure that cargo remains in place throughout the haul. When this isn’t done as it should be, serious issues and potentially fatal truck accidents can occur. The United States

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Medical malpractice Surgery errors can prove fatal
Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice: Surgery errors can prove fatal

When any Kentucky resident visits a medical center for a surgical procedure, he or she trusts that the operation will unfold as planned. Surgery patients place their lives in the hands of capable surgeons and have faith that these professionals will use their expertise to make the procedure a successful one. However, there are always underlying risks with any surgery, no matter how minor the procedure may seem. Tragically, errors

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Make safe passes to avoid truck accidents
Truck Accidents

Make safe passes to avoid truck accidents

Interstates across the state of Kentucky are constantly bustling with travelers, and large tractor-trailers make up a large percentage of the overall traffic. Traveling at high speeds on a crowded interstate highway next to these massive trucks is enough to rattle even the most experienced drivers. Truck accidents need to be avoided at all costs. Trying to pass a tractor-trailer is something that can be particularly intimidating. Here are a few tips on how

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These types of medication errors could be medical malpractice
Medical Malpractice

These types of medication errors could be medical malpractice

As a patient in a hospital or under the care of a doctor, you trust your medical provider’s recommendations. You may be given prescriptions to treat your ailments, or you may have medication manually administered without having full awareness of what drug you are being given. While the majority of medication benefits the patient greatly, helping to either treat their illness or manage the uncomfortable symptoms, there can be times

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Medical malpractice contributes to thousands of injuries per year
Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice contributes to thousands of injuries per year

Not many people are aware that negligent medical care is a leading cause of death and injury in Kentucky and across the United States. Any missed step during medical treatment can mean serious injury and even death for the patient. No patient is exempt from medical malpractice. A woman in another state filed a lawsuit after alleged negligence led to her suffering heart problems. The lawsuit said the woman was diagnosed

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The two most dangerous invisible crash injuries
Motor Vehicle Accidents

Do you know the two most dangerous invisible crash injuries?

In the aftermath of a major motor vehicle collision, most of the injuries you suffer will be pretty obvious. Broken bones could prevent you from putting pressure on your limbs, while spinal cord injuries could prevent you from moving at all. Lacerations and painful contusions will also be obvious right at the scene of the crash, even if the bruising isn’t visible yet. It’s important to understand that even if

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Medical malpractice can occur in any procedure
Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice can occur in any procedure

In just the last two decades, health care technology in Kentucky and across the United States has seen tremendous advancements. Many surgical procedures that used to be difficult and invasive are now considered routine. This advanced technology, combined with the expertise of surgeons and physicians, has led to improved outcomes and many lives saved. However, there is always a chance for medical malpractice in any procedure. A lawsuit filed in another state

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Medical malpractice suit alleges surgery left woman paralyzed
Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice suit alleges surgery left woman paralyzed

Back and spinal injuries are some of the most debilitating and painful injuries any Kentucky resident can experience. These types of ailments require meticulous care and, oftentimes, surgery. Any deviation from the accepted standard of care can result in permanent disabilities. A medical malpractice lawsuit in another state alleged that negligent care during a spinal surgery resulted in a woman suffering paralysis. The lawsuit said the plaintiff suffered from back pain and

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Motorcyclists must be treated with respect on the roads
Motor Vehicle Accidents

Motorcyclists must be treated with respect on the roads

Motorcyclists must be careful anytime they venture out on the roadways. There are many things that can go wrong over the course of a ride that can lead to serious problems. While motorcyclists can reduce the risk of many of these occurring, drivers also have to do their part. Despite the negative perception of motorcyclists that comes from movies and television shows that portray people who ride motorcycles as law

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Lawsuit alleges woman was killed by medical malpractice
Medical Malpractice

Lawsuit alleges woman was killed by medical malpractice

Becoming a physician in the state of Kentucky requires years and years of academic training as well as real-world experience. Despite these stringent requirements, physicians and surgeons are not exempt from making mistakes. When mistakes or negligence happen while caring for a patient, the consequences can be fatal. A medical malpractice lawsuit recently filed in another state alleged that negligent care led to the death of a woman. According to the lawsuit, the

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