The latest statistics on medical malpractice claims paid — meaning the lawsuit or complaint had some merit — show that the Tar Heel State had the second highest number of any state in our region. Here is the breakdown from the Kaiser Foundation: Maryland (MD) — 170 North Carolina (NC) — 146 South Carolina (SC)…
After a fight broke out in a ward at Holly Hill Hospital in Raleigh, North Carolina (NC), in mid-April, federal investigators cited the psychiatric hospital for maintaining “conditions … so deficient that the safety of patients is considered to be under ongoing threat.” Staff responding to the melee, which lasted nearly an hour and took…
A boy caused a deadly boat accident that killed his mother in a Virginia river last week. Virginia police are still deciding whether to press charges against the adult who allowed the child to drive the boat.
Looking for information about diesel exhaust fumes and their connection to lung cancer? If so, take a look at this article. There is a growing body of scientific evidence linking diesel fumes and various ailments. Read on to learn more.
Check the oil, check the engine, make sure the transmission is okay; these are some of the most common issues vehicle owners focus on when maintaining their cars, trucks, and SUVs. But what about the tires? Many of us routinely overlook their condition and upkeep because worn tires aren’t immediately noticeable. If there is a…