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Medical Malpractice Settlement at Portsmouth, Virginia (VA) Naval Hospital Under FTCA

There has been a $450,000.00 settlement of a wrongful death claim arising from the Portsmouth Naval Hospital due to a doctor’s failure to reinsert a breathing tube, according to published reports.  A 43-year-old wife of a retired U.S. Navy petty officer had a boil on her thigh which became infected and was referred to Portsmouth…

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Explanation of a FELA/Railroad Injury Law And Its Impact on Work Related Motor Vehicle Injuries and Accidents

What laws apply if a railroad worker is injured in a motor vehicle accident while being transported in connection with work activities for a railroad? It’s a good question and the information below will shed some light on the legal procedures that should be followed in this particular situation  (Note: This article does not cover injuries in a motor vehicle accident while a worker is driving…

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