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Statin Side Effects Noted in Study

By now, nearly everyone has heard about statin drugs, such as Crestor, which are prescribed to lower cholesterol levels. These drugs often come with side effects, such as muscle weakness. In March ...
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Wrongful Death Laws in Massachusetts

A wrongful death in Massachusetts is described under state law in the following ways: Causing the death of another person through negligence; Causing the death of another by a willful, wanton, or ...
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Blood Pressure Medication Linked with Liver Damage

Lisinopril is a prescription drug used to treat high blood pressure. It is an ACE inhibitor which causes dilation of blood vessels which reduces the tension and volume of blood passing through veins ...
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Report Shows Abuse and Neglect in California Nursing Homes

The California Advocates for Nursing Home Reform (CANHR) issued a press release on July 17, 2012 concerning nursing home abuse and neglect found in state nursing home facilities. The reports were ...
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Chrysler Recalls 2.7 Million Jeeps

After stating that it would not comply with a recall demand by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) last month, Chrysler reversed its stance in recalling 2.7 million Jeeps. The ...
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Texas Drunk Driving Statistics

Texas has the dubious distinction of being a state with one of the highest percentages of alcohol-related accidents, injuries, and deaths. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) ...
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Why Do You Need a Personal Injury Attorney?

After a traffic accident in which you have been injured, you may wonder why you need an attorney. Unfortunately, a successful resolution to your insurance injury claim is not a total certainty. ...
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Medical Malpractice Laws in Washington State

Medical malpractice refers to claims and lawsuits against medical practitioners who violate accepted standards of care when it comes to treating a patient. When a medical error or negligence occurs ...
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Catastrophic Injuries in Washington State Personal Injury Cases

Catastrophic injuries are among the most devastating for people involved in personal injury cases. These injuries are the most serious types from which patients may never fully recover. Examples of ...
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Mesothelioma in West Virginia Personal Injury Cases

Malignant mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that affects the protective lining of certain organs. The disease is caused by exposure to asbestos. The most commonly affected area of the body is the ...
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Another Lawsuit against Monster Energy Drink

The death of another teenager which occurred last year has resulted in a second lawsuit against the makers of Monster Energy Drink. The 19 year-old California boy died on July 1, 2012 after drinking ...
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Lawsuits against Pfizer’s Lipitor

Pfizer, the maker of the anti-cholesterol drug Lipitor is now facing a growing number of personal injury lawsuits. The large number of lawsuits has been consolidated into what is called ...
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Types of Medical Negligence Damages

The general damages The general damages primarily compensate for the pain, the suffering, and the amenity loss which the victim has to deal with after the medical negligence. The general damages can ...
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Benzene Hazard and Toxic Exposure

Benzene is a colorless, highly flammable and toxic chemical that has a sweet smell. It is a widely used chemical in the United States, used mainly as a solvent. It is also used in making other ...
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Rhode Island Drunk Driving Facts

According to Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), more than 1.4 millions drivers in the nation were arrested for driving while under the influence of alcohol and / or drugs in 2010. MADD has stated ...
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How To Get a Fair Auto Accident Settlement

Motorcycle safety When other drivers of larger vehicles are reckless or careless around motorcycles, the likelihood that it could cause an accident that could cause great harm to the motorcyclist is ...
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Lake Lanier Boating Accident Results in more Safety Measures

An injury accident involving two boats on Lake Lanier a couple weeks ago increased momentum in adding to and enforcing boating safety laws at the lake. The boating accident occurred over Memorial Day ...
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Distracted Driving Garners More Attention and Stiffer Penalties

A Portsmouth woman was arrested recently after crashing her vehicle. The driver, 23-year-old K.H., was traveling on Elwyn Road when she hit a mail box, a newspaper box and then crashed into a pole. ...
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Land-Based Oil Rig Hazards Present Workers With Real Possibility Of Injury

In North Dakota where there are plenty of jobs to be had, there are also plenty of accidents. Anyone who works on a land-based oil rig in North Dakota or anywhere else needs to be aware of their ...
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Teen Killed during Car Stunt that went Wrong

A 16-year-old girl was killed recently after a car surfing stunt with friends. The girl, A.H., was standing on the hood of a friend's SUV while the driver drove down a roadway. Authorities with ...
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