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February 21, 2017
In 2011, the FDA issued a warning that not only documented the dangers of vaginal mesh for the treatment of pelvic organ prolapse (POP), but suggested there was no evidence the surgery was any more effective than non-mesh procedures. In 2016, the FDA reclassified vaginal mesh as a “high-risk”... Read Full Post
Category: Defective Medical Devices, Vaginal Mesh
February 15, 2017
While prescription drugs are meant to help those that take them, sometimes there are defective prescription drugs that can cause harm. Also, there are times when a drug is prescribed in an off-label manner meaning that you might have been given a drug for something that it wasn't FDA-approved to... Read Full Post
January 26, 2017
According to the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, fewer than 7.5% of attorneys currently practicing in Texas are qualified enough to receive board-certification. Approximately 7,450 out of 100,000 practicing Texas attorneys have met the standards of experience, dedication, proven results, and a... Read Full Post
Category: Board Certified Personal Injury Lawyer
November 28, 2016
Ideally, dental implants offer a one-and-done option for tooth replacement. Boasting permanence and offering benefits not produced by other artificial tooth options, dental implants are among the most popular solutions for replacing missing teeth. But what are your options when your cosmetic... Read Full Post
Category: Dental Implants, Surgery Malpractice
November 18, 2016
Looking at the dates between Wednesday, November 23rd and Sunday, November 27th, AAA predicts 43.5 million Americans will travel 50 or more miles from home by vehicle. This number represents nearly 90% of the projected 48.7 million Thanksgiving holiday travelers and marks the busiest forecast in... Read Full Post
November 11, 2016
Gallbladder surgery is one of the most frequently performed in the United States. Around 90% of these procedures are done laparoscopically, allowing for a much smaller incision and reducing risks of surgical error. However, even in the world of modern medicine, errors are made during gallbladder... Read Full Post
Category: Gallbladder Surgery Error
November 02, 2016
For women in the United States, hysterectomy is one of the most commonly performed major surgeries – second only to caesarian section. Over 600,000 women have hysterectomies in our country every year, though some medical professionals believe many of these are unnecessary. Improper diagnosis or... Read Full Post
Category: Hysterectomy Malpractice
October 24, 2016
If you or a loved one has suffered a traumatic brain injury (TBI), you may be left with hundreds of thousands of dollars in debt and a ton of questions. This slideshare presentation will help you understand why to contact our attorneys and see if you can seek legal ramifications and financial... Read Full Post
August 29, 2016
The National Safety Council (NSC) predicts nearly 440 people will be killed in traffic accidents this upcoming Labor Day weekend, marking the highest number of fatal car accidents since 2008. That year, the NSC predicted 439 fatal car accidents, just shy of the actual number of 473.
Fatal car... Read Full Post
August 23, 2016
In civil law, a statute of limitations determines how long you have to file suit following an incident. All personal injury cases have a statute of limitations, though the amount of time allowed can vary widely depending on the nature of the accident or injury.
If you live in Texas and believe you... Read Full Post
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