Types of Construction Accidents
There are more than 150,000 construction accidents each year that lead to injuries. Many people working in a small area while using heavy machinery and rushing to make deadlines can lead to more injuries. These accidents do not just apply to contractors but also non-employees visiting the work site. There are many different types of
Read MoreMesothelioma Statute of Limitations
With traditional personal injury claims, the statue of limitation starts at the moment of injury. However, with an asbestos-related illness, it is difficult to determine exactly when the exposure occurred. An accurate diagnosis typically comes 20 to 50 years after the initial exposure. Because of this long latency period, courts in some states have made exceptions
Read MoreMesothelioma Clinical Trials
Researchers use clinical trials to try and find advancements in patient care. When it comes to mesothelioma treatment, a clinical trial can be a safe and controlled way to test whether a new therapy approach is safe, effective and better than existing therapies. Cancer centers, hospitals, universities or even pharmaceutical companies sometimes sponsor them. Every clinical trial
Read MoreDifferent Types of Mesothelioma
There are different types of mesothelioma. Doctors classify each type of mesothelioma by the location in the body where it develops. Prognosis, symptoms and treatment options vary by type. The pleural and peritoneal types of mesothelioma are the most common, while pericardial accounts for just 1% of cases. Another rare type known as testicular mesothelioma represents less than 1%
Read MoreMesothelioma Resources
After a doctor diagnoses you with asbestos-related cancer, there are many different resources available to you or a loved one. After diagnosis, it is important to understand your options. Mesothelioma Surgery The treatment options for mesothelioma normally involves surgery. A doctor uses surgery to diagnose and treat mesothelioma. Diagnostic Surgery When a doctor does not know if you
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Truvada and Bone Injuries Pharmaceutical companies are expected to provide patients with safe and effective medication to treat or prevent disease. However, there is a conflict of interest when profit takes precedence over a patient’s welfare. There are checks and balances at each drug development stage to ensure safety for the potential patient. Research and
Read MoreQui Tam Whistleblower
Fraud can run rampant in many different government-funded programs. The fraud seen can range from Medicare Fraud, Defense Contracting Fraud and many different types of Tax Fraud. Qui Tam or Whistleblower Litigation is when an individual stands up and sues on behalf of the United States to recover fraudulently obtained funds. About the Whistleblower Statute
Read MoreEsophageal atresia
Esophageal atresia is a congenital defect of the digestive system characterized by the improper development of the esophagus, which is the tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach. There are several types of esophageal atresia including one in which the upper esophagus does not connect to the lower esophagus and stomach. The
Read MoreDiaphragmatic Hernia
Diaphragmatic hernia is a serious congenital (present at birth) defect characterized by an abnormal opening in the diaphragm, which is the muscle that helps a baby breathe. Through this opening part of the organs from the belly (stomach, liver, spleen and intestines) can go up into the chest cavity near the lungs. This results in
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Clubfoot is characterized by a range of congenital (present at birth) foot abnormalities in which a baby’s foot is twisted out of shape or position. Clubfoot is a fairly common birth defect, and usually occurs in otherwise healthy babies. Cause Anti-depressants: The use of certain anti-depressants during pregnancy has been shown to increase by nearly
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