While any injury has the potential of creating lifelong complications, there are some that have more serious implications than others. For example, an injury to the head can alter a person's life forever. The long-term care costs alone can quickly drain an Alabama...
Month: December 2015
Social media used in nursing home abuse
Most people in Alabama would likely say that their parent or other family member played a significant role in their life. As such, they want to return that love and care when a loved one becomes unable to care for him or herself. Unfortunately, many people must...
Products liability: Children can be injured by dangerous toys
December is an exciting time for children in Alabama. Parents often plan and save for months in order to buy their children the perfect gift for the holiday season. Despite the thoughtfulness of a gift and the amount of effort put into obtaining it, there are many...
Alabama alcohol-related crashes: Arrest follows serious crash
The potential consequences of drinking and driving are well-known. However, people still make the decision to get behind the wheel of a car after consuming alcohol, causing alcohol-related crashes. Unfortunately, a reckless decision such as this can leave other...
The standard of medical care for concussions may be uneven
A recent article suggests that there is growing public concern over brain injuries caused by concussions. That attitude is perhaps a reflection of the media attention over the class action lawsuit brought by retired NFL players. The class action complaint alleged...
Is a category of anti-depressants causing birth injuries?
Although some dietary precautions may be common knowledge among expecting parents, a recent allegation of product liability may come as a surprise. Specifically, a category of anti-depressants called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or SSRIs, might increase...
2015 Notable Settlements
Here are a few of the personal injury and wrongful death cases that were successfully resolved by the lawyers of Marsh, Rickard & Bryan, in 2015:Rip Andrews settled a case on behalf of a couple who lost their only son, age seven, in a house fire started by a...
Some holiday gifts might be better left on the shelves
It’s the time of year when consumers are likely shopping for the perfect holiday gifts for friends and loved ones. Although each holiday season may promise new gift innovations, some may come with the risk of a product liability claim.According to a recent story,...
Medical Malpractice: By The Numbers
Each year, hundreds of thousands of Americans are killed or injured by avoidable medical errors. And yet, very few injured patients file medical malpractice lawsuits.Researchers from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine found that a lawsuit was filed on behalf...
Could a drug maker be liable for off-label uses of its product?
Expecting mothers often go to great lengths to protect the health of their developing child. Such proactive measures may include dietary restrictions; prenatal care visits and other health best practices. Imagine, then, the heartbreak that the parents in a recent...
