The three drivers behind more reported outbreaks of foodborne illness include: convenience, imported foods and … well, you might be surprised by the third here: https://letamericaknow.com/view_feature_ysk.php?memberid=22871&orderid=957&issueid=1904#
3 Foodborne Illness Drivers
September 27th, 2019
Posted in Personal Injury, Personal Injury & Medical Malpractice, Uncategorized
Tagged attorney, Civil law (common law), food, Lawsuit, lawyer, oysters, Wilmington, Wilmington North Carolina
Martin Scorcese Facing Lawsuit From Former Nurse Over Dog Attack
June 1st, 2018
Posted in Dog Bites, Personal Injury, Personal Injury & Medical Malpractice
Legendary Hollywood director Martin Scorcese is facing a lawsuit filed by a home nurse who was allegedly attacked by his dog. The lawsuit alleges that Scorcese and his wife allowed their dog to “approach, menace, attack and bite” the plaintiff while she was working as a nurse at their residence. The lawsuit filed in Bronx …Read More
Common Birth Injuries to Babies
May 31st, 2018
Posted in Medical Negligence, Personal Injury, Personal Injury & Medical Malpractice
Over the past 100 years, pregnancy has become incredibly safe. Nevertheless, injuries and sometimes death still occur, often because of a mistake a doctor made during labor or delivery. If you suspect that a medical mistake was made at the time of your child’s birth, you should consult with an attorney to check whether you …Read More
Suspicious Nursing Home Injuries Warrant Investigation
May 17th, 2018
Posted in Medical Negligence, Nursing Home Abuse, Personal Injury, Personal Injury & Medical Malpractice
Nursing homes play a vital role as North Carolina’s population continues to age. The state’s 427 nursing homes provide 24-hour medical care and attention to over 30,000 residents, relieving family members of the stress of taking care of their relatives all on their own. When you take your loved one to a nursing home, you …Read More
Distracted Driving is a Serious Danger
February 26th, 2018
Posted in Personal Injury, Personal Injury & Medical Malpractice
A tragic car accident involving a North Carolina driver is a reminder that distracted driving is a danger to everyone on the road. Injured victims will need to sue in court to hold the drivers responsible for their injuries accountable. Eyes Off the Road At 11:15 a.m. on February 3, 2018, Samantha Hughes of Wilmington …Read More
Slip and Falls can Cause Traumatic Brain Injuries
February 19th, 2018
Posted in Personal Injury, Personal Injury & Medical Malpractice
After a slip and fall, many people can stand up, dust themselves off, and carrying on with their day. But if you hit your head while falling, you are more likely to suffer a serious traumatic brain injury (TBI). The human brain is well protected by the fluid surrounding it, which prevents the brain from …Read More
What is Pain and Suffering?
July 10th, 2017
Posted in Personal Injury, Personal Injury & Medical Malpractice
In a motor vehicle wreck case, or any other negligence case, there are several areas of damages that an injured person can recover. They can recover their medical bills; their future medical bills; their loss of use of a body party; their lost wages if they missed work; and pain and suffering. “Pain and suffering” …Read More
JUUUUUST a bit outside…
April 11th, 2017
Posted in Personal Injury, Personal Injury & Medical Malpractice
It seems to be common knowledge, at least among regular patrons, that foul balls and wild throws commonly are hit into the crowd at any baseball game. Does this mean the owner of the ballpark has no responsibility for the safety of its fans? In North Carolina, owners of ballparks are under same general duty …Read More
Who to Sue in a Car Wreck.
March 16th, 2017
Posted in Auto & Trucking Accidents, Insurance, Personal Injury, Personal Injury & Medical Malpractice
People who have been in a car wreck oftentimes ask me (or just assume without asking) that I am going to file suit against the at-fault driver’s insurance company. The short answer is “no, unless…” In a typical car wreck case, the at-fault driver will have at least the minimum amount of insurance required by …Read More
New Radical Legislation
March 6th, 2017
Posted in News, Personal Injury, Personal Injury & Medical Malpractice, Tort Reform
Next week, the House will vote on a series of bills that will make it difficult – if not impossible — for Americans harmed by large corporate misconduct to seek justice in our nation’s courts. These anti-civil justice bills are: H.R. 1215, the “Protecting Access to Care Act,” which undermines state law and eliminates the …Read More