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Do you need information about your accident, arrest or traffic ticket? If so the attorneys at Tavss Fletcher believe that our article library will help you understand Virginia law, your rights and the best way to proceed with your case. Please feel free to browse through the following sections. As always, if you have any questions at all do not hesitate to contact your experienced Virginia Beach attorney today for a consultation.
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A Hospital-Acquired Infection Could Be the Result of Medical MalpracticeInsufficient communication, hospital cleanliness, and failure to follow protocol can lead to serious consequences—including sepsis and staph infections.
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When Medication Errors Lead to Medical MalpracticeMedication errors made by medical professionals include prescribing the wrong medication, giving the wrong dose, and failing to account for patient allergies.
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Hospital Discharge Errors Can Be Life-ThreateningDischarge errors can occur when medical staff and hospitals fail to ensure a patient’s readiness to leave. A mistake could lead to medical malpractice.
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When Post-Operative Errors Result in Medical MalpracticeWhen medical staff fail to monitor a post-op patient for signs of infection, healthy vital signs, and appropriate drug administration, malpractice could result.
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Common Airway Management ErrorsDoctor mistakes during intubation, extubation, and clearing airways can result in temporary or permanent brain damage, esophageal injury, and mouth trauma.
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A Closer Look at Aggressive DrivingAggressive driving, which is often caused by impatience or anger, can involve illegal, erratic, and unsafe behavior, leading to serious accidents.
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Common Surgical Errors Can Be Medical MalpracticeSurgical errors, such as anesthesia issues and neglect, are preventable. Learn more here about how an experienced attorney can help prove medical malpractice.
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Medical Staff Members Injure Patients Through Treatment ErrorsPatients can become injury victims if medical staff assign the wrong treatment, use an outdated treatment, or fail to execute the treatment properly.
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How Mishandling Abnormal Test Results Could Lead to Medical MalpracticeInjured patients could be eligible for compensation if a healthcare agent failed to inform them of abnormal test results or did not follow up on a report.
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The 15 Most Common Causes of Medical MalpracticeMedical malpractice occurs when healthcare professionals fail to meet a certain standard of care. When this happens, you may be entitled to fair compensation.
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Tricks Insurance Companies Use to Deny or Delay ClaimsIf you’ve been in a car accident recently, there are a few important things you need to know about how your insurance views your accident claim.
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What You Need to Know about Reckless DrivingThere are many examples of reckless driving, and the result of each is usually accidents, serious injury, and possibly even death. Be aware of this behavior.
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Everything You Need to Know About Aggressive DrivingAggressive drivers pose a serious threat to other motorists, but with the right avoidance strategies, you can reduce your risk of an accident.
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An Introduction to 5 Common AccidentsHave you been hurt in a car accident? Find out about some of the most common accident types and how to pursue compensation for your injuries.
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Understanding Hit-and-Run AccidentsYou can be a victim of a hit-and-run crash as a pedestrian, cyclist, or driver. Here, learn why at-fault drivers leave the scene of an accident.
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What You Need to Know About Rollover AccidentsRollover accidents can cause serious injuries and damage to property. Here, learn common causes of rollovers and their sometimes catastrophic consequences.
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The Deadly Results of T-Bone AccidentsT-bone crashes happen quickly. Here, learn what causes them and the types of injuries you can sustain when you’re involved in this type of accident.
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Know Why Head-On Collisions Occur and Their Deadly ConsequencesHead-on crashes can be deadly but are often preventable. Here, learn the primary causes of these accidents and what to do if you’re involved in one.
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What You Need to Know About Rear-End CollisionsRear-end collisions account for 40 percent of all U.S. car accidents. Here, learn why they happen and what to do if you’re involved in this type of accident.
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Did Your Doctor Desert You? How You Could be the Victim of Patient AbandonmentDid your doctor or someone on a medical team that was caring for you stop treatment, which resulted in harm? If so, you may be a victim of patient abandonment.