Errors involving medication in the medical field can occur at any stage, from administration to prescription. A healthcare provider could make a medication error that injures a patient, which could be considered medical malpractice. Here is what to know about...
3 common reasons for rear-end crashes
Rear-end crashes are some of the most common collisions. Particularly when traffic levels are heavy, one vehicle might collide with a slower or stopped vehicle in front of it. Rear-end collisions can result in soft tissue damage, broken bones, spinal cord injuries and...
Changes in arguments can signify an upcoming divorce
Understanding that a divorce may be coming in advance can be beneficial. It gives you time to plan. You can do things like gathering financial documents or considering what you want to do about child custody if you are a parent. As such, it can be useful to look for...
Does a no-overtime policy justify refusing to pay a worker?
Overtime wages can be relatively expensive for businesses. They have to pay a worker at least 150% of their typical hourly wage. That can make their services much more costly than normal. While companies can potentially require overtime as a condition of employment,...
Winter driving hazards can lead to wrecks
As the winter holidays approach, drivers face seasonal hazards that make wrecks much more likely than at other times of the year. Of course, you want to keep yourself and your family safe on your holiday and everyday travels, so pay attention to the following tips for...
Tips to make transition days easier for children
Many aspects of a child’s life change when their parents aren’t romantically involved any longer. One of these is that they may have to move back and forth between two homes. Those days when they move from one parent to the other can be stressful for the kids. It’s...
Signs of a TBI after a car accident
Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) are often life-altering, and the signs can range from subtle to severe. Identifying symptoms early can be crucial in getting appropriate medical care. If you’ve been in a car accident, watch for the following signs that you may have...
What are your rights if you’re harassed by a co-worker online?
Back in your parents’ or grandparents’ day, when someone went home from work for the night, they typically didn’t see or hear from their co-workers or bosses again until the next day. Now, of course, it can sometimes seem like we’re all connected to one another 24/7 –...
Do you have to give notice if you quit your job?
One of your coworkers quits their job, and they put in two weeks’ notice before leaving. The employer still is not happy about it, but they spend those two weeks finding a replacement. The whole experience makes you realize that you also want to quit your job. But do...
2 common causes of driver fatigue
For experienced road users, driving may not feel like an activity that requires high levels of concentration- but it is. An unfocused driver is a dangerous driver, and lack of focus is often the result of fatigue. Tired drivers cause a significant number of...