In the tri-state area that we live in, Med Pay/PIP coverage is confusing. Med Pay stands for medical payments coverage. More precisely as that term is used in Virginia, it is medical expense benefits coverage. However the term is … Continue reading
Heartburn or what may be called esophageal reflux is something that most of us experience at one time or another. In its more extreme form it can develop into what is called gastroesophageal reflux disease also known as GERD. Esophageal Reflux … Continue reading
Gastric bypass surgery, also known as bariatric surgery, has become a staple of the practice of many surgeons. Gastric Bypass Malpractice This complex surgery is generally done laparoscopically. It involves cutting into the stomach to create a smaller pouch to … Continue reading
Hospital liability arises from a number of sources. In looking at this issue it may be best to start by getting a sense of how the hospital is viewed in that area. Its overall reputation may lead you to areas … Continue reading
Hand Injury Malpractice-Orthopedists Hand injuries, whether they come in the form of bruises, breaks or cuts, can be tricky. There are a number of surgeons who hold themselves out as hand surgeons. Some of them are cosmetic surgeons who also do hand … Continue reading
Forensic labs across the country have been the subject of a barrage of criticism. Much of it is well-founded. In January 2013 the New York City Medical Examiner’s office stated it was looking at more than 800 rape cases for … Continue reading
Personal Injury Fire Cases Involving Cigarettes Many household fires are caused by cigarettes. Everybody knows that cigarettes burn. Also that cigarettes can cause fires. There is data that indicates that makers of this product can and should produce cigarettes that … Continue reading
Clothing fires involving adult clothing can be difficult cases. There are federal flammability requirements set forth in 16 C.F.R. § 1610, et seq. and 15 U.S.C. § 1191, et seq.. These cases are expensive and are somewhat of an uphill … Continue reading
Drowning is a fact that owners and those who manage swimming pools must be fully aware of. Those who own and manage pools, to the extent that they have safety personnel on site, need to be fully prepared. Being prepared includes … Continue reading
Dram shop liability in the Fairfax, Virginia area is thought by most lawyers to be a dead letter. Virginia does not impose a duty on vendors to oversee the sobriety of its patrons. Dram shop liability is based on the … Continue reading
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