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Different types of car crashes can produce different types of injuries. Head-on collisions can be especially dangerous when people fail to wear safety restraints, as vehicle occupants can end up thrown out of vehicles. T-bone collisions often cause crush injuries due...
People who have surgery are usually placed under general anesthesia, which means that they have to place their trust in the anesthesiologist. It’s used to keep the patient unconscious, control pain, support breathing and relax muscles. Because the medications affect...
A head on collision changes life in seconds. The need for medical care is often immediate but the aftermath of the accident can result in months and even years of bills. The need to miss work for recovery can cause further financial strain and result in reduced...
Reaching an accurate diagnosis is a critical first step in the treatment process. Whether a patient has an internal injury or cancer, a physician must verify the specific underlying cause of their symptoms to develop the most effective treatment plan possible....
Pregnancy should be a carefully monitored medical journey where both mother and baby receive attentive, timely care. However, mistakes during prenatal care, labor or delivery can sometimes lead to serious and preventable harm. That said, an unfortunate outcome alone...
People who are involved in motor vehicle crashes, particularly ones that occur at high speeds, can suffer serious injuries. Some of these are catastrophic. Spinal cord injuries are among the most severe outcomes that can occur in these collisions. A spinal cord...
A serious crash can disrupt your health and finances. The strength of your claim often depends on the evidence you can present. Why evidence matters under Oregon law Oregon uses a fault-based system. You must show another driver acted negligently and caused your...
When a woman goes into a labor center or hospital in labor, her vitals are monitored, but she’s not the only patient. The labor team also has to ensure the baby is stable throughout labor and delivery. This is done through fetal monitoring, which can occur externally...
You finish dinner near the University of Oregon and tap your phone to hail a ride home. Minutes later, another driver strikes your Uber or Lyft, leaving you with injuries and a damaged phone. You might assume the process for getting your medical bills paid is the same...
You probably went to the emergency room (ER) expecting care, not more problems. If a rushed exam or missed diagnosis in an Oregon emergency room made your condition worse, you might wonder what kinds of compensation could be available. Understanding the types of...