Most Common Medical Errors Because pharmacists can get slammed with orders, prescription errors in pharmacy can occur. According to the University of Connecticut’s School of Pharmacy, out of all the prescriptions filled in the US 1-5 percent of them involve some kind of error. According to the same report published by the University of Connecticut, prescription […]
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Every day, people put their trust in healthcare providers when they seek medical attention. They have faith that medical professionals will provide them with the best care, attention, and advice for their situation. However, when that trust is betrayed, serious harm can result and leave the patient and their family searching for answers and relief. […]
If you get hurt on the job, you’ve probably got a lot on your mind. How will you pay your bills and afford day-to-day necessities? Is your career in jeopardy? What should you do next? While there’s a lot to sort out after an on-the-job injury, it’s important to not let the stress and anxiety […]
The danger of alligators Alligator attacks have not been very common in South Carolina, but are becoming more so, due to human growth into their habitats and the growing alligator population. The phrase “see you later, alligator” is certainly a fun way to say goodbye. In reality, however, alligators are very dangerous animals. While they […]
Golf Cart Injuries Have Increased Golf cart injuries have increased over the last fourteen years due to the increased use of golf carts, their increased power and speed, their design, and little regulation. “The zippy means of transportation – no longer limited to golf courses – carries “considerable risk of injury and morbidity” to drivers […]
The South Carolina Constitution requires that “the state must provide for the health and welfare of all incarcerated men and women.”(Greenvilleonline.com) However, according to at least 83 medical malpractice suits pending as of December, 2018, the South Carolina Department of Corrections (SCDC) is not meeting the most basic health care needs of its inmates. There […]
If an insurance adjuster tells you that he or she will be unable to make any further offers, they may be bluffing, especially if it’s still early in your personal injury case. After learning a little about the way insurance companies and personal injury claims work, you’ll see that insurance companies often have very little […]
In the last couple of years, Covid has caused the workload in pharmacies to rise dramatically, but staffing levels have actually decreased during this same time period. This combination can lead to deadly consequences of pharmacy malpractice. Pharmacists and pharmacy technicians alike have been overworked and understaffed due to the Covid pandemic. On top of […]
If you’ve been denied after filing a claim for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits, you’re far from alone. In fact, most SSD claimants receive a notice of denial after filing a claim. Statistically speaking, the Social Security Administration (SSA) denies initial SSD claims at a rate of 65%, and reconsiderations (the initial stage of appeals) […]
Uninsured Motorist Accidents Did you know that in South Carolina one out of every thirteen people on our roads is driving without insurance? Those who do have insurance are only required to carry $25,000 of liability coverage. This means if you are in a car accident by no fault of your own, the at-fault driver’s […]
