The Dangers of Black Friday Shopping
Holiday shopping can be expensive – who wouldn’t want a great deal on the perfect gifts? For more than 80 years, the term “Black Friday” has referred to the day after Thanksgiving in our country. Considered the official start to the holiday shopping season, Black Friday helps many retail stores emerge from the red and…
Did Your Anesthesiologist Commit Medical Malpractice?
According to a Medscape Malpractice Report, many anesthesiologists are sued for medical malpractice each year. Oftentimes, an anesthesiologist can administer the wrong dose, improperly intubate or fail to give the patient proper instructions prior to surgery. If the patient is not monitored and complications go unnoticed, the result could be significant nerve damage. How do…
Medical Malpractice and Cosmetic Surgery
Roughly two million cosmetic surgeries are performed in the US each year. In addition, nine million minimally invasive cosmetic procedures, such as Botox and fillers, are undergone. While “cosmetic surgery” is often used interchangeably with “plastic surgery,” the latter further encompasses procedures to heal and repair burn damage. On the other hand, cosmetic surgery is…
5 Potential Dangers of Driverless Cars
More and more, we hear that driverless cars will become a reality in the near future. Advertisements tout how these vehicles will cut down on accidents and ultimately keep the roads safer, but as one fatal test drive from this past summer involving a self-driving Tesla shows, several dangers remain inherent in their functionality. Yet, industry…
Exploring the Pros & Cons of Self-Driving Cars
Self-driving cars are the future of technology. Last week, an Uber company in Pittsburgh began testing their “autonomous taxi fleet” of self-driving vehicles. All maneuvers were handled by a computer, but Uber drivers were at the wheel in case of an emergency. Meanwhile, GM, Mercedes-Benz, Toyota, Volvo, Audi, Ford and other companies have announced plans for their…
