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04/17/2024

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03/04/2024

Car accident statistics broken down by state that includes causes and when then occur.

Browse statistics of dying in a car crash, with data broken down by state, causes (speeding and alcohol impairment) and time.

02/28/2024

Injuries can happen to anyone, anywhere, and at any time. At Sholtes Law, P.L.L.C., we work to obtain compensation for personal injury victims. Visit our website to learn more: http://www.saintlucielawyer.com

02/23/2024

A recent study found that nearly 1 in 4 hospital patients who died or were transferred to intensive care had experienced a diagnostic error. Nearly 18% of misdiagnosed patients were harmed or died.

Hundreds of thousands of U.S. patients are harmed or die each year because of diagnostic errors. Women and minorities are up to 30% more likely to be misdiagnosed than white men.

02/20/2024

Accident victims often suffer harm that is not immediately apparent. Brain trauma, nerve damage or internal organ injuries may not show symptoms until days or weeks later. If you’re in an accident, you should seek prompt medical attention even if you don’t feel severe pain. An early diagnosis will get you the treatment you need and help you in recovering financial compensation.

02/19/2024

Videos showing a driver wearing an Apple Vision Pro headset behind the wheel have alarmed some road safety experts and prompted a response from the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Apple's user guide for its mixed-reality headset explicitly tells owners to avoid using it "while operating a moving vehicle."

02/03/2024

If you slip and fall in a store, it's important to report the accident to a manager or employee, even if you don't think you were seriously hurt. The extent of your injuries is not always apparent immediately after an accident, and reporting your fall should produce documentation that could be helpful evidence in the event that you bring a personal injury claim.

01/29/2024

If you drive uninsured and are in a car accident, in addition to being subject to a lawsuit, you may incur fines, suspension of your driver's license or car registration, and increased premiums once you get car insurance.

Liability car insurance is required in most states to protect others around you, but some drivers don't have insurance. In an accident, you could face state fines, and other penalties, even if it wasn't your fault.

01/16/2024

If you're involved in a serious accident, it's important to seek and document medical care as soon as possible.
Medical evidence is crucial to the success of personal injury claims, and prompt treatment can improve medical and legal outcomes.

01/16/2024

Being involved in an accident, even a minor one, can be a nerve-wracking experience, so it's important to know what steps to take afterward.

Being involved in an auto accident, even a minor one, can be a nerve-wracking experience, so it’s important to know what steps to take if it happens.

01/11/2024

The rate of serious medical complications increased in hospitals after they were purchased by private equity investment firms, according to a major study of the effects of such acquisitions on patient care in recent years.

A new study shows an increase in the rate of inpatient complications, including infections and falls, though patients were no more likely to die.

12/30/2023

A recent study found that traumatic brain injuries (TBI) can have long-term effects, much like a chronic condition.

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12/27/2023

Patients undergoing surgery or other procedures are often asked to sign an “informed consent” form acknowledging their understanding of the operation and its risks. Some forms include a waiver of the patient’s right to bring a medical malpractice lawsuit. But even if you sign a waiver, you may be able to recover damages if the doctor or other professionals failed to adhere to the accepted medical standard of care.

12/26/2023

When you're in a car accident, remember that not all injuries present immediate symptoms. You may feel fine immediately after an accident, only to experience pain later on. By filing a police report, regardless of how small an accident seems, you can make it easier to seek compensation for your injuries.

Learn whether you need to file a police report after a car accident and how you can make sure all of the right details are included.

12/15/2023

If you experience a car accident, you’ll likely check for injuries and physical damage immediately. However, some of the longest-lasting effects of a car accident are not visible to the naked eye.

Had a car accident? Here are warning signs–and tips to treat–post-accident trauma.

12/14/2023

🚨 Verdict Alert 🚨

Last night, six jurors delivered justice, awarding our deserving client an impressive $515,000. In a challenging auto accident case, our persistence prevailed, overcoming the insurance carrier's meager pre-trial offer of $25,000.

Sholtes Law help car, truck, motorcycle & bicycle accident victims due to drunk driving or distracted driving.

12/11/2023

When you’re hurt in any kind of accident that was the fault of someone else, you may be entitled to recover damages. This means compensation for your medical treatment, the wages you lost from being out of work and the pain and suffering that you endured. A personal injury lawyer from Sholtes Law, P.L.L.C. can advise you on how much money your case is worth.

11/28/2023

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said that an estimated 19,515 people died in motor vehicle traffic crashes in the first half of 2023.

Traffic fatalities dropped 3.3% in the first half of the year compared with the prior-year period, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

11/20/2023

A Washington man who went to the emergency room over stomach pains is suing a hospital and two doctors after he claims surgeons removed the wrong organ from his body during surgery.

George Piano filed the lawsuit against the University of Washington Medicine Center and two doctors in Seattle after they removed the wrong organ.

11/16/2023

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) issued a new report on Tuesday showing that injuries associated with E-bikes, e-scooters and hoverboards increased nearly 21% in 2022 alone, compared to 2021.

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11/14/2023

Impaired driving is often associated with cellphone use, inclement weather, drugs and alcohol. Yet lack of sleep can also greatly increase the risk of auto accidents, with potentially disastrous consequences.

Drowsy driving is extremely common today, with more than 1,100 fatalities per year being caused by people who were either tired or asleep behind the wheel.

11/07/2023

If you get hurt in an accident or other incident that was partially your fault, you still may be entitled to compensation. Most U.S. states allow you to recover money damages to the extent that another person’s negligence caused the injurious event. But consult a local attorney. In some states, you can’t recover anything if you were more than 50 percent to blame.

10/25/2023

Some emergency room patients spend hours in hallways or lobbies while waiting for a hospital bed to become available, a practice known as 'boarding'. Research suggests that boarding leads to worse patient outcomes and more medical errors.

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10/23/2023

Injuries can happen to anyone, anywhere, and at any time. At Sholtes Law, P.L.L.C., we work to obtain compensation for personal injury victims. Visit our website to learn more. http://www.saintlucielawyer.com

10/12/2023

Happy Fall from Frank the Farmer! 🎃🍂🚜

09/28/2023

On days when an oppressive sun strikes streets, temperatures spike and so do fatal car crashes. Over the last decade, researchers have investigated how temperature affects car crashes and found the same trend: hot weather increases the risk of fatal car crashes.

Hot cars are a health hazard for everyone on the road—and climate change could make things worse

09/20/2023

Traumatic brain injuries are associated with cognitive decline later in life, and a sharper drop in cognition as we age, a study of twins who served in World War II shows.

A study of twins who served in World War II showed that traumatic brain injuries are associated with faster rates of cognitive decline as we age.

09/15/2023

Nothing is more frightening for a driver or cyclist than the idea of an accident or, worse still, a fatal crash. Unfortunately, the roads have only gotten deadlier, and there are many theories as to why.

Learn more about the current car accident death statistics in the U.S. here.

09/01/2023

When you're injured in an accident, take every step to protect your right to fair compensation for your losses. As soon as possible, write down everything you recall about the accident, your injuries, and the impact it's had on your everyday life. These notes could be of value should you decide to pursue a personal injury claim.