According to Pew Research, a whopping “35% of teens have some experience with dating or romantic relationships”. That is a vast number of young people engaging in romantic and sexual relations in the U.S. every day. However, did you know that some of these relationships can come with legal consequences? Although it may not seem […]
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COVID Holiday Tips to Keep You & Your Family Safe This Season
With the most recent, nationwide spike in COVID cases, it’s more important than ever to take precautions for you and your family this holiday season. Just like you, we want nothing more than to spend this time of year with those we love. However, to move past this COVID era, we must all make some […]
Skating Rink Injuries
It’s time to dust off the skates! The Rothman Ice Rink is open, along with dozens of other rinks in the area. A seasonal favorite, ice-skating is the perfect holiday activity for families, groups of friends, and maybe even a first date. Whether for fun or for sport, if you plan on heading out to […]
The Police Misconduct Provision
Federal Criminal Versus Civil Cases There are federal laws in place that address police misconduct on both the criminal and civil levels that protect all persons in the United States. In a criminal case, the case filed with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) is brought against the accused person, whereas in a civil case, […]
Kids II Recalls All Rocking Sleepers
Recall Brief As of April 26th, Kids II has recalled all models of their Rocking Sleepers, similar to Fisher-Price’s Rock ‘n Play Sleeper. Approximately 649,000 units are part of the recall. Consumer reports found that at least four children have died due to these products. Fatalities occurred in the Rocking Sleepers after the infants rolled […]
Does FDA Approval Mean That a Drug is Safe?
FDA approval of a drug means that the data on the drug’s effects have been reviewed by the FDA’s Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER), and the drug is determined to provide benefits that outweigh its known and potential risks for the intended population. Unfortunately, FDA approval does not guarantee 100% safety. CNN reported […]
Adenovirus Outbreak Claims 10 Lives
As of November 1st, New Jersey health officials have confirmed 10 youth deaths as part of a viral outbreak, known as the adenovirus, at the Wanaque Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation in Haskell, New Jersey. The outbreak has been traced back to early October, although publicly the outbreak was revealed later. Spread through touching a […]
The Opioid Epidemic: Who Should Be Held Responsible?
The term “opioid epidemic” was coined in relation to the increasing amount of accidental deaths and overdoses due to opioids, a classification of drug that is derived from opium. In the medical world, they are most commonly used for pain relief and were developed as a replacement for morphine. Pharmaceutical companies marketed these drugs as […]
How Surgical Errors Can Lead to Long Recovery Times
The number of medical malpractice cases occurring every year is estimated to be around 85,000 with the level of medical malpractice injuries approximating to be 1 million. Medical malpractice has significant effects on a patient due to its impedance on the patient’s healing process. The surgical errors made by surgeons can range anywhere from operating […]
What Should You Do After Being Injured by a Defective Consumer Product
The marketplace allows us to have great access to new appliances and products every year to make our lives easier. But, consumers are not aware of the defective products until someone gets seriously injured or killed. The drive for profits in today’s marketplace influences companies to produce at, what they call, optimal and efficient output […]