Physicians, nurses and other medical professionals have an ethical obligation to their patients. They should treat them all with dignity and seek to provide care that at least does no harm, even if they cannot resolve the patient's medical challenges. Unfortunately,...
Telling your children about your impending divorce is very important. It is a conversation they are likely to remember. It can help define their lives moving forward, and it has a big impact on how they deal with the changes that will occur in their lives. So how...
Women face discrimination in any workplace, although the risk is noticeably higher in specific professions. Especially if they pursue careers in male-dominated industries, such as construction or automotive engineering, they could be at risk of workplace sexual...
A motor vehicle accident can happen in seconds and leave lasting physical, emotional and financial effects. In the immediate aftermath, it is common to feel shaken or unsure about what to do next. Taking the right steps early can protect your health and your ability...
Intersections are dangerous because of the vehicles moving in opposing directions. Every decision could increase the risk of a crash. Drivers should monitor their circumstances carefully every time they approach an intersection. Regardless of whether there are stop...
When you go in for surgery, you trust the medical team to care for you responsibly. But can a doctor or nurse make surgical decisions on your behalf without your permission? Fortunately, no — except in very limited circumstances. You have the legal right to decide...
Many mistakes made by medical professionals are referred to as “never events.” The name signifies that these are such significant mistakes or errors that they should never happen. It is not just a poor outcome for the patient, but something entirely unexpected that...
Divorce can be difficult, both emotionally and financially. But it does not always have to be a fight. Many couples are choosing collaborative divorce, which focuses on cooperation, not courtroom battles. It helps couples work together to find solutions that fit their...
Companies’ desire to limit operational expenses is in direct conflict with workers' desires to optimize their income. Businesses often pay workers the lowest hourly rate they can justify. They also frequently train workers to fill their time with secondary tasks if...
Divorce can be difficult at any age. However, when it occurs later in life, it presents a unique set of challenges. While the overall number of divorces has been decreasing in recent years, the rate of gray divorces has steadily risen. For those older couples, the...
